Grants Management Specialist

At Singleton Council, our employee promise is simple: ADD VALUE. BE VALUED. 
 
As an employee of Singleton Council, you will join an engaged, safe, sustainable and performing (ESSP) workforce who work collectively to create community. 

Singleton Council has a long and proud history. From our agricultural foundations to our abundant natural resources, we are more than just New South Wales’ largest producer of coal. Singleton has developed into the economic beating heart of the State and a centre of industry, heritage, tourism and community.

Here at Council, we offer a wide range of services, supporting our community vision to be vibrant, progressive, connected, sustainable and resilient.

We’re committed to providing an environment where everyone has the opportunity to contribute their unique skills and expertise to make a meaningful impact, while also recognising and appreciating your valuable contributions and ensuring you feel valued, supported, and empowered to thrive.

ADD VALUE - THE ROLE

Working across the organisation with key stakeholders to identify, prioritise and source grant funding opportunities to optimise the level of external funding received for projects and services delivered by Singleton Council, the Grants Management Officer offers specialist advice and ensures that the grant management governance framework is followed across the organisation ensuring that grant based revenue is maximised, that grants are managed consistently and that reporting, acquittal and other conditions stated in the grant deeds are met.

Key responsibilities include;

• Oversee identified grant programs with a focus on stakeholder management and grant program administration
• Monitor grant contracts, payments, reporting/acquittal requirements and report on progress
• Coordinate internal stakeholders on key tasks in the grant management process
• Maintain processes, systems and tools which support effective Grants Management
• Build effective relationships with internal stakeholders providing a source of expert advice on policy, process, grant writing, grant administration and acquittals
• Research and liaise with external bodies to identify grant opportunities and communicate these to key stakeholders

This position is offered on a permanent, full-time basis working 35 hours per week.

Remuneration package for this position is based on Grade 12 of Council's Salary System Protocol which equates to a base salary of $87,136 - $98,016 per annum plus superannuation.

BE VALUED - THE REWARD

Your wellbeing benefits include:   

• Swell Program (Safe + Well at Singleton Council)
• Health + Wellbeing Leave
• Fitness Passport
• Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
• Annual Flu Vaccinations + Skin Checks 

Your flexible work benefits may include:

• Work from home
• Rostered Day Off
• 9-day fortnight
• 4-day week

Your leave benefits include:     

• Concessional Leave between Christmas and New Year
• Annual Leave
• Sick + Carer’s Leave
• Long Service Leave after 5 years
• Purchase of Additional Annual Leave
• Parental Leave
• Domestic + Family Violence Leave
• Health + Wellbeing Leave

Your development benefits include:   

• Training Courses + Professional Development
• Education Assistance
• Leadership Development Program
• Emerging Leaders Program
• 'Grow our Own' Program

Your reward + recognition benefits include:   

• ESSPecialist Program Awards
• Service Awards
• Be Valued Recognition Program

WANT TO KNOW MORE? 

To find out about all the amazing things Singleton Council is doing to add value to our community click  to explore our webpages.

Do you want to be valued at Singleton Council?  Click  to check out our careers page and to see what is on offer.

For a confidential conversation about this exciting opportunity contact Mark Wiblen, Manager Corporate Services on 0408 915 ***. 

To be eligible for this role you MUST have the Right to Work in Australia.

APPLICATIONS CLOSE THURSDAY 7 MARCH 2024.