Sponsorship And Community Engagement Manager

Platinum Recruitment; Dunedin; On-site; NZD 34,000 - 55,000; Part time

Job summary

Platinum Recruitment is partnering with the Dunedin Symphony Orchestra (DSO) to recruit a Sponsorship and Community Engagement Manager based in Dunedin. This role focuses on building funding streams, donor relationships, and community partnerships to support the orchestra's sustainability and growth.

Reporting to the General Manager, you will develop fundraising strategies, prepare proposals, manage budgets, and collaborate with stakeholders across the Foundation, Sponsors, and Board.

Qualifications

• Experience in fundraising, sponsorship, business development or stakeholder engagement.
• A proven ability to build and maintain strong professional relationships.
• Strong written communication and report writing skills.
• Excellent organisational and time management capabilities.
• Experience working with budgets and performance targets.
• Confidence using Microsoft Office and CRM/database systems.

Responsibilities

• Develop and deliver fundraising, sponsorship, and philanthropic strategies that support the DSO's long term sustainability
• Build and nurture relationships with sponsors, donors, and community stakeholders
• Identify and secure new funding and partnership opportunities
• Prepare grant applications, sponsorship proposals and development reports
• Track fundraising performance and manage development-related budgets
• Work closely with the General Manager, Board, and Foundation to support the DSO's strategic goals

Skills

Fundraising

Sponsorship

Stakeholder engagement

Donor relations

Written communication

Budgets and reporting

CRM/database systems

Job description

Sponsorship and Community Engagement Manager

Publication Date 06 / 11 / 2026 Location Dunedin Type Part-time Sector Arts & Entertainment

Other About the Dunedin Symphony Orchestra

Platinum Recruitment is proud to partner with the Dunedin Symphony Orchestra (DSO) in the search for a Sponsorship and Community Engagement Manager.

This a unique opportunity for a relationship focused professional to play a key role in supporting the financial sustainability and future growth of one of Dunedin's premier arts organisations. Based in historic Hanover Hall, you will work closely with the General Manager, Board, Foundation, Sponsors, Donors, and Community Stakeholders to strengthen and diversify the DSO's funding streams.

The Dunedin Symphony Orchestra (DSO) is one of New Zealand's leading orchestras and has been enriching the cultural life of Otago for generations. Through a diverse programme of performances, educational initiatives, and community engagement activities, the DSO brings world class orchestral music to local audiences while fostering a lifelong appreciation for the arts.

Working in partnership with musicians, supporters, donors, sponsors, and the wider community, the DSO plays an important role in making the performing arts accessible and ensuring a vibrant cultural future for Dunedin and the surrounding region.

Responsibilities

• Develop and deliver fundraising, sponsorship, and philanthropic strategies that support the DSO's long term sustainability
• Build and nurture relationships with sponsors, donors, and community stakeholders
• Identify and secure new funding and partnership opportunities
• Prepare grant applications, sponsorship proposals and development reports
• Track fundraising performance and manage development-related budgets
• Work closely with the General Manager, Board, and Foundation to support the DSO's strategic goals

About You

• Experience in fundraising, sponsorship, business development or stakeholder engagement
• A proven ability to build and maintain strong professional relationships
• Strong written communication and report writing skills
• Excellent organisational and time management capabilities
• Experience working with budgets and performance targets
• Confidence using Microsoft Office and CRM/database systems

Experience within the arts, charitable, or community sectors would be advantageous, but candidates from broader relationship management, sponsorship, sales or business development backgrounds are also encouraged to apply.

Applicants must have a valid work visa, permanent residency, or NZ citizenship to be considered

Platinum Recruitment is proud to be a member of Te Uru Tāngata Centre for Workplace Inclusion and believes in equal opportunities for all. We actively promote diversity and inclusion in all our recruitment processes.