Strategic Partnerships & Fundraising Lead

OnePath Network; Sydney; On-site; AUD 80,000 - 110,000; Full time

Job summary

OnePath Network is seeking a passionate Partnerships & Fundraising Manager to sustain and expand our mission through donor engagement, campaigns, and strategic partnerships. You will lead relationship building with individuals, community leaders, and corporate partners while driving fundraising strategies and campaigns.

Based in Sydney, you will work with a small, dedicated team to maximise impact, ensure compliance, and report on KPIs.

Qualifications

• Minimum 3 years' experience in fundraising, business development, partnerships, or donor relations.
• Demonstrated success in meeting financial targets and developing long-term stakeholder relationships.
• Excellent communication, presentation, and negotiation skills — with the ability to inspire trust and support.
• Strong relationship management skills with a balance of empathy and professionalism.
• Proven ability to plan, prioritise, and execute multiple projects simultaneously.
• Creative, proactive, and strategic thinker with a results-driven mindset.
• Deep understanding of, and commitment to, OnePath Network's mission and Islamic values.
• Current NSW driver's licence.

Responsibilities

• Lead the development, implementation, and delivery of OnePath Network's fundraising and partnership strategies.
• Cultivate, solicit, and steward relationships with individual donors, sponsors, community leaders, and corporate partners.
• Identify and pursue new partnership and sponsorship opportunities that align with OnePath's mission and values.
• Manage and grow the recurring donor base through engagement campaigns, personalised outreach, and storytelling.
• Plan and execute fundraising campaigns and donor events — from concept to post-event reporting.
• Prepare compelling proposals, partnership decks, and impact reports for donors and sponsors.
• Collaborate with the media and creative teams to integrate fundraising and partnership messages across campaigns and digital content.
• Ensure compliance with all fundraising regulations, ethical standards, and donor stewardship principles.
• Monitor performance against KPIs and provide regular progress reports to the leadership team.
• Represent OnePath Network professionally and passionately in community and industry settings.

Skills

Fundraising

Donor relations

Partnership development

Negotiation

Communication

Project management

Strategic thinking

Job description

OnePath Network is seeking a passionate Partnerships & Fundraising Manager to sustain and expand our mission through donor engagement, campaigns, and strategic partnerships. You will lead relationship building with individuals, community leaders, and corporate partners while driving fundraising strategies and campaigns.

Based in Sydney, you will work with a small, dedicated team to maximise impact, ensure compliance, and report on KPIs.