Grants and Governance Officer

Elite Executive Pty Ltd; Cairns Regional; Hybrid; AUD 80,000 - 120,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive remuneration

Hybrid working arrangements

Three-year maximum-term contract

Friday half-days

Additional leave and public holidayEnt

Job summary

Elite Executive Pty Ltd, in Far North Queensland, seeks a Grants & Governance Officer to coordinate and administer the Council’s grants portfolio. Reporting to the CEO, you will manage funding applications, reporting requirements and correspondence, ensuring accuracy and timely delivery.

This hands-on, desk-based role requires strong organisation, attention to detail and the ability to juggle deadlines. The role offers a flexible hybrid arrangement (four days at home, one day in the office) and

Qualifications

• Experience in local government is highly beneficial, especially grants, funding or project administration.
• Strong understanding of grant administration, reporting requirements and funding compliance.
• Excellent written communication for engaging senior stakeholders.
• Ability to work to deadlines with high attention to detail.
• Knowledge of Aboriginal communities and culturally respectful engagement.
• Holder of C Class Driver's Licence and ability to obtain Police Clearance.

Responsibilities

• Oversee coordination and administration of the Council's grants portfolio, identifying funding opportunities, monitoring progress and ensuring reporting obligations are met.
• Prepare compelling funding submissions and applications that support Council's operational and community priorities, ensuring accurate documentation and timely delivery.
• Work collaboratively with the CEO and Council Directors to coordinate funding priorities and project requirements.
• Maintain accurate records, track grant progress and ensure relevant stakeholders are kept informed.
• Provide broader governance and administrative support, including policy development and compliance activities where required.

Skills

Grants management

Governance

Stakeholder engagement

Reporting & compliance

Attention to detail

Project administration

Written communication

Cultural awareness

Job description

• Support vital community services and projects through effective grants management
• Attractive salary + superannuation + hybrid working arrangements
• Additional community public holidays and Friday half-days

About the Company

Elite Executive is proud to partner exclusively with a regional Council in Far North Queensland to recruit an experienced Grants & Governance Officer.

Operating within a unique local government environment, the Council plays an important role in delivering essential services, infrastructure and community initiatives. Grant funding is central to supporting these priorities, making effective grants management an important function within the organisation.

About the Role

Reporting directly to the Chief Executive Officer, this position is responsible for coordinating and administering the Council's grants portfolio, ensuring funding applications, reporting requirements and ongoing correspondence are managed accurately and efficiently.

Working closely with the Council’s Directors, you will manage multiple grants simultaneously, monitor funding opportunities, coordinate submissions and support grant reporting, compliance and acquittal processes.

This is a hands-on, predominantly desk-based role requiring strong organisational skills, attention to detail and the ability to manage competing deadlines.

While the position carries a broader governance title, the primary focus is grants management.

The position offers a flexible hybrid working arrangement, with approximately four days working from home and one day per week attending the Council office, providing a balance of autonomy and collaboration with the wider team.

Responsibilities

• Oversee the coordination and administration of Council's grants portfolio, identifying funding opportunities, monitoring progress and ensuring reporting obligations are met.
• Prepare compelling funding submissions and applications that support Council's operational and community priorities, ensuring accurate documentation and timely delivery.
• Work collaboratively with the CEO and Council Directors to coordinate funding priorities and project requirements.
• Maintain accurate records, track grant progress and ensure relevant stakeholders are kept informed.
• Provide broader governance and administrative support, including policy development and compliance activities where required.

Skills and Experience Required

• An organised, proactive professional who demonstrates sound judgement, takes ownership of their responsibilities and has the confidence to guide and support others.
• Previous experience within local government is highly beneficial, ideally involving grants, funding or project administration.
• Sound understanding of grant administration, reporting requirements and funding compliance, with strong attention to detail and the ability to meet deadlines.
• Strong written communication skills, with the ability to engage confidently with senior stakeholders.
• An understanding of Aboriginal communities and a culturally respectful approach to working with diverse stakeholders.
• Current C Class Driver's Licence and the ability to obtain and maintain a Police Clearance.

Benefits

• Competitive remuneration package, based on experience.
• Flexible hybrid working arrangements ideally based in Cairns or local surrounds.
• Three-year maximum-term contract offering stability.
• Attractive working hours, including Friday half-days.
• Additional leave and community public holiday entitlements.
• Opportunity to contribute to meaningful projects and initiatives across a regional community.

At Elite Executive we are committed to creating inclusive workplaces that promote and value diversity and inclusion. We encourage and welcome people from all backgrounds who meet role requirements to apply.

ONLY APPLICANTS WITH THE RIGHT TO WORK IN AUSTRALIA WILL BE CONSIDERED FOR THIS ROLE