The City of Port Phillip is committed to a culture of ethical leadership, openness, respect and integrity and provides a great work-life balance.
Sponsorship Officer
Sponsorship Officer
Band 6 $86,199 - $93,960 plus 9.5% Super
Full time temporary role for 3 months, backfill for employee on leave
Based in St Kilda
About the Organisation
The City of Port Phillip is an inner-city council with around 1000 employees who deliver more than 100 programs and services to our residents, businesses and visitors. These range from childcare and immunisations, to libraries, management of parks and open space, rubbish collection, road maintenance and more.
About the Role
Joining the Festivals team at an exciting time when cultural activities will play a key role in community recovery efforts, this role is responsible for engaging and then managing sponsors and business partners for major festivals, including the St Kilda Film Festival and St Kilda Festival.
This opportunity will entail delivery of contracts for existing sponsors of the 2021 St Kilda Film Festival, and pitching and negotiation with sponsors for the 2022 St Kilda Festival.
Duties:
Deliver contracted sponsor benefits for the 2021 St Kilda Film Festival
Engage with and pitch to potential sponsors for the 2022 St Kilda Festival
Coordinate VIP and guest access, including invitation and ticketing management
Preparation of proposals, agreements and acquittals for sponsors
Provision of marketing support for major events
Skills and Experience
Understanding of corporate partnerships and sponsorships
High level skills in pitching, negotiating and closing deals across a variety of industries
Relevant experience in and knowledge of the festivals or arts industries
Understanding of brand strategy, marketing and future trends as they apply to sponsorships and partnerships
Security requirements and professional obligations
Pre-employment screening will apply to all appointments. Prior to a formal letter of offer, preferred applicants will be asked to provide:
evidence of mandatory qualifications/registrations/licences,
sufficient proof of their right to work in Australia, and
sufficient proof of their identity.
Employment of successful candidates will be subject to a National Police Check.
Employment of successful candidates will be subject to evidence of a Working with Children Check (employee type with City of Port Phillip registered as the organisation).
Culture
People enjoy working at the City of Port Phillip because we are a welcoming, healthy and inclusive workplace. We offer a vibrant and diverse work environment where our employees can develop both professionally and personally whilst planning and delivering a range of important services and programs to the community.
Benefits
We offer a workplace which accommodates your working style and needs.
Be supported and empowered by a leadership team that is community focused, with a strong desire for change and a culture that encourages teamwork and innovation.
Training and development opportunities, flexible working conditions, an active social club, a health and wellbeing program, and a well- regarded Employee Assistance Program (EAP).
How to Apply
Please visit https://recruitment.portphillip.vic.gov.au to obtain a copy of the position description and to apply.
Only applications submitted online via Job Vacancies at City of Port Phillip website will be considered for external applicants.
Please Note:
All applicants must provide a cover letter (maximum two pages) in response to the Key Selection Criteria located on the last page of the position description.
Due to the extensive number of applications received by Council, only shortlisted candidates will be provided feedback.
Acceptance of late applications is at the discretion of the hiring manager.
The City of Port Phillip is an equal opportunity employer, committed to an inclusive and accessible environment where diversity is valued.
If you have accessibility requirements or require an adjustment to participate in our recruitment and selection process, please contact Barb Lawrence (HR Business Partner - Recruitment) on 0466 859 533 or email: recruitment@portphillip.vic.gov.au
City of Port Phillip has zero tolerance for child abuse and is a committed Child Safe organisation, so our selection process, which includes rigorous background checks, reflects our commitment to the protection of children from abuse.
