BDAC is an ACCO (Aboriginal Community Controlled Organisation) registered as a member under the umbrella of VACCHO (Victorian Aboriginal Community Controlled Health Organisation) and represented nationally through NACCHO (National Aboriginal Community Controlled Health Organisation).
BDAC was founded to represent and provide services to Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people living on Djaara Country.
BDAC has a responsibility to ensure growth of services, development of our Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander community, better and improved health outcomes for our people, improved quality of life and be a lead agency in providing self-determination employment and career pathways for Aboriginal people.
What We Are Offering
Fulltime/Part time (0.8-1.0 FTE)
Fixed Term 2 Years
Hourly rate $45.39 - $47.15
Access to Salary Packaging
11.5% Superannuation
Supportive work environment
Ongoing training and development opportunities
Job Description
About the Position
The Grants Officer plays a key role in supporting BDAC to secure funding for programs and key initiatives. The Grants Officer coordinates, and provides advice and support relating to grant and funding policies, processes and procedure to support staff develop and submit high-quality grant proposals.
Key Responsibilities
Grant Research and Identification
Research, identify and make recommendations for funding opportunities in line with Strategic Plan priorities
Maintain a database of grant opportunities and deadlines.
Develop and maintain relationships with grant-makers and funders
Grant Writing Support
Coordinates grant proposals, and provides guidance and advice to staff developing grant proposals
Proof reading and editing of grant proposals.
Assist in preparing grant reports and ensure compliance with funders' requirements.
Provide guidance on grant application requirements ensuring proposals meet the criteria of the funding source.
Collaborate with directors and staff to support the sourcing and collation of information, data, and supporting material for grant applications.
Grant Management and Reporting
Maintain accurate records of awarded grants, including deadlines, submissions, reporting deadlines and awarded grants.
Support staff with reporting on the progress and completion of awarded grants to ensure grant reporting requirements are met.
Capacity Building
Develop resources and templates to assist staff in the grant application process.
Work closely with directorates and teams to align grant proposals with BDAC’s strategic objectives and priorities.
Communicate regularly with staff about grant opportunities.
Desired Skills and Experience
About You
Experience in grant writing.
Tertiary qualifications or degree in relevant field (e.g. Journalism, Arts, English, Communications, Social Sciences, Writing) or demonstrated relevant experience.
Excellent written and verbal communication skills, with demonstrated ability to research and write reports.
Flexible and adaptable to changing work environments and project needs.
Ability to work effectively both independently and as part of a collaborative team environment, managing multiple projects and deadlines.
Ability to apply a strategic mindset, balancing short term and long-term priorities.
Skilled in problem solving and critical analysis.
Knowledge of the non-profit sector and experience in a similar role preferred
Preferred / Desired / Mandatory Education, Training and/or Competencies.
(Desirable) Identify as Aboriginal or Torres Strait Islander
(Desirable) Experience in project delivery and familiarity with project planning, monitoring and reporting.
(Desirable) Experience in data collection and analysis
How to Apply
If this role sounds like the role for you then click on the link below and apply by attaching your CV and a cover letter detailing how you suit the role By Tuesday 17th of September, 2024
Mandatory Requirements
Should an applicant be the preferred candidate, background checks (Police check, reference check and Working with Children's Check) will be completed prior to the candidate’s employment being confirmed.
