Mater Foundation are looking for a Partnership Account Manager to join the team! This permanent, full-time role will be based at our Newstead campus.

As the healthcare needs of Queenslanders grow, so does the role of Mater Foundation. 

Mater Foundation is an iconic Queensland fundraising and philanthropic institution, committed to providing exceptional care through health, education and research. It meets a profoundly satisfying mission to improve the health and wellbeing of our community and to continue the Mater tradition of care and compassion.

Mater Foundation helps to underpin an extensive network of hospitals across Queensland, a world-class research institute and a nationally accredited education provider.

Salary: Commensurate with experience plus superannuation and access to not-for-profit salary packaging up to $15,900  + access to many staff benefits! 

What you’ll be doing

This position plays a key role in the success of the Corporate & Community Engagement (CCE) team, which delivers campaigns, events and partnerships that engage and inspire a community of support for Mater.

You will build and nurture relationships with our key sponsors and partners to maximise outcomes. In this role, you’ll manage sponsor and partner deliverables across key campaigns and events to achieve stated objectives and mutually beneficial outcomes. The role has key responsibilities across: 

• Managing day to day relationships with selected Mater Foundation partners;
• Sponsorship account management for campaigns and events such as Nine Telethon, International Women’s Day Fun Run, Brisbane to Gold Coast Cycle for Cancer, Mater Smiling for Smiddy Challenge and Noosa Triathlon; and
• Corporate engagement and participation in above listed campaigns and other community initiatives such as Breast Cancer Awareness Month and Mater Giving Day.

About you

You will have tertiary qualification in business, marketing or related discipline and practical experience in the development, management and sourcing of corporate & community partnerships and/or sponsorships. You will also meet the below criteria:

• 3-5 years’ professional experience in the account management and/or sponsorship field, including sales, business development, strategic or commercial partnerships would be highly regarded.
• Exceptional relationship management and communication skills  
• Demonstrated ability to implement project plans and timelines, regularly communicate with stakeholders, and monitor project progress and budget. 
• Ability to analyse, research and evaluate information, identify trends and issues, and develop solutions. 
• Demonstrated ability to liaise and negotiate with all levels of staff and people in a wide range of business and community settings. 
• Demonstrated ability to communicate across a range of mediums which includes public speaking, verbal and written presentations, proposals and correspondence. 
• A thorough understanding of modern business development and sponsorship practice, as well as an understanding of and commitment to effective relationship management.  
• Demonstrates enthusiasm for work projects by contributing ideas, initiating improvements, and offering creative solutions to challenges.
• Consistently meets deadlines and completes scheduled tasks, maintaining accuracy and efficiency in a high-volume work environment

Please note: Completion of the Fundraising Institute of Australia Code of Conduct is essential upon commencement.

Why join us?

Mater is Queensland’s largest not-for-profit healthcare provider, delivering exceptional care to nearly 700,000 patients each year across 11 (soon to be 12) hospitals. We’re leaders in healthcare, education,  fundraising & philanthropy and research — and it’s our people who make the difference.

We’re looking for passionate individuals to join our team and help shape the future of care. At Mater, you’ll be part of a purpose-driven organisation that values innovation, compassion, and excellence.

• Increase your take-home pay with generous salary packaging options, including meal and entertainment benefits
• Grow your career with access to industry-leading training and professional development through Mater Education
• Wellbeing support through our Employee Assistance Program and on-site pastoral care teams
• Access a range of health and wellbeing services with a corporate discount on private health insurance
• Exclusive discounts across dining, retail, travel, accommodation (just to name a few!)
• Stay active with unlimited access to discounted gyms via the Fitness Passport program
• Convenient, discounted on-site parking
• Enjoy great food with reduced prices at our campus cafés and coffee spots
• Join Queensland’s Largest and Most Innovative Not-for-Profit Healthcare Team.
• Access to health, end of trip and wellness facilities within our purpose-built corporate office in Newstead

Be part of something bigger. Make your move with Mater. #MAKEYOURMATERMOVE

For more information specific to the role, please view the PD here –  Partnerships Account Manager.pdf

Applications close on Sunday 25 May 2025. Please note, we may contact applications prior to the closing date, please do not hesitate to APPLY NOW!

Mater is committed to the wellbeing of their staff, and it is underpinned by our flexible and remote working policies.

Please Note: We will not require any support from Recruitment Agencies at this time and kindly request no contact is made. Only direct applications will be considered.

All Mater Foundation roles require some out of hours work from time to time such as attendance at fundraising events and community activities. The responsibilities associated with these events and activities are likely to be varied and of a broad nature.