Grants Officer

Job Description

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Grants Officer
Location: Yass, NSW
Employment Type: Permanent Full-time 
Job Category: Corporate & Community
Closing Date: 15.3.26

Yass Valley Council are seeking an experienced and motivated Grants Officer to coordinate the grants function of council by supporting staff in the application process, liaising with funding bodies and enabling organisational compliance related to grants including milestone reporting, acquittal, record keeping, and interpretation of requirements set out in the ‘grant agreement’ to inform both internal reporting and statutory financial reporting. The Grants Officer will provide advice, professional guidance and support in relation to government funding opportunities for the organisation, community and business that contribute to the achievement of organisational goals.
 

About the Role
Reporting to the Financial Accountant, the Grants Officer will:

• Identify and inform respective service/function area representatives of Council and community of suitable grants which align to Council’s mission and goals
• Coordinate the preparation, submission, and acquittal of grant applications
• Liaise with internal stakeholders to develop strong, compliant funding proposals
• Maintain grant registers, reporting schedules, and compliance documentation
• Prepare working papers to support statutory financial reporting (including annual financial statements)
• Support Council staff with grant-related advice and best practice processes

About You
To be successful in this role, you will have:

• Experience working within financial management applying standards and compliance requirements or relevant experience in a similar role.
• Contemporary knowledge and demonstrated experience in grant application processes and sourcing and applying for government funding opportunities.
• Demonstrated ability to prioritise work, meet deadlines and manage competing work demands with high attention to detail.
• Demonstrated interpersonal and communication skills, including networking, negotiation, and advisory skills
• Experience in undertaking research, information analysis, and report writing to facilitate planning, decision-making and continuous improvement
• Solid knowledge of and experience using Microsoft Word, Excel and Outlook
• Current Class C Drivers Licence

Why Work with Us

• Meaningful work that delivers real outcomes for the community
• Flexible working arrangements and a supportive team environment
• Opportunities for professional development and career growth
• Competitive salary and conditions under the Local Government (State) Award

Apply Now
If you are ready to make a significant impact on a growing community and enhance your lifestyle, apply now to join the Yass Valley Council team.

Simply upload your resume and a cover letter outlining how you will achieve the key requirements of the role. Answer the pre-employment questions in the online Application Form and you’re done!

Salary range starts at $1,529.90 per week + 12% superannuation (Grade 15 in accordance with Council's Salary System and the Local Government State Award)

For help with your application, contact HR on (02) 6226 9251.
For specific role questions, contact Jason McGuire, Director Chief Financial Officer on (02) 6226 1477

Eligibility Requirements
To apply for this position, 
Applicants must have the right to work in Australia and pass relevant pre-employment checks.

Yass Valley Council is an Equal Employment Opportunity, welcoming applicants from all backgrounds and communities.

Council also recognises the skills and attributes of veterans and welcomes applications from ex-service personnel.