Senior Strategic Partnerships Officer

Here at CBCity

The City of Canterbury Bankstown is one of the largest Council’s in NSW with the most culturally, socially and economically diverse communities in Sydney. We deliver 29 key services such as childcare, waste collection, parks maintenance, libraries, community facilities and aquatic centres to over 370,000 residents 

The Role

A rewarding opportunity has presented itself for a dedicated and driven individual to join our City Business and Engagement unit as a Senior Strategic Partnerships Officer.
This role will drive and negotiate an ongoing program of sponsorship and funding for Council strategic events, activities and initiatives. It involves creating a sponsorship prospectus, researching partnership opportunities as well as strategising further funding opportunities with key stakeholders.

*This opportunity will be offered on a Permanent Full-Time basis 

Duties will include but not be limited to:

• Coordinate key stakeholders and provide connections and engagement with external stakeholders, 
• Foster collaborative relationships between business, community and industry
• Maintain, enhance, advocate and build exceptional working relationships, with strategic partners and sponsors
• Support the delivery of strategic projects aligned to the Economic Development Strategy, and Night Time Economy Plan;
• Drive and negotiate ongoing sponsorship packages and funding for strategic Council business events and administer benefits
• Evaluate performance outcomes of partnership initiatives to deliver meaningful, high quality programmed events that foster positive reputation and engagement outcomes for the city
• Manage a range of strategic business events and related project activities concurrently

*For a full list of duties, click here to review the position description.

You will have:

• Bachelor of Business with major in Marketing.
• 5+ years of experience in commercial marketing and partnerships including sales and events.
• Demonstrated experience in developing, coordinating and evaluating business/community events.
• Excellent interpersonal, oral and written communication skills with a range of stakeholders.
• Capacity to work flexible hours including weekends and public holidays.
• Excellent organisational skills including time management and project management.
• Demonstrated experience in developing sponsorship proposals and writing funding grant submissions.
• Experience in sponsorship and funding negotiations.
• Demonstrated personal integrity and commitment to organisational values.
• Experience in working in a team environment and ability to meet deadlines.
• Demonstrated experience and ability to negotiate and approach problem solving in a flexible and resourceful manner.
• Provision of high-level customer service in a multicultural environment. 

The salary range for this opportunity commences at $101,423 (Grade H, Step 1) + 11.5 % super. Salary may be negotiable dependent on skills and experience.
Click here to access salary information for all steps within the designated Grade

Whats on offer?

• An Attractive Remuneration Package.
• Embrace a better work-life balance with our Accrued Time Off program, designed to prioritise your well-being and help you manage the balance between your personal and professional life.
• Permanent Full-time position with Local Government conditions such as long service leave after 5 years, annual salary increases and generous parental leave options.
• Contribute to making a positive impact on our community. 
• An investment in your professional growth, fostering continuous learning and development opportunities.
• Access to our employee Health and Wellbeing Programs.

For more information, please contact Suzie Djordjevic at suzie.djordjevic@cbcity.nsw.gov.au

How to Apply 

You will need to submit your application via the ‘Apply Now’ button and create a login using your email address and upload a:

•    Resume; and
•    Cover Letter addressing the selection criteria within the position description and explaining your suitability for the role.

Applications close on Monday 18 November 2024.

CBCity is an equal opportunity employer committed to providing a working environment that embraces and values diversity and inclusion. We want our workplace to reflect the diverse community we serve. We encourage applications from all backgrounds, experiences and abilities; this includes people with disability, Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islanders, the LGBTQIA+ community and people from culturally diverse backgrounds. 

If you require support with your application and throughout the recruitment process, please contact the Talent Management Team at recruitment@cbcity.nsw.gov.au

Successful applicants may be required to undertake a Criminal History Check, Medical and/or Working with Children Check in accordance with the position.   

Applicants must hold an Australian citizenship, permanent residency, or possess a valid work permit/visa with full unrestricted working rights to be eligible.