Relationship Manager (Corporate Partnerships) Opportunity to make a real difference to the lives of New ZealandersContribute to the growth of a well-respected organisationBased in Royal Oak, AucklandThe Salvation Army Te Ope Whakaora is a world-wide evangelical Christian church and human service provider that assists over 120,000 New Zealanders every year providing a wide range of community services, such as food banks, family stores, early childhood centres and addiction treatment centres. Corporate partnerships are fundamental to the continuing efforts of The Salvation Army in our communities. They are honoured to have a significant number of partnerships with businesses throughout New Zealand, which range in size from large national corporates through to locally based businesses. Each of these partnerships is valued and nurtured.Reporting to the Corporate Partnerships Manager, the Relationship Manager will develop and manage partnerships with corporate entities, with three broad areas of responsibility:The effective ongoing development and management of a portfolio of national corporate partnershipsEngaging new partners from the research and proposal stage through to managing the ongoing elements of the partnership day-to-dayCoordination and oversight of the delivery of national corporate fundraising events, appeals and activitiesYou will be ambitious and driven to succeed in meeting targets and goals. Your ability to influence, inspire and bring others along the partnership journey and to work effectively across the organisation will be the true measure of how successful you will be in this role. You will join a highly collaborative, relational and communicative team, who genuinely enjoy each other's company and celebrate success together. They are ready to welcome this new person with open arms!We're looking for a creative and innovative relationship manager to continue taking The Salvation Army's valued partnerships to new heights. This is a fantastic opportunity to take ownership and make your mark for a very worthy cause.This is a permanent full-time position, based in Royal Oak, Auckland. The Salvation Army offers two additional leave days per year and long service leave, discounted medical insurance with Southern Cross, a discount card with various retailers such as Beaurepaires, Noel Leeming, Placemakers and Torpedo7, subsidised flu vaccinations and flexible working arrangements.Person Profile:Demonstrated experience in sponsorship, communications, sales and marketing or partnership relationship managementAbility to identify and develop potential new opportunitiesA track record of success in, and commitment to, building and maintaining exceptional relationships with a wide range of stakeholdersA team playerA self-starter, driven and highly self-motivatedAbility to plan, manage and prioritise workload and time effectivelyA consultative and open style with a 'no surprises' approachVery highly developed written and oral communication skills, including strong attention to detailA keen interest in supporting the mission and values of The Salvation ArmyExperience working in a charity is desired but not essentialA full New Zealand drivers' licence (a vehicle is provided)Ability to travel nationally as requiredApplications to: Kirsty McLaren via mclaren.co.nz Position description: Available to view at mclaren.co.nzNot all of our vacancies are listed here, so please contact the team to see what else we're working on!Subscribe to our monthly newsletter to have new jobs delivered straight to your inbox:#J-18808-Ljbffr
