At a Glance
- Tasks: Manage school partnerships and inspire students through engaging presentations and workshops.
- Company: Compassion Australia, a purpose-driven Christian not-for-profit organisation.
- Benefits: Tax-free benefits, hybrid work flexibility, and professional growth opportunities.
- Other info: Join a supportive team culture dedicated to releasing children from poverty.
- Why this job: Make a real impact by empowering young people to live out their faith through compassion.
- Qualifications: Strong communication skills and a genuine passion for helping others.
The predicted salary is between 58500 - 71500 $ per year.
Schools Partnership Manager
Compassion Australia | Not-for-Profit
Permanent, Full-Time
Sydney, NSW
About Compassion
Compassion Australia is a purpose-driven (NFP) Christian organisation committed to 'releasing children from poverty in Jesus' name'.
Working alongside sponsors, supporters and church partners, we help fund and strengthen local church-led child development programs in over 25 countries, creating a lasting impact for children, families and communities.
About the Role
As a Schools Partnership Manager, you'll grow and strengthen Compassion Australia's Changemakers partnerships, inspiring young people to live out their faith through compassion and action.
You'll manage a portfolio of school partnerships, building lasting relationships with school leaders, teachers and students through engaging presentations, workshops and tailored partnership plans.
Working collaboratively with the Schools Team, you'll identify opportunities to deepen engagement and expand the impact of the Compassion's 'Changemakers' program.
It's a role that inspires students to live lives of compassion, justice and faith, while deepening each school's connection to Compassion's mission.
This is a full-time role requiring regular travel throughout NSW, QLD and VIC, with occasional travel to other regional locations and states.
- Key Accountabilities
- Develop and manage a portfolio of Changemakers school partnerships, building long-term relationships and tailored partnership plans aligned with each school's vision, values and priorities.
- Maintain regular communication with school communities, providing ongoing support and identifying opportunities to deepen engagement and maximise impact.
- Deliver engaging Changemakers Launch Days, student workshops, professional learning sessions and leadership presentations.
- Travel regularly throughout NSW, QLD and VIC, with occasional travel to regional NSW and other states, to engage school communities and deliver program experiences.
- Represent Compassion with warmth and professionalism, inspiring students, educators and school communities to live out their faith through compassion and action.
- Collaborate with school leadership teams to align Compassion's programs with student formation goals, celebrate partnership milestones and share stories of impact.
- Work closely with the National Schools Community Manager and wider Schools Team to share best practice, support key events and strengthen the Changemakers partnership model.
- Coordinate school visits, workshops and partnership events, maintain accurate CRM records, and monitor partnership progress to inform reporting, evaluation and continuous improvement.
- What You'll Bring
- Strong relationship-building and communication skills, with confidence presenting to children, adults and school leaders.
- Excellent organisation, planning and time management skills, with the ability to manage competing priorities.
- A proactive, adaptable, and collaborative approach, with initiative and a willingness to travel regularly.
- Confidence using Microsoft Office, CRM systems and digital tools, with an openness to exploring AI to improve the way you work.
- A genuine love for Jesus and a passion for helping young people grow in faith and compassion.
It would be great if you also bring
- Experience in Christian education, teaching, chaplaincy, youth ministry or partnership management.
- Experience facilitating workshops or speaking to large groups
- An understanding of service-learning, faith-based education or Compassion Australia's mission.
- Relevant tertiary qualifications, current driver's license and a Working With Children Check (or willingness to obtain one).
Why join Compassion Australia?
- A mission you'll believe in: Every role contributes to releasing children from poverty in Jesus' name.
- Supportive team culture: Work with people who genuinely care about each other and the mission.
- Boost Your Take-Home Pay: Access up to $15,900 in tax-free benefits for everyday expenses and additional $2,650 for meals and entertainment.
- Hybrid flexibility: Balance office collaboration with the flexibility to work from home.
- Professional growth: Access learning opportunities, meaningful projects and career development.
- Employee benefits: Enjoy salary packaging, additional leave options, paid volunteering and field trip opportunities and access to EAP & wellbeing support.
Applications close 11:59 pm (AEST) November 28, 2026. Early applications are encouraged, and the position may be filled before the closing date.
At the heart of Compassion's ministry is a relentless passion to act on our faith and empower every child left vulnerable by poverty.
Our work is Christ-centred, child-focused, and church-based.
The successful candidate will be strongly aligned to the values of this leading Christian not-for-profit organisation.
We're looking for someone with a heart for Compassion's work and equipped with the right skills and experience to fit the role.
So even if your experience doesn't tick every item on our list, we'd still love to hear from you.
Schools Partnership Manager in Sydney employer: Compassion Australia
Compassion Australia is an exceptional employer that fosters a supportive team culture, where every role contributes to the meaningful mission of releasing children from poverty in Jesus' name. With hybrid work flexibility, generous tax-free benefits, and ample opportunities for professional growth, employees are empowered to make a lasting impact while enjoying a fulfilling work-life balance. Join a passionate team dedicated to making a difference both locally and globally, all while working in a purpose-driven environment that values each individual's contribution.
