Major Grants Coordinator

Company Overview

Good Sammy is a for-purpose organisation creating employment opportunities for people with disability. We’ve been around since 1958 and we have a workforce of over 800 individuals, with almost 50% who identify as having disability.

Our efforts to make a difference extend beyond the workplace. Good Sammy is a driving force in sustainability, keeping nearly 7 million kilograms of used goods out of landfills annually. Our operations span various social enterprises, each contributing to our greater purpose.

We pride ourself on being inclusive and know our people are our greatest asset.

Our values drive out initiatives and culture.

Brave - Have the courage to explore all possibilities

Good - Do the right thing, the right way, always. Help you be your best.

Safe - Be aware, speak up, stay safe. Make your safety our priority.

Empowered - Respect everyone's voice. Do it with you.

Your Impact:

As a Major Grants Coordinator, you will be responsible for ensuring the successful coordination and delivery of reporting outcomes for Major Grants projects across Good Sammy Enterprises.  This position is a part time two-year role at 0.8FTE on a fixed term contract (with possible extension) to ensure successful and proactive relationships and coordination between Good Sammy Enterprises and its Major Grants partners. You will be playing a key role in fostering relationships both internally and externally to achieve mutually beneficial grant outcomes for funders and Good Sammy Enterprises.

What you'll do:

• This role will specifically focus on the timely and accountable delivery of reporting and acquittal milestones across our major multiple-year grants.
• Collaborate across the organisation to provide grant coordination expertise, support and ensure successful and timely delivery of milestones.
• Act as the liaison point between Good Sammy Enterprises, the major grant funders, and researchers/evaluators, ensuring a collegial, positive and proactive relationship.
• Managing the budgets of the key grants and overseeing all financial reporting including cost allocation.
• Ensure grant outcomes are achieved by:
  • convening, chairing and minuting meetings of key project stakeholders to review grant progress and make grant decisions.
  • mapping milestones, timelines and status reporting to the Executive Committee and funders.
  • managing, monitoring and reporting on budgets associated with the specific grants.
  • writing and delivering all necessary reports (e.g. quarterly progress reports, annual reports, acquittals), in consultation with the Grant Administrator.
  • documenting evidence of marketing, communications and other benefits being actioned (e.g. social media posts, speech notes, logo use).
  • Monitoring evaluation/research progress and milestone achievements and assisting in connecting individual grant project leads and recipients with evaluators as required.
• Liaise closely with marketing, events and communications colleagues to develop a calendar of promotional benefits and ensure those noted in the specific grant agreements are actioned (e.g. invitation to events, social media announcements, media release promotion, photography, videography).
• Commit to undertake the duties of the role in accordance with Good Sammy’s Code of Conduct and Values, and our mission to provide employment and pathway opportunities for people with disability.
• Maintains a safe working environment by taking reasonable care for own health and safety and that of others.

Who you will work alongside:

You will report directly to the Executive Manager – Marketing, Fundraising and Partnerships, and work collaboratively with the Grant Administrator, Finance team, individual grant project leads, major grant funders, Marketing, Fundraising and Partnership team members, and other internal and external stakeholders. You will foster relationships with grant funders, grant evaluation partners, and other fundraising / grant stakeholders as required.

What you'll bring:

• Excellent stakeholder management skills, with the ability to build, nurture and maintain strong collaborative, proactive relationships across all levels and sectors.
• Ability to work in a complex, fast-paced environment and manage competing priorities.
• Demonstrable experience and/or understanding of grants’ management requirements and processes.
• Highly organised with strongly developed project management skills and reporting experience. 
• Exceptional oral and written communication and comprehension skills.
• Strong attention to detail and problem-solving skill.
• Strong proficiency with using Microsoft Office suite.

What we can offer you:

• Free onsite parking
• Generous not-for-profit tax-free benefits up to $15,900 per annum, to increase your take home pay.
• Private health insurance discounts.
• Free, confidential counselling services through our Employee Assistance Program
• Staff discount at all Good Sammy stores.
• Comprehensive orientation program including an onsite tour.

Join us in making a positive impact in our community. Your dedication can help us transform workplaces and society, and together, we can create a better future for people of all abilities.

How to Apply

If you are interested in a rewarding career that gives back to those living with a disability and the local community, apply now! Please submit your resume and a cover letter outlining why you are well-suited for the role.

Good Sammy Enterprises is committed to providing an environment where people are safe, valued and heard, especially vulnerable adults, young people and children. We strongly encourage applications from people with disability or lived experience, as well as Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islanders and people from culturally diverse backgrounds.

Applicants who need assistance with their application or wish to discuss any potential barriers that may prevent them from applying are encouraged to contact ***********@goodsammy.com.au.

Closing date: 17/07/2024

Good Sammy reserves the right to complete the recruitment process prior to the closing date. Whilst we appreciate each and every application, due to the high level of interest, only successful applicants will be contacted. Thanks for your understanding.