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Form of workThe primary function of the Grants Coordinator is to provide strategic and operational management of grants to deliver a whole of organisation approach to grant activities. The Grants Coordinator will support Agencies and Parishes in identifying funding opportunities and preparing funding applications from government, corporate, philanthropic and community bodies, trusts and foundations that support the Mission of the Church. This position will also have a key role in building the capability of the organisation to successfully apply for grants.
Some of the key accountabilities for the role include:
- Establishment, implementation, and maintenance of the systems and processes that support the administration of the organisation’s end-to-end grants processes.
- Developing guidelines relating to grant applications, funding management and acquittal processes.
- Identifying and accessing grant funding that supports the Mission of the Church.
- Informing Agencies and Parishes of external funding opportunities.
- Coordinating the planning and preparation of high-quality grant applications for Agencies and Parishes.
- Supporting Agencies and Parishes in the drafting, execution and the ongoing management of new grant applications, contracts, progress reports and acquittals.
- Providing timely advice pertaining to available grants, interpretation of grant funding requirements, writing grant applications, and grant acquittals.
- Developing capability within Agencies and Parishes to apply for and manage grants.
- Maintaining systems and processes to ensure appropriate administration of successful grant projects is undertaken including reporting, financial and acquittal procedures.
- Ensuring all records and prospects are kept up to date and managed appropriately.
- Developing and maintaining professional relationships with funding bodies.
- Be responsible for the submission of final grant applications and acquittals within the specified time frames.
- Highly developed organisation and administration skills with the ability to meet deadlines.
- Strong IT literacy, including Microsoft Office applications (Word, Excel, and Outlook), database management and web applications.
- Capability to work autonomously and collaboratively as part of a small team.
- Excellent project management skills and ability to prioritise work and resources.
- High ethical standards in dealing with sensitive financial and confidential matters.
- Demonstrated problem-solving skills, initiative, and meticulous attention to detail.
- Demonstrated ability to deliver to tight deadlines while managing conflicting priorities.
- Confidence in communication (both oral and written) with the ability to work with a community of diverse backgrounds and skill levels.
- 2+ years’ experience in a similar role.
- Demonstrated experience with grant writing, tender writing, or regulatory reporting.
- Proven experience in developing and maintaining constructive stakeholder relationships.
- Undergraduate degree in a field involving research and writing as part of course work.
- Willingness to obtain and maintain a clear National Police Check (at no cost to you) and Working with Children Check (Blue Card).
- Driver’s licence.
Applications close 21/01/2024
For further information for the role and a copy of the position description please contact our Policy & Submissions Officer at *********@bne.catholic.net.au
To apply for this role please submit a cover letter and resume via the Apply For This Job button.
The Archdiocese of Brisbane has standards of conduct for workers to maintain a safe and healthy environment for children. Our commitment to these standards requires that we conduct working with children checks and background referencing for all persons who will engage in direct and regular involvement with children and young people (0 - 18 years) and/or vulnerable adults. The organisation is fully committed to child safety and has a 0 tolerance to abuse of children or vulnerable adults.
