Work Type: Ongoing - Full-time
Salary: $117,916 - $128,823
Grade: PVO7
Occupation: Sales and business development
Location: Melbourne - CBD and Inner Metro suburbs
Reference: VG/2040/1933/1936936SPM
About the Role
Are you a commercially minded partnerships professional who can turn ideas into compelling opportunities?
As the Statewide Partnerships Manager, you will lead the development and delivery of strategic partnerships that support the protection, management and enjoyment of Victoria's parks and reserves. Working with corporate partners, philanthropic organisations, government agencies, Traditional Owners and community stakeholders, you will identify opportunities, build investment pipelines and create partnership propositions that deliver measurable environmental, cultural and community outcomes.
This role is ideal for an experienced relationship builder who can identify market opportunities, develop compelling partnership strategies and secure support for initiatives that align organisational priorities with partner goals. You will play a key role in positioning Parks Victoria as a trusted and innovative partner, leveraging partnerships to deliver lasting value for both the Victorian community and the organisations that support our work.
You will provide statewide leadership in partnership development, governance and capability building while supporting regionally led partnership initiatives across the organisation.
About Parks Victoria
Parks Victoria manages more than 4 million hectares of parks and reserves, including 75 per cent of Victoria's wetlands and 70 per cent of its coastline.
The team is collaborative, values-driven and focused on delivering meaningful outcomes through innovative partnerships. We are looking for someone who brings commercial acumen, strategic thinking and a passion for building long-term relationships!
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Application Close Date: 2nd August 2026
Sound Like You?
For a confidential discussion about the role, email Victoria Moffat at [email protected].
If you don't hold every skill or experience detailed above, please don't rule yourself out. We focus on hiring people who value collaboration and integrity. We value a culture where everyone can be themselves at work.
Employment Requirements
Parks Victoria is committed to child safety and has zero tolerance for child abuse and all forms of harm to children, in accordance with the Victorian Child Safe Standards. All prospective employees are required to undergo a National Police Record Check and Working with Children Check prior to commencing employment.