Sponsorship Manager (Netball World Cup Sydney 2027)

About the Netball World Cup Sydney 2027

Brace Yourself for an unforgettable opportunity to be part of the world’s premier netball event. In 2027, Sydney will host the Netball World Cup, uniting 16 of the top international teams for 10 days of elite competition and global celebration. As we mark Netball Australia’s centenary, we’re building a tournament that champions inclusion, empowerment, and innovation - on and off the court.

We’re looking for passionate, purpose-driven people to help bring this vision to life. As part of the Local Organising Committee, you’ll join a collaborative team focused on delivering operational excellence, engaging fans, creating legacy, and making memories that will stay with you for a lifetime.

We offer a fun and flexible, hybrid work environment that supports balance, wellbeing, and professional growth - because we know great work happens when people feel empowered and included.

About The Role

The Sponsorship Manager is responsible for working with key stakeholders to secure, manage, and activate sponsorships that not only drive commercial success but also contribute meaningfully to the legacy and inclusion goals of the Netball World Cup Sydney 2027. This role ensures that partnerships acquired reflect the tournament’s values of equity, community engagement, and long-term impact.

Key Areas of Focus

Throughout your journey with the Netball World Cup Sydney 2027, you will:

• Lead the charge on sponsorship strategy and sales, alongside our GM Revenue & Experience.
• Collaborate with our appointed sales agency to pitch, secure, and manage high-impact partnerships.
• In collaboration with the appointed Sales Agency, help craft compelling sponsorship packages that meet the objectives of both the prospective partners and delivers against the Netball World Cup Sydney 2027 commercial revenue objectives.
• Manage the both the financial & rights requirements of Partner contracts to ensure all contractual obligations are delivered.
• Be the go-to person for all sponsor relationships both internally & externally including but not limited to negotiations, activations, and delivering value.
• Drive inclusive, fan and community centric partner activations that reflect the spirit of the tournament.
• Develop and implement best in class, engaging and informative partner workshops to ensure all our partners are fully informed and equipped to maximise their leverage opportunities from Netball World Cup Sydney 2027.
• Track pipeline and partner performance, report on impact, and help shape a partnership legacy that lasts well beyond 2027.
• Contribute to partner initiatives that promote participation from underrepresented groups, including First Nations communities, women and girls, and people with disabilities.
• Work in a team that backs each other, celebrates wins together, and lives the values every day.

About You

You’re a confident communicator, a sharp negotiator, and a natural relationship builder. You know how to spot opportunities, close deals, and keep partners coming back for more. You thrive in fast-paced environments, possess a get the job done attitude, love a challenge, and bring energy and precision to everything you do. You have worked and achieved success in all facets of sponsorship, including sales, negotiations, contract management, partner servicing & reporting.

What Sets You Apart:

• Strong commercial instincts and negotiation smarts
• Clear, compelling communication and presentation skills
• Ability to create and build a value-added relationship with external agency partners
• Has vast experience developing and implementing a new business and pipeline plan
• Eagle-eye attention to detail and top-tier account servicing
• A talent for building trust and long-term partnerships
• Experience with CRM systems and sponsorship tracking tools
• A genuine passion for sport, community impact, and brand storytelling

Additional Information

Reporting into the General Manager – Revenue & Experience, this full-time role will be based at Sydney Olympic Park, on a fixed-term basis through to September 2027. Given the unique nature of the sports industry, and the domestic & global reach of our organisation, travelling and working outside of our HQ and traditional office hours may be required from time to time. Our teams work flexibly, and we encourage the successful applicant to discuss flexible working options with their new Manager. For further queries, please email recruitment@nwc2027.com.au.

We reserve the right to shortlist and interview suitable candidates as they are identified, so if this sounds like you, and we hope it does – please don’t delay your application. We do not take for granted the high volume of applications we receive, but please be aware this means we are only able to contact shortlisted candidates. Our recruitment process consists of a phone screening, two rounds of interviews, (virtual and in person) along with professional reference checks, and we'll be here to guide you through the entire process!

Netball Australia & the LOC takes its Safeguarding responsibilities seriously and we provide an environment that is safe for our child and adult beneficiaries. All successful candidates will undergo a criminal record and Working with Children check prior to employment and must be able to hold valid checks at all times throughout their employment. We provide our staff and volunteers with ongoing supervision, support and training in their work with child and adult beneficiaries. We have a collaborative, supportive and diverse culture and promote the continued development of our team members! We believe your religion, age, disability, sexual orientation, gender identification or culture do not define you nor impact your application or employment with Netball Australia. We are a sport for all people across the community and take pride in providing a diverse, inclusive and safe environment for all.

Research shows that while men apply to jobs when they meet an average of 60% of the criteria, women and other marginalised groups tend to only apply when they check every box. If you think you have what it takes, but don’t necessarily meet every single point above, please still get in touch. We’d love to have a chat and see if you could be a great fit.