Engagement & Sponsorship Manager

**Do you live for bringing bold ideas to life through unforgettable events, partnerships, and campaigns? Are you ready to lead a creative, high-energy team making a real impact in education?**

We’re on the hunt for an **Engagement & Sponsorship Manager** to take the reins of our event experiences, sponsorship strategy, and community engagement initiatives - all while championing a diverse portfolio of brands that change lives.

**About the role**

As the Engagement & Sponsorship Manager, you’ll be the driving force behind exciting, student-focused events and powerful partnerships that build brand love and deliver real results.

You’ll lead a creative, national team to design and deliver standout experiences - from headline expos and open days to digital-first events and strategic sponsorships. You’ll collaborate with passionate marketers, educators, and senior leaders to bring bold ideas to life across Australia.

If you're a natural connector, creative thinker, and strategic doer who thrives in a fast-paced, purpose-led environment - this is your opportunity to make your mark.

**What you’ll do**
- ** Lead from the front** - Drive the strategy and execution of high-impact events, sponsorships, and campus activations across the country
- ** Deliver unforgettable experiences** - Create moments that matter for prospective students through innovative in-person and online events
- ** Own key partnerships** - Identify, negotiate, and activate sponsorships that elevate our brands and open new opportunities
- ** Amplify our message** - Roll out exciting promotional campaigns that bring visibility to our education brands
- ** Inspire and lead your team** - Manage and motivate a dynamic, remote Campus Activation Team, nurturing a culture of creativity and excellence
- ** Track the impact** - Use insights and analytics to continually improve and innovate everything you do
- ** Be the connector** - Collaborate across marketing, admissions, and leadership teams to keep our audience at the heart of every experience

**What we are looking for**

You're a big-picture thinker with a flair for detail and a passion for creating experiences that wow. You're equally at home on the event floor, negotiating a deal, or coaching your team to success. Most importantly, you love the buzz of bringing people together and making an impact through creative, meaningful engagement.

**Ready to make your move?**
If you're driven to lead with heart, hustle, and purpose - we’d love to hear from you.

**Qualifications**:

- A degree in marketing, event management, business, or related field
- 5+ years of experience leading events, sponsorships, or experiential marketing (bonus points if it’s in education)
- Experience managing remote or multi-location teams
- Strong project management and campaign planning skills
- Excellent communication, stakeholder engagement, and leadership abilities
- A head for data and a heart for storytelling
- Tech-savvy with tools like Salesforce and event platforms
- Willingness to travel for events and work flexibly when needed

**Additional Information**:
**What we can offer**
- We offer careers across our global operations
- We recognise and reward.
- We understand the importance of showing appreciation.
- We care for you. We offer a range of employee benefits, support to help you be your best, and flexibility, to help us all thrive.
- Navitas is where work has meaning. Our impact is far-reaching - we create lasting legacies for students and communities.
- Access to LinkedIn Learning for your development
- 2 days a year volunteer leave for causes you are passionate about

**Diversity Equity and Inclusion**
- At Navitas we promote and embrace an inclusive and diverse workforce. We believe equality, flexibility, and diversity deliver a rich collaborative environment. We strive to ensure that all our staff - no matter where they are from or who they are - feel safe, supported, and given opportunities to thrive.

**Why Join Us?**

This is your chance to play a pivotal role in shaping the marketing efforts of some of Australia’s most respected education brands. You’ll be part of a dynamic and creative team that values collaboration, innovation, and strategic thinking. Enjoy flexible work arrangements, professional development opportunities, and the chance to drive meaningful impact in the education sector.

**How to Apply