Partnerships Manager, South Australia

Drive commercial partnerships that power emerging tech in South Australia

We’re looking for a Partnerships Manager to lead the charge on partnerships in South Australia - with a strong focus on corporate engagement, commercial outcomes, and driving value for founders and partners.

This role plays a critical part in supporting Stone & Chalk's mission to accelerate the growth of emerging tech ventures by creating value through partnerships that unlock opportunities, deliver impact, and generate revenue. Partnerships must create value not just for external partners, but for our founders and residents - connecting them to meaningful commercial opportunities and strategic outcomes.

Reporting to the General Manager, South Australia, and working closely with the national partnerships team, the Partnerships Manager ensures that local delivery aligns with national strategy while contributing to a strong, outcomes-focused innovation community in South Australia.

You’ll be part of a purpose-driven team that believes in the power of emerging technology and the impact of ambitious founders. Success means hitting targets, building strong partnerships, and helping shape a national innovation community that delivers for founders.

About us

At Stone & Chalk, we are driven by the mission to accelerate Australia’s transformation into a sustainable, technology-driven economy.

Through our innovation hubs in Sydney, Melbourne, and Adelaide, we provide startups and scaleups with the resources, connections, and strategic support they need to thrive.

We create meaningful impact, make swift decisions, and build a culture rooted in trust.

Responsibilities

Partnership development and management

• Identify, develop, and manage partnerships across corporates, industry bodies, academia, accelerators, and government.
• Prioritise corporate partnerships that align with Stone & Chalk’s commercial strategy and value proposition.
• Own the full partnership lifecycle : prospecting, proposal development, negotiation, onboarding, activation, and reporting.
• Build a deep understanding of partner needs and identify relevant opportunities across programs, residents, and national capabilities.
• Maintain strong relationships with ecosystem stakeholders including startups, scaleups, government, academia, investors, and collaborators.
• Ensure these relationships are purposeful, mutually beneficial, and aligned to broader national priorities.
• Collaborate with national partnerships and marketing teams to connect local initiatives with national outcomes.

Activation and program delivery

Collaboration and contribution

Essential skills and experience

Desirable skills and experience

Success metrics

Working at Stone & Chalk

At Stone & Chalk, we're committed to fostering innovation and supporting founders. Our team values collaboration, integrity, and a shared passion for technology's potential to shape Australia's future. We offer a dynamic environment where your contributions directly impact the success of emerging ventures.

We’re reviewing applications as they arrive, so don’t wait – submit yours today!

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