• South Coast NSW
• $95,000 (pro rata)
• Part-time position (21 hours)
• 12 months (6-month probation period)
• Flexible working arrangements

Overview

Deadly Runners is a 100% Indigenous owned and operated social enterprise. We use running as a vehicle to create long-term change and invest in our mob while keeping culture at the forefront.

Our vision is an empowered First Nations community that overcomes challenges and thrives by leveraging personal and cultural strengths.

Deadly Runners is experiencing growth. We seek a Partnerships and Funding Manager who is self-motivated and adept at securing government and philanthropic funding, building strategic partnerships, and developing processes and systems to support our expansion.

Duties and Responsibilities:

Funding Acquisition:

• Research, identify and pursue government grants, philanthropic funding, and other financial opportunities that support Deadly Runners’ mission.
• Write and submit compelling grant proposals and funding applications, ensuring alignment with the organisation’s objectives.

Partnership Development:

• Identify, cultivate, and manage strategic partnerships with government bodies, non-profit organisations, and private sector entities.
• Negotiate and manage partnership agreements, ensuring mutual benefits and alignment with Deadly Runners’ goals.
• Explore collaborative opportunities that enhance Deadly Runners’ programs and services.

Innovation and Continuous Improvement:

• Stay informed of trends in social enterprise, government funding, and philanthropy, adapting strategies as needed.
• Drive innovation within Deadly Runners by identifying new funding models, partnership opportunities, and process improvements.
• Continuously evaluate and enhance funding strategies, processes, and systems to ensure alignment with organisational goals.

Skills, Qualifications and Attributes

• Cultural Competency: Thorough understanding of the issues faced by First Nations communities and commitment to working with them in a culturally appropriate manner.
• Self-motivation: Proactive, driven, and capable of independently identifying and pursuing funding and partnership opportunities.
• Fundraising Expertise: Proven experience in securing government grants, philanthropic funding, and or sales experience and building strategic partnerships.
• Communication: Excellent written and verbal communication skills, particularly in proposal writing, reporting, and stakeholder engagement.
• Relationship Management: Ability to build and maintain strong relationships with funders, partners, and community stakeholders.
• Values: Align with Deadly Runners values (Integrity, transparency respect, and trust).

We are seeking:

A proactive and organised individual with:

• Proven experience in fundraising, philanthropy, or business development.
• Proven ability to meet financial targets through strategic planning and relationship building.
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills; capable of working independently and in a team.

If you have further questions, please contact [email protected] using the subject line: Business Development and Partnerships Manager - Narooma, South Coast enquiry via EthicalJobs.