Fundraising & Partnerships Manager

Position Title : Fundraising & Partnerships Manager

Reporting To : Finance & Operations Director

Employment Type : Permanent, Part Time (32 hours per week)

Employment Date : 13 January

What is Parenting Place about?

Our Vision : That every parent

• in Aotearoa feels confident, and every child feels deeply loved

Our Mission : Supporting parents

We inspire

parents by offering hope for families.

We equip

parents with information and strategies.

We journey

with parents through key transition times.

Since

We recognise that every parent-child relationship can benefit from support, encouragement and practical skills.

And we believe that healthy, loving families can transform communities.

Our Values

Manaakitanga

– We are Caring.

We are welcoming, inclusive and extend kindness and respect to those we work with.

We value well-being and offer a supportive team culture, recognising that our staff are part of a wider family and community beyond their role at Parenting Place.

Ako – We are Learners

We are curious – life-long learners – broadening our understanding of people, family and culture.

We invest in knowledge through research of evidence-informed approaches to parenting, and our hands-on experience working directly with parents as they navigate the highs, lows and everyday of raising kids through different ages and stages.

Mahi Tahi – We are Collaborative

Our best work is done together, drawing from a diverse set of skills and perspectives.

We collaborate to bring different teams and people together to ideate, problem-solve and dream bigger and better for our work and vision for families.

Auahatanga

– We are Creative.

We are innovative in how we present, connect and communicate, working to reach all families where they are at.

We are writers, researchers, designers, presenters, coaches, project managers, people leaders, partnership co-ordinators and value creativity in our work.

Tumanako

– We are Hopeful.

We are inspired by hope – of what "could be" for parents and their family relationships.

We aim for the best outcomes, and take a positive, strengths-based approach in our parenting content, while staying relatable and real.

What is this role?

As our Fundraising & Partnerships Manager, you'll be at the heart of a mission that matters — helping every parent in Aotearoa feel confident and every child feel deeply loved.

This is an opportunity to lead with purpose, grow meaningful partnerships, and build foundations for long-term sustainability.

You'll bring strategic thinking and relationship-building expertise to the table, while thriving in a hands-on, collaborative environment.

If you're excited by the idea of making a tangible impact alongside a passionate, close-knit team, this role is for you.

Some key responsibilities of the role :

Manage the development and implementation of the fundraising plan for the organisation which will achieve the goals for sustainable funding.

Develop a strong and sustainable fundraising portfolio comprising both existing and new donors and partners.

Ensure existing corporate partner obligations are met and new corporate partnership opportunities are explored.

Provide supervision and work collaboratively with the Fundraising Specialist.

Oversee existing fundraising campaigns, events and new initiatives.

Who we are looking for

A strategic thinker who can lead the organisation to ward long-term financial sustainability.

Strong relationship and communication skills inspiring others to be excited and supportive of our vision – from individuals through to corporates.

A collaborative, hands-on approach to achieving organisational goals.

Excellent project management and organisational skills.

Proven experience in cultivating major donors, philanthropic relationships, and corporate partnerships to support long-term sustainability.

Experience and knowledge in fundraising in the not-for-profit sector is preferable.

Why you will love this role?

Excellent flexibility with work hours / days and arrangements - we are Parenting Place so we understand the juggle.

No two days are the same – you will enjoy the variety.

Amazing colleagues who you will get to know well through this role, as well as an opportunity to learn great parenting from some amazing humans.

You'll be part of a team that's changing lives every day.

Birthday Leave – a day off on / around your birthday.

Great, supportive culture with a commitment to look after our team well.

This is a permanent, part time appointment with a preferred start date of 13 January

The position is based in Greenlane, Auckland and working 32 hours per week.

If you would like to apply, please do so by no later than 9am Monday 10 November

Should we decide to progress with your application, we will contact you and will provide you with a full Position Description.

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