Head of Partnerships

3 weeks ago

Melbourne, Victoria, Australia at Full time
The Organisation

Playing a pivotal role in saving lives and improving national health outcomes, this critical organisation delivers world-class research, diagnostics, and clinical services across Australia. galvanised by the mission of building a healthier nation, this network is focused on pushing the boundaries of health innovation, growth, sustainability and customer experience through strategic partnerships, service design, next-generation product development, emerging technologies, and continuous improvement.

The Opportunity

Reporting to the Director of Marketing & Channels, this newly created role will be fundamental in delivering on this ambitious growth and business transformation agenda. Accountable for developing and managing strategic alliances that amplify donor growth, the successful candidate will build and engage a high-performance team of 60+ people to define and execute partnership strategy, activation and operations across a diverse portfolio including corporate, government and community stakeholders.

The Right Fit

We are seeking an inspiring and commercially astute leader who thrives in purpose-driven environments and can confidently navigate ambiguity and complexity. If successful, you will be trusted to influence at the highest levels and empower teams to deliver sustainable outcomes that matter at pace.

Essential capabilities to ensure impact
  • Strategic Thinking: Outstanding ability to develop and execute partnership strategies aligned with organisational goals including establishing a vision and direction for team and program.
  • Leadership: Proven ability to lead and inspire teams, fostering a culture of collaboration and excellence, and leading through ambiguity and change.
  • Commercial and Analytical Skills: Strong commercial acumen and competence in establishing and evaluating workforce and partnership performance and making data-driven decisions to improve productivity and growth outcomes.
  • Negotiation and influencing skills: Ability to navigate complex discussions with confidence, building consensus and securing mutually beneficial outcomes through persuasive communication and strategic relationship management.
  • Relationship Management: Expertise in building and maintaining strong, collaborative relationships with diverse stakeholders at all levels including Lifeblood and partner executive teams.
  • Communication Skills: Exceptional verbal and written communication skills to effectively convey ideas and negotiate commercial agreements.
Desired capabilities that will help you hit the ground running
  • Experience gained within a health service or solutions environment.
  • Marketing expertise to drive awareness and engagement campaigns.
  • Experience enabling partnership operations through digital adoption, including AI.
  • Creative problem-solving mindset with the ability to identify new and diverse opportunities.
The Benefits

This is a rare opportunity to make an impact in a leadership role that will better health outcomes across Australia at a critical time. If successful you will enjoy:

  • Working with a values-driven leadership team who is committed to building a future-ready organisation that gives back to our community.
  • Opportunity to lead a growth focused portfolio that will drive meaningful impact and sustainable growth.
  • A competitive remuneration package and salary packaging benefits.
  • Hybrid working model, including flexible at-home and in-office collaboration.

Interested? For prompt consideration, click apply now. For a confidential discussion, please contact Kylie Kneale at Think Talent on 0403948842.

Applications close 5:00 pm AEST, Friday 19 September 2025.


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