How we look after our employees: 

5 weeks annual leave!!!

Salary packaging up to $15,900 and $2,650 meals and entertainment!!!

Fitness Passport, reduced insurances and many discounts via Perkbox!!!

13 days sick leave!!!

14 weeks maternity leave after 12 months!!!

About the opportunity:

The Grants Officer plays a key role in support of Northcott’s partnerships and fundraising agenda. The position will report to the Partnership Specialist.

Working as part of Northcott’s Partnerships team, the purpose of the Grants Officer position is to help research and write funder proposals that contribute to Northcott meeting our fundraising objective.

Core elements of the position include:

• Management of Northcott calendar of funding opportunities. Identify new grant prospects and manage a pipeline to further develop and grow fundraising income for Northcott’s programs and services.
• Research of funders as needed (e.g. Trusts, Foundations, High Net Worth individuals and government).
• Coordinate the strategy and activity plan for the Club GRANTS to meet income goals.
• Preparation, writing and delivery of successful funder submissions and research and development of compelling case for support material for identified projects
• Report writing and other written communication requirements.
• Record keeping through our Fundraising database. 

Role Requirements:

Funder research:

• Undertake targeted research of potential funders (individuals, PAFs and organisations) to inform Northcott funder level strategy and direction (i.e. type of funder, scale of investment etc.)
• Engage wide-ranging and targeted research from internal and external resources to inform and support the identification and conversion of funder targets.
• Work with Partnerships Manager, Service Managers and Executive to identify suitable services, programs, or new opportunities that require funding. 

Funder submissions and reports and writing:

• Understand Northcott services
• Prepare, write and produce successful funder proposals and grant applications that frame and meet the needs of Northcott funders, applying a persuasive writing style.
• Collaborate with Northcott team in delivering proposals and reports to funder timelines
• Collate, develop and maintain a repository of capability, organisation and service /product content to help build grants and streamline the writing process. 
• Assist in developing donor-focused communication resources like newsletters or social content to assist with stewardship and encourage philanthropy and partnership.
• Other responsibilities as may be required.

Pre-Employment Requirements:

Knowledge:

• Demonstrated knowledge, passion and commitment to working in the non-profit sector
• Understanding of the Australian funder landscape and philanthropic communities

Experience:

• Demonstrated success writing winning grants
• Applied creativity and innovation to proposal development
• Experience in report writing and acquittals
• Proven expertise in stakeholder management
• Previous experience in using CRM (TQ database or Salesforce)

Formal qualifications:

• Degree in relevant field (e.g. Journalism, Arts, Business, Marketing, Communications, Social Sciences) or equivalent work experience

Skills and Ability:

• Highly developed communication skills (especially written communication) to engage and persuade a broad range of stakeholders
• Engage with internal and external stakeholders to shape objectives and outcomes for content development
• Ability to write, edit, and review documents for internal and external audiences
• Proven ability to work successfully in a multi-disciplinary team
• Ability to work productively under pressure
• Strong organisational skills with attention to detail
• Time management and ability to prioritise and meet deadlines
• Strong research and analytical skills
• Flexibility and ability to work on multiple activities concurrently
• Problem solving skills 
• Strong computer skills including Microsoft Office IT (Word, Excel, PowerPoint)

Before applying for a role at Northcott, we encourage you to visit our website to learn more about our mission to ensure our values and culture are a good fit for you: Our Story

Please note: When submitting your application, as well as submitting your resume, attach a cover letter along with your previous written work. Only applicants that submit these documents will be considered. 

When applying internally, Northcott employees are required to notify their Manager and should be aware that their Manager may be asked to endorse their application.