ACCCN Government and Partnerships Coordinator (Virtual)

Australian College of Critical Care Nurses Ltd; Banora Point; Remote; AUD 70,000 - 95,000; Full time

Job summary

The Australian College of Critical Care Nurses Ltd – Banora Point NSW is seeking a Government & Partnerships Coordinator to work in a virtual National Office. The role provides coordination, grant writing and administrative support to strengthen ACCCN's relationships with government, strategic partners, funding bodies, charitable organisations and other external stakeholders.

Working closely with the CEO and National Operations Manager, the role coordinates stakeholder engagement activities,

Qualifications

• Demonstrated experience supporting stakeholder engagement, advocacy, partnerships or funding initiatives.
• Experience in government relations, stakeholder engagement, project coordination or administration.
• Strong written communication skills and grant-writing experience.
• Ability to research and analyse government policy and funding opportunities.
• Proven ability to coordinate projects, partnerships and reporting.
• Excellent organisational skills and attention to detail.

Responsibilities

• Monitor and analyse government policy and grant opportunities and advise on implications for ACCCN and the critical care nursing profession
• Develop and maintain stakeholder mapping identifying key government decision-makers and influencers
• Support advocacy priorities and government engagement activities
• Attend and support ACCCN representation at consultations, forums and stakeholder meetings as delegated
• Prepare meeting materials and correspondence for ACCCN representatives
• Coordinate input and expertise to develop government and consultation submissions
• Coordinate and prepare grant applications and supporting documentation in consultation with relevant ACCCN staff and representatives
• Manage reporting, evaluation and acquittal requirements of successful grants
• Identify and map potential partnerships, charitable and philanthropic opportunities and contribute to the development and implementation of partnership frameworks aligned with ACCCN's strategic priorities
• Provide secretariat support to relevant meetings and committees, including scheduling meetings and preparing agendas and meeting papers

Job description

ACCCN Government and Partnerships Coordinator (Virtual)

Australian College of Critical Care Nurses Ltd – Banora Point NSW

The Australian College of Critical Care Nurses (ACCCN) Government & Partnerships Coordinator will work in a virtual National Office and provide coordination, grant writing and administrative support to strengthen ACCCN's relationships with government, strategic partners, funding bodies, charitable organisations and other external stakeholders. Working closely with the CEO and National Operations Manager, the role coordinates stakeholder engagement activities, funding opportunities, partnership initiatives and related administrative processes to support ACCCN's strategic objectives.

Key responsibilities

Monitor and analyse government policy and program developments and grant opportunities and advise on implications for ACCCN and the critical care nursing profession

Develop and maintain stakeholder mapping identifying key government decision-makers and influencers

Support the development and implementation of ACCCN advocacy priorities and government engagement activities

Attend and support ACCCN representation at relevant consultations, forums and stakeholder meetings as delegated

Prepare meeting materials and correspondence for ACCCN representatives

Coordinate input and expertise to develop government and consultation submissions

Coordinate and prepare grant applications and supporting documentation in consultation with relevant ACCCN staff and representatives

Manage reporting, evaluation and acquittal requirements of successful grants

Identify and map potential partnerships, charitable and philanthropic opportunities and contribute to the development and implementation of partnership frameworks aligned with ACCCN's strategic priorities

Provide secretariat support to relevant meetings and committees, including scheduling meetings and preparing agendas and meeting papers

About you

Demonstrated experience supporting stakeholder engagement, advocacy, partnerships or funding initiatives, including collaboration with a diverse range of stakeholders

Demonstrated experience in government relations, stakeholder engagement, project coordination, executive support or administration with the ability to manage multiple priorities and deliver outcomes within competing deadlines

Highly developed written communication skills, including experience preparing grant applications, funding proposals, briefing papers, submissions, reports and professional correspondence

Demonstrated ability to research, analyse and synthesise information, including government policy, funding opportunities and stakeholder requirements, to support organisational objectives

Proven ability to coordinate projects, partnerships and stakeholder activities, including tracking actions, milestones and reporting requirements through to completion

Demonstrated organisational skills and attention to detail, including maintaining accurate records, registers, action logs and reporting schedules

Proficiency in Microsoft Office applications and experience using databases, CRM systems and other digital platforms to manage information and stakeholder engagement

Relevant tertiary qualifications in public policy, communications, business, health project management or a related discipline.

Experience working with government departments, elected representatives, corporate partners, funding bodies, charitable organisations or philanthropic trusts.

Exposure to public policy, advocacy or consultation processes including stakeholder engagement and submission development.

Understanding of grant management processes, including application development, reporting, monitoring and acquittal requirements.

Knowledge of the Australian healthcare, nursing or professional association sector.