Grants Officer

Full time - 12 month Fixed Term - Parental Leave Cover

Band 7 plus 12% superannuation

Work in a supportive team environment contributing to a positive team culture

Based in Alexandra or hybrid arrangements are available

Are you a seasoned Grants Officer with a passion for making a difference?

Join our dynamic team at Council, where you’ll lead the charge in securing vital funding that drives our community forward. As a key player, you’ll provide strategic direction and lead the entire grants process - from identification to administration. You’ll also offer advice and support to our community about grants and sponsorships programs, helping our local groups, individuals and events thrive and succeed. If you’re ready to take on a pivotal role and make a lasting impact, we want to hear from you!

About this opportunity

The Grants Officer is responsible for maximising the level of external funding received by Council for infrastructure and services from other levels of government and other stakeholders. The role works closely with project managers to facilitate project planning, research, and stakeholder engagement to ensure successful applications including grant administration.

The Grants Officer also provides specialist advice, tools, and support to business units operating community grants programs. This role ensures funded programs are targeted, maximise community benefit and are equitable for all stakeholders by applying effective governance and probity.

The Grants Officer must be able to convert grant opportunities into funding for Council objectives, exercise excellent time management, collaboration, continual improvement, negotiation and community building skills; and be confident in representing Council to a broad range of community members.

The key responsibilities include:

Manage the program seeking external grant funding

• Lead and coordinate the development, implementation and evaluation of a comprehensive whole of organisation grant strategy to support Council’s long and short-term objectives, and to maximise grant revenue.
• Identify, research, and inform Business Units of external funding opportunities aligned to the Council’s delivery program and other relevant Council strategies and plans.
• Play a leading role in the research, prioritisation, approvals, development, and reporting for external funding applications, including project business cases and financial planning.
• Enhance relationships with relevant government departments and funding bodies to support advocacy for priority projects and attract funding for Murrindindi Shire.
• Produce and present reports for management, Council and funding bodies on grant programs, including managing a grant register.
• Develop, maintain, and continuously improve systems and processes to ensure appropriate administration of successful grant projects is undertaken, including reporting, financial and acquittal procedures.
• Continually update understanding of key community issues to build into grant strategy, and support community capacity with grant seeking capabilities.

Provide specialist advice and support for outgoing grant programs

• Provide specialist advice for the development, implementation and evaluation of policies, frameworks, processes, tools, and quality assurance for the community grant program owners.
• Provide specialist support for the development of grant guidelines and the operation of grant programs.
• Act as a probity advisor on community grant programs ensuring transparency and consistency of approach.
• Annually review the outgoing grant programs and be a resource for lessons learned and best practices.
• Build community capacity to successfully apply and manage grant funding within Council's community grants program.

What will you bring

• A strong track record of successful funding applications that contribute to agreed strategic goals and the community.
• Significant practical experience in liaising with, influencing and working with a variety of community groups and external organisations.
• Demonstrated sound interpersonal skills and ability to coach, influence and work as part of a team.
• Significant experience with electronic systems, applications and software in particular for the management of multiple and complex projects.
• Demonstrated analytical, conceptual and problem-solving skills with a high degree of initiative and flexibility.
• Deep understanding and skills in project management methodology (preferred, but not mandatory)
• Relevant tertiary qualifications and/or significant practical experience in community development, grant management and / or project management.

What we offer

Murrindindi Shire is situated on Melbourne's peri-urban fringe and encompasses the charming rural townships of Alexandra, Eildon, Kinglake, Marysville and Yea. The Shire benefits from great natural beauty and tourist attractions such as Lake Eildon, picturesque national parks, the Great Victorian Rail Trail and access to Victoria's snowfields. We are located within proximity to Melbourne, a lovely 60 to 90 minute drive from Melbourne, depending on your route.

We offer a supportive flexible work environment within a supportive team along with ongoing professional development and a range of employee benefits designed to promote a positive work/life balance.

How to apply

For more information about the role, please contact Stuart Coller, Manager Community Wellbeing on 03 5772 0333.

Applications should contain a cover letter and resume and address the key selection criteria set out in the Position Description. Please note that applications not addressing the selection criteria may not be considered.

You can submit your application and any accompanying attachments:

• online – you will receive an email notification confirming your submission.
• by email to [email protected]
• or post them to Murrindindi Shire Council, PO Box 138, Alexandra 3714.

Applications close at 11.45 pm on Sunday 15 February 2026.

Conditions of employment are in accordance with the Murrindindi Shire Council’s Enterprise Agreement. It is also a condition of employment that the successful applicant:

• Provides evidence of eligibility to work in Australia.
• Undertakes a Police Check and, where applicable to the role (refer Position Description), provides a current Working with Children Check.
• Is able to travel to different work sites within the Murrindindi Shire, such as providing evidence of a current drivers licence.