Grants & Governance Officer

Work Initiatives; Cairns Regional; On-site; AUD 70,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

Yarrabah Aboriginal Shire Council is seeking a Grants & Governance Officer to enhance funding opportunities and oversee grant-funded programs, while supporting the CEO with governance duties under the Local Government Act 2009 and regulations.

The role requires strong grant writing and budgeting skills, with a focus on compliance, policy development, and continuous improvement. Experience with Aboriginal communities and robust MS Office proficiency are essential.

Qualifications

• Proven grant writing experience and budget preparation.
• Excellent written and verbal communication tailored to audiences.
• Experience developing and preparing policy documents.
• Commitment to governance, compliance and continuous improvement.
• Strong skills in MS Word, Excel, PowerPoint and Outlook.
• Ability to manage time effectively and meet deadlines.
• Strong interpersonal skills with proactive, solution-focused approach.
• Understanding of Aboriginal culture and ability to work with Aboriginal communities.

Responsibilities

• Maintain registers and databases, ensuring accuracy and accessibility.
• Research, prepare and supply information as required.
• Identify grant opportunities and maximise revenue.
• Administer grants to support timely funding and performance.
• Ensure compliance with Local Government Act 2009, Regulations 2012, and related legislation.
• Provide research and administrative support to the CEO for governance functions.

Skills

Grant writing

Budgeting

Communication

Policy development

Governance compliance

Continuous improvement

MS Office

Time management

Interpersonal skills

Aboriginal culture understanding

Job description

Yarrabah Aboriginal Shire Council is actively seeking a dedicated and experienced Grants & Governance Officer to join our esteemed organization. Situated in the picturesque Yarrabah community, southeast of Cairns, just a 60km or 45-minute drive from Cairns CBD, this role offers a unique opportunity to make a profound impact on both our organization and the vibrant community it serves.

About the Role

The primary responsibility is to enhance the Council's financial resources by effectively identifying external funding opportunities, crafting high-priority funding proposals, and managing the Council's Grant Funded Programs. Additionally, this role plays a vital part in supporting the Chief Executive Officer's governance duties, ensuring strict adherence to the stipulations outlined in the Local Government Act 2009, Local Government Regulations 2012, and other relevant legal mandates.

Key Responsibilities

• Maintain various registers and databases, complying with administrative systems and processes, to ensure that all information is accurate, stored correctly and accessible.
• Research, prepare and supply information as required.
• Identify grant opportunities and maximise revenue.
• Assist in the timely administration of the grants to maintain the Council's excellent performance in attracting competitive funding.
• Ensure council is complying with all legislative requirements as defined by the Local Government Act 2009, Local Government Regulations 2012 and other applicable legislation.
• Provide research and administrative support to the CEO in delivery of governance function of the Council.

Selection Criteria

• Demonstrated experience in successful grant writing and budget preparation.
• Highly developed communication skills (written and verbal) with demonstrated ability to tailor communication to relevant audiences and ability to develop high performing working relationships.
• Demonstrated experience in providing policy development and preparation.
• Demonstrated commitment to excellence in governance and concern for meeting compliance requirements.
• Demonstrated commitment to continuous improvement and a passion for business performance improvement.
• Demonstrated proficient in the use of Microsoft Office - MS Word, Excel, PowerPoint and Outlook.
• Demonstrates proficient time management and organizational skills, effectively prioritizing tasks to meet demanding deadlines.
• Well-developed interpersonal skills with a proactive and solution orientated approach.
• An understanding of aboriginal culture and an ability to work with aboriginal people to achieve outcomes for their community.
• Demonstrated strong understanding of the importance of maintaining confidentiality.

VisitYarrabah Aboriginal Shire Council (https://www.yarrabah.qld.gov.au)to learn more about Yarrabah Aboriginal Shire Council and the community we serve.