o    Elite Sporting Organisation
o    Fantastic Culture
o    MCG location

The Melbourne Football Club is the oldest competitive sporting club in the world, ingrained with the heritage of the game’s establishment more than 150 years ago.  The Club prides itself on a strong workplace culture underpinned by our values that are rich with tradition, passion and innovation.
We are seeking a highly motivated, Sponsorship Activation Manager, to report directly to the General Manager Sponsorship. This role is responsible for the fulfillment, servicing and activation of key Commercial Partnerships.

Specifically within this role you will be responsible for:

•    Implementing, activating and tracking all assigned partner contracts to ensure that all elements are fulfilled, executed and reported in accordance with internal and external procedures and guidelines
•    Identifying new opportunities to grow current sponsorships
•    Liaising with key stakeholders in delivering all Match Day Partnership requirements for partners
•    Managing all administration processes for assigned partners including; Partnership instalments and invoices, processing all partnership benefit entitlements into Aptify
•    Liaising with Finance to manage all sponsorship budget costs through individual sponsor cost centres
•    Facilitating WIP activation meetings with assigned Partners, ensuring all action items are carried out by relevant parties
•    Researching, developing and maintaining all proposals and cost analysis, contracts and sponsorship review documents following processes and guidelines.
•    Assisting in home game match day football operations, events and functions and other functions/events as required.

To be successful in the role you must have:

•    Tertiary qualification in Commerce, Sports Management, Marketing or related field
•    Minimum of 3 + years experience working with corporate partners/sponsors
•    Demonstrated ability building and maintaining strong relationships with numerous stakeholders, eg. Commercial Partners, suppliers, MCC etc
•    Excellent communication (written and verbal), presentation and interpersonal skills
•    Ability to multi task, prioritise and effective time management skills
•    Strong customer service focus
•    Proficient in Microsoft Office Suite
•    Passion for Sport and recreation (AFL preferred)

What we offer:
•    A fast paced, fun and vibrant workplace
•    A supportive management team that values the importance of staff development
•    Annual performance and salary reviews
•    A unique backdrop to your day - the MCG - the heart of Melbourne’s sporting precinct
•    A competitive salary, sponsor discounts, staff benefits, social functions and more!

Please click the following link to apply:
http://www.seek.com.au/Job/sponsorship-activation-manager/in/melbourne-cbd-inner-suburbs/23246428

Applications close:  14 October 2012.  Please note only short listed candidates will be contacted.