Join Our Team!

Position Title: Partnership Development Specialist

Employment Type: Full-Time

Location: Austral, NSW, onsite.

Are you a natural connector with a passion for storytelling, community building, and creating real impact? At Unity Grammar, you’ll lead the charge in building strategic partnerships, delivering programs that inspire, and showcasing our values through innovative collaborations that open doors for our learners and community.

Abount Us

Unity Grammar is a dynamic and growing independent Islamic School in Austral, NSW, proudly serving over 1,500 learners from Kindergarten to Year 12. We are dedicated to academic excellence and holistic development, offering a rich and inclusive curriculum complemented by diverse extracurricular opportunities. At Unity Grammar, our learners are the pioneers of tomorrow, guided by their Islamic faith to build a more caring, just, and equitable world. Inspired by the prophetic legacy, we nurture future leaders by equipping them with the knowledge, values, and skills needed to thrive in an ever-changing world. We are committed to developing compassionate, responsible, and forward-thinking individuals who are ready to make a meaningful impact in their communities and beyond. Our dedication to excellence extends to our staff, and we are proud to be recognised as a 5-Star Employer of Choice for 3 consecutive years, reflecting our commitment to a positive, supportive, and rewarding workplace culture.

Why Join Unity Grammar?

At Unity Grammar, our 11 Unity Playbook principles for our staff aren’t just words – they’re guided by our Islamic faith, the way we work, lead, and care for one another. We create a workplace where every staff member feels valued, supported, and inspired to thrive. From professional growth plans and wellbeing programs to generous rewards, incentives, and ongoing recognition, everything we do reflects our Playbook in action. Here, you will find purpose, sense of belonging, build lasting connections, and grow in ways that truly matter. This is more than a job – it’s a place to live your values.

What You'll Do

Identify and secure partnerships with industry leaders, cultural organisations, and community groups

Build and manage a vibrant CRM of partners, sponsors, and opportunities

Negotiate and manage MOUs, ensuring mutually beneficial outcomes

Coordinate partnership programs, events, and work experience placements

Create marketing campaigns and promotional materials in line with our brand and Islamic values

Maintain strong, ongoing engagement with partners and represent the school at events

What We’re Looking For

A skilled networker with strong business acumen and proven partnership or business development experience

Exceptional communicator and negotiator with a creative, solutions-focused mindset

Highly organised, able to manage multiple projects and relationships at once

Understanding of educational environments and our Islamic Faith

How to Apply

If you’re ready to connect with our school with opportunities that inspire, engage, and empower, we’d love to hear from you. Applicants must be eligible to work in Australia and hold a valid NSW Working With Children Check (WWCC) Please submit your resume detailing your relevant experience along with details of three referees. All applications must be submitted directly through Seek to be formally considered. The school may close this position early if a suitable candidate is identified and will commence interviews as appropriate.

Our Public Commitment to Child Safety

We have a zero tolerance for child abuse and are committed to acting in children’s best interests and keeping them safe from harm. Grounded in the principles of our Islamic faith and guided by prophetic character, Unity Grammar is committed to ensuring the safety and wellbeing of all children and young people. Reflecting our vision, mission, and core values, our dedication extends beyond mere protection to the cultivation of an environment where every child feels valued, respected, and empowered to reach their fullest potential.