Club Sponsorship Coordinator

Position: Sponsorship Coordinator

Reports to: Club Director

Location: Hybrid

Commitment: Part-time, temporially voluntary

Role Overview:

The Sponsorship Coordinator is responsible for securing and managing sponsorship deals to generate revenue for Hydra Rovers FC. This role involves identifying potential sponsors, building relationships with businesses, and ensuring sponsors receive maximum value from their partnerships with the club. The role is crucial in helping the club achieve financial stability and long-term growth.

Key Responsibilities:

1. Sponsorship Acquisition & Negotiation:

Identify and approach potential sponsors that align with the club’s values and objectives.

Develop sponsorship packages that offer value to businesses in exchange for financial support.

Negotiate terms with sponsors to ensure mutually beneficial agreements.

2. Relationship Management:

Maintain strong relationships with existing sponsors, ensuring they are satisfied with their involvement.

Provide sponsors with regular updates on how their contributions are being utilized.

Explore opportunities to renew and expand sponsorship agreements.

3. Brand Exposure & Activation:

Ensure sponsors receive agreed-upon branding opportunities, such as logos on kits, banners, and social media promotions.

Work closely with the Marketing Manager to integrate sponsorship branding into promotional materials.

Organize sponsorship events and networking opportunities for club partners.

4. Financial & Contract Management:

Track sponsorship income and ensure payments are received on time.

Keep detailed records of sponsorship agreements and deliverables.

Work with the Treasurer to report sponsorship earnings and financial impact.

5. Match-Day & Event Sponsorship Coordination:

Ensure sponsor branding is properly displayed at matches and club events.

Organize hospitality packages for sponsors attending games.

Work with the Events Coordinator to develop exclusive sponsorship activation opportunities.

6. Strategic Growth & Revenue Development:

Research market trends to identify new sponsorship opportunities.

Develop innovative ways to attract more businesses to sponsor the club.

Work with the club’s leadership to align sponsorship efforts with long-term financial goals.

Key Skills & Qualities Required:

Strong sales, negotiation, and relationship management skills.

Experience in sponsorship acquisition, fundraising, or business development (preferred but not essential).

Excellent communication and networking abilities.

Ability to develop creative sponsorship proposals and presentations.

Knowledge of grassroots football and sports sponsorship (preferred but not required).

Passion for football and community engagement.

Why Join Hydra Rovers FC?

As Sponsorship Coordinator, you will play a vital role in securing the financial future of the club. This is a unique opportunity to be part of an ambitious football project, helping Hydra Rovers FC grow and progress through the leagues. Your work will directly impact the club’s success by securing key partnerships and increasing revenue streams.