Nowra, New South Wales
Full-time
Description
* Permanent / Full Time
* Salary: $105,927 - $120,707 gross p.a. plus 12% Super
* 35 hours per week (Monday to Friday) with the option of flexitime
* Located at the Nowra Administration Building, Bridge Road, Nowra
* Applications close Sunday, 10 May 2026 (at midnight)
About The Role
The Grants Officer plays a key role in maximising external funding opportunities by proactively identifying, coordinating and responding to Federal and State government grant programs. Working closely with internal and external stakeholders, the role aligns funding opportunities with strategic infrastructure priorities while supporting the Enterprise Project Management Office to strengthen project readiness, quality and delivery outcomes.
Key Responsibilities Of This Role Include
* Gain and maintain extensive insight into Federal and State government funding programs and opportunities aimed at driving economic growth and/or assisting Council in achieving outcomes within Council's strategic priorities.
* Act as a key contact and liaison for internal, government and political stakeholders in relation to funding opportunities and the progression of applications.
* Gain and maintain knowledge of Council's key infrastructure priorities, including relevant strategic plans and/or master plans, and identify potential funding opportunities. Develop and maintain a corporate database/register of potential projects for funding.
* Work with relevant Managers across Council to develop strategically aligned funding opportunities and ensure projects are "shovel‐ready" and eligible for potential grant funding opportunities.
* Coordinate input to grant and subsidy applications from both internal and external sources and prepare high‐quality submissions to maximise opportunities to obtain external funding, including identifying and proposing solutions to address risks to applications.
* Monitor and report on grant and subsidy outcomes, including maintaining appropriate systems for tracking applications, reporting and acquittals, and providing regular updates to the Executive and senior leadership teams.
About You
* Degree Qualification in Business, Finance, Marketing, Communication or other relevant qualification or equivalent experience.
* Demonstrated high level experience in the grant funding process including developing successful funding submissions (including developing business case), research, analysis and acquittals.
* Class C Driver's Licence
* Proof of right to work in Australia
This role is suited to a highly organised and analytical professional with demonstrated experience across the grant funding lifecycle, including researching funding opportunities, developing strong business cases and submissions, and managing reporting and acquittals. The successful candidate will have a relevant qualification or equivalent experience, strong written communication skills, and the ability to work collaboratively with a wide range of stakeholders to deliver outcomes aligned with Council's strategic priorities.
Benefits Include
* Generous leave entitlements
* Long Service Leave after 5 years
* Option of flexitime for indoor staff
* 9-day fortnight for outdoor staff
* Flexible and remote working arrangements
* Novated lease arrangements available
* Opportunities for professional development and training
* Corporate wellbeing programmes, including Fitness Passport and Employee Assistance Program (EAP), discounted health insurance
* Conditions apply as per the Local Government State award, and Council policies
Shoalhaven City Council is committed to creating a workplace that reflects our diverse community. We welcome applicants of all ages, abilities, and backgrounds, including Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples, veterans, people with a disability, culturally diverse individuals, and LGBTQIA+ community members. We ensure equitable recruitment practices, and applicants with disability can request reasonable adjustments. As a Child Safe Organisation, we uphold the rights and safety of all children and young people.
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