Position Purpose

The Sponsorship Coordinator will play a key role in building and maintaining relationships that support The Sydney Library of Things. This volunteer position focuses on securing financial, goods, and in-kind sponsorships from businesses and community partners - helping to sustain and grow our mission of sharing, repairing, and reducing waste. This is a new role, so you’ll be helping to shape it.

Key Responsibilities

• Identify and reach out to potential sponsors, partners, and local businesses.
• Develop and maintain positive relationships with existing and prospective sponsors.
• Create sponsorship proposals and negotiate mutually beneficial arrangements (financial, goods, or in-kind support).
• Work with the Board and Marketing team to align sponsorship opportunities with organisational goals.
• Keep accurate records of sponsor communications, agreements, and benefits delivered.

Skills & Experience Needed

• Strong communication, networking, and relationship-building skills
• Confidence in approaching businesses and negotiating agreements.
• Organised, reliable, and able to manage multiple conversations or deals at once.
• Creative thinking to identify unique sponsorship and partnership opportunities.
• Previous experience in fundraising, marketing, or business development is desirable.