- Help turn community connections into meaningful impact for animals

- Grow our Op Shop Network by building strong community and business partnerships that generate donations and support our mission

About RSPCA Victoria

RSPCA Victoria is a non-government, community-based, not-for-profit organisation whose purpose is ‘to exist for animals to live better lives’. We are Victoria’s best-known and most respected animal welfare organisation.

Our organisation’s vision is to have ‘a world where animals and people live together with dignity, respect and compassion’. RSPCA’s values – show compassion, lead the way, act with courage and seek positive outcomes – set clear expectations for all our employees and volunteers.

About the Role

As our Community Partnership & Growth Manager, you will take ownership of building and activating partnerships that drive a reliable and scalable pipeline of clothing and goods donations across our Op Shop network.

Working closely with businesses, community groups, local organisations and internal stakeholders, you'll identify opportunities, develop creative donation-generating initiatives and turn community engagement into measurable outcomes.

While the initial focus will be supporting our Op Shop operations, this role also offers the chance to identify broader partnership opportunities that support RSPCA Victoria's wider services and mission over time.

Duties and Responsibilities In this role, you will:

- Drive Donation Growth: Develop and deliver strategies that increase the volume and quality of donations across RSPCA Victoria’s Op Shop Network

- Build Community Partnerships: Establish and nurture strong relationships with schools, businesses, community groups and local organisations to create ongoing donation and engagement opportunities.

- Develop Impactful Initiatives: Create partnership proposals and community programs that deliver shared value while strengthening support for RSPCA Victoria’s mission

- Lead Donation Campaigns: Design and implement innovative donation-generating initiatives, including workplace donation drives, community collection events,



local partnerships, secondhand markets and other fundraising opportunities.

- Monitor Performance & Growth: Track donation outcomes, partnership activity and pipeline opportunities, using data and insights to identify trends, measure success and drive continuous improvement

What we are looking for from you

- You are a natural leader who enjoys connecting with people and organisations with a meaningful cause
- Confidence in engaging with a wide rang eof stakeholders – turning conversations and opportunities into tangible outcomes
Demonstrated experience in partnership, business development, stakeholder engagement or relationship
- -focused role.
- Ability to identify opportunities and translate them into practical, measurable outcomes.
- Strong communication, influencing and relationship management skills.
- A proactive and self-motivated approach, with the ability to work independently and manage multiple priorities and projects.
Excellent organisational and project coordination skills

- Highly Regarded

- Experience within the not-for-profit, retail or community sectors
- Experience in donation generation, sustainability, reuse or circular economy initiatives
- Experience working with community groups, local networks, markets or events
Qualifications in Business, Marketing, Communications, Community Development or a related discipline

- Recruitment Requirements

- Current and valid driver’s license (frequent travel between multiple Op Shop locations is required)
National Police Check

- What's on offer?

- Genuine Work-Life Balance & Generous Leave: Access a comprehensive suite of leave entitlements designed to support your lifestyle and wellbeing. This includes annual and personal leave,



6 additional days of paid leave per year (pro-rata), purchased leave options, paid parental leave, study leave, and paid family and domestic violence leave.

- Accrued Days Off (RDOs): Enjoy standard RDO agreements that offer up to 12 additional days off per year, allowing you more time to recharge.

- Holistic Wellbeing Support: Your mental and physical health matter to RSPCA. Benefit from a wide range of wellness initiatives, including confidential counselling via their Employee and Volunteer Assistance Program (EVAP), dedicated wellbeing activities, and educational programs.

- Exclusive Staff Discounts: Take advantage of premium discounts across our partner networks and services, including Royal Canin pet food, RSPCA Pet Insurance, Hush Puppies footwear, and RSPCA Victoria retail and veterinary clinic products and services.

- Maximise Your Take-Home Pay: Access tax-effective salary packaging and novated lease arrangements through their leading workplace benefits provider, Maxxia.

- Continuous Growth & Development: RSPCA invests in your professional journey with robust learning and development opportunities specifically curated to support and elevate you in your role.

Ready to join a team that makes a difference? Apply today!

How to Apply To learn more about our organisation and this job opportunity, please visit our Employment Opportunities page (https://rspcavic.org/careers/employment-opportunities/) and download the Position Description for more details. If you have any questions, please contact our Recruitment Team via [email protected] for a confidential discussion.

Applications will be actively reviewed as they are received

RSPCA Victoria is committed to creating a diverse and inclusive work environment and is proud to be an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment and we strongly encourage people from all cultural backgrounds to apply, including Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people. Applicants are welcome to access RSPCA Victoria’s Diversity & Inclusion Policy here.

📌 Community Partnership & Growth Manager - Permanent Full Time (Burwood East)
🏢 Rspca Victoria
📍 Burwood East