Grant Administrator

Auckland Council; Auckland; Hybrid; NZD 60,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

Join a dynamic team as a Grant Writer, where you'll play a vital role in securing funding for various cultural and community initiatives in Auckland. This full-time, 12-month fixed-term position offers the chance to collaborate with key stakeholders, ensuring the successful implementation of grant applications. With a flexible work policy allowing remote work two days a week, you'll thrive in a supportive environment that values professional growth and diversity. Be part of an exciting mission to enrich Auckland's cultural landscape while enjoying exclusive benefits and discounts.

Benefits

Flexible work policy

Exclusive discounts

Partnership benefits

Qualifications

• 3+ years' experience in the fundraising sector.
• Deep understanding of the grant funding process.

Responsibilities

• Identify and craft compelling grant applications.
• Track and report on grant applications and funding.

Skills

Fundraising experience

Grant writing

Relationship building

Attention to detail

Job description

Tātaki Auckland Unlimited is the economic and cultural agency of Tāmaki Makaurau Auckland. We are dedicated to enhancing our region's desirability as a place to live, work, visit, invest, and do business.

Position: Grant Writer

To support our exciting new Commercial team, we are looking for a Grant Writer. This role focuses on identifying available grant opportunities and crafting compelling grant applications in collaboration with internal stakeholders. The Grant Writer is also responsible for overseeing, tracking, and reporting on grant applications and secured funding.

In this role, you will serve as a trusted and proactive advisor to all parts of our business, including Auckland Zoo, New Zealand Maritime Museum, Auckland Art Gallery, Auckland Stadiums, Auckland Live, and our Industry & Investment and Māori Outcomes teams. Your enthusiasm for collaboration, coupled with your ability to foster robust relationships with internal and external stakeholders, will drive the implementation of best practices in grant administration, aligning with our organizational strategic objectives.

To be successful in this role, you will have:

1. Ideally 3+ years' experience in the fundraising sector
2. Established relationships with key funders
3. A deep understanding of the entire grant funding process – research, identification of appropriate funds, writing grant applications, monitoring and tracking funds received, and reporting
4. Excellent writing skills and attention to detail

To understand the full scope of this exciting full-time 12-month fixed-term role, please consult the Position Description by clicking on the link.

Please note, the formal title of this role is Grant Administrator.

Join our new team in an energetic and collaborative setting. Benefit from our flexible work policy, which includes the option to work from home two days a week. Experience professional growth in a supportive environment.

Enjoy exclusive discounts and partnership benefits. See the incredible perks by clicking here.

Be part of Tātaki Auckland Unlimited's mission for a thriving, culturally enriched Auckland.

Apply now and seize this opportunity!

Applications close Tuesday 14th of November at 11.59PM.

Tātaki Auckland Unlimited is an equal opportunity employer (EOE) and we are committed to providing a working environment that embraces and values diversity and inclusion. If you have any support or access requirements, we encourage you to advise us at the time of application to assist you through the recruitment process.

About the company

783 Auckland Council is the local government council for the Auckland Region in New Zealand.