Partnerships Manager - South East Queensland (SEQ)

About the Role

Join Connect 'n' Grow as a Partnerships Manager dedicated to expanding our impact in South East Queensland by cultivating and strengthening collaborations with secondary schools and health/community service organisations. Based in Windsor, this full-time position involves frequent travel within Brisbane's northern suburbs and surrounding regions to foster relationships and promote educational programs.

Key Responsibilities

• Establish and nurture partnerships with secondary schools across South East Queensland.
• Engage with health and community services sectors to promote program expansion and School-Based Traineeship opportunities.
• Present educational initiatives to school leadership, teaching staff, and industry stakeholders.
• Represent the organisation at school functions, career fairs, and informational sessions.
• Facilitate the onboarding and continuous involvement of partner institutions.
• Collaborate internally to boost student engagement and enhance partner satisfaction.
• Contribute to strategic growth efforts by meeting partnership goals.

Qualifications and Experience

• Proven background in partnerships, business development, account management, or stakeholder engagement.
• Exceptional communication and relationship-building proficiency.
• Confidence in public speaking and interacting with senior stakeholders.
• Strong organisational and time management capabilities.
• Self-driven, professional attitude with the capacity to work independently.
• Valid driver's licence and willingness to travel extensively throughout South East Queensland.
• Preferred experience includes familiarity with education, VET sector, VET in Schools, School-Based Traineeships, health or community services organisations, and established education/industry networks.

About You

You are a motivated and proactive connector who thrives on creating valuable partnerships and making a meaningful difference in education. Your confident communication and dedication to empowering young people fuel your success in this role.

Perks and Benefits

• Additional three paid days off during the Christmas period.
• Birthday leave each year.
• Compensation that surpasses standard award rates.
• A supportive and collaborative team environment.
• Autonomy to independently manage your responsibilities and influence outcomes.
• A role with purpose, contributing to the future workforce in health and community services.
• Provision of a vehicle allowance to support regular travel across Brisbane's northern areas.

Additional Information

Connect 'n' Grow is committed to advancing pathways into health careers through quality education. We welcome applicants from diverse backgrounds, uphold equal opportunity principles, and strive for an inclusive workplace culture that values diverse identities and perspectives. The recruitment process is designed to be equitable and consistent for all candidates.