Work with global iconic brands to help drive a sustainable future through corporate partnerships. 

• Join one of the world's largest and most respected conservation organisations

• Flexible working including monthly RDO

• Premier 5 Star Green Office in Ultimo

• 3 year full time contract

For over 50 years WWF has been a leading voice for nature. We are the world’s largest conservation organisation, working in 100 countries and with over 5 million supporters.  WWF-Australia is the 7th largest member of the WWF Network. We work with governments, businesses and communities on environmental issues with a single mission: to build a world where people live and prosper in harmony with nature.  As a strategic partner, WWF helps companies to engage with their staff, customers and stakeholders to protect the natural habitats and agricultural landscapes where they, and their supply chains, have an impact.  More details are available here http://www.wwf.org.au/about-us/partners#gs.7W2khy8

About the role

Leading a small team, the role manages a portfolio of Corporate Partnerships by developing partnership relationships, securing new corporate business partners, and stewarding the delivery of existing relationships to drive income in support of WWF’s strategic goals.  The role works closely with large companies, commercial project partners, government, and certification bodies to encourage sustainable behaviours and business practices that produce tangible results towards the conservation of our planet, habitats and species. 

Skills, knowledge and experience 

• Experience developing, implementing and managing corporate engagements strategies, with a track record forecasting and raising income to deliver on income targets.

• Technical experience in risk management and analysis.

• Experience leading and managing staff with a focus on high performance team working.

• Strong project management, analytical and complex problem solving skills.

• Strategic relationship building skills at a senior level including excellent communication, influencing and negotiation skills.

A knowledge of supply chains, preferably in relation to seafood sustainability and/or fisheries management would be an advantage, along with an advanced degree in Marketing, Business, Sustainability is desirable.

WWF values diversity and is building a workforce that reflects the community we serve. WWF is an equal opportunity employer and Aboriginal & Torres Strait Islander peoples, people from culturally & linguistically diverse (CALD) backgrounds and people with disabilities are encouraged to apply. 

Applications 

Applicants can apply viahttp://www.wwf.org.au/about_us/work_with_wwf/.  Only those applicants applying online via the eRecruitment System will be considered. 

Please include the following two attachments: (1) a cover letter/statements against the selection criteria and (2) your resume (CV), including two referees.