At a Glance
- Tasks: Lead grants management and advocacy for Maitland City Council, shaping impactful community projects.
- Company: Maitland City Council, committed to community development and inclusivity.
- Benefits: Flexible work, generous leave, ongoing training, and a competitive salary package.
- Other info: Join a diverse team dedicated to creating positive change in Maitland.
- Why this job: Make a real difference in the community while advancing your career in a supportive environment.
- Qualifications: Degree in communications or business, with experience in grants and stakeholder engagement.
The predicted salary is between 63000 - 77000 $ per year.
Following some organisational change, we are seeking a dynamic Corporate Grants and Advocacy Lead, who will lead a corporate approach to the grants management and advocacy of Maitland City Council. You will play a pivotal role in shaping and advancing Maitland City Council's advocacy agenda while leading a coordinated approach to grants management across the organisation. Working at the intersection of strategy, partnerships and funding, you will identify and secure significant grant opportunities, champion Council's strategic priorities and help bring transformative projects to life for the Maitland community.
Leading a small team, you'll also drive continuous improvement in Council's grants governance framework, embedding best practice processes, coaching stakeholders and ensuring funding is effectively managed from application through to acquittal. You'll be a trusted advisor, collaborator and advocate, bringing people together to achieve shared outcomes and maximise opportunities for the community.
About you: To be successful in this role, you will hold a degree level qualification in a relevant discipline, such as communications or business, or an equivalent combination of contemporary experience in a role involving grant applications and management, coupled with relevant education and training. You will have experience in working within grants, advocacy or stakeholder engagement with demonstrated experience of turning opportunities into outcomes. You will have exceptional communication and relationship building skills, with experience in navigating complex stakeholder environments and bringing together diverse groups to achieve a common goal. You will be a strategic thinker with the ability to identify funding opportunities, develop compelling submissions and advocate effectively for projects that matter.
Benefits: This is a full-time, permanent role working a 35-hour week, with a base salary range of $110,153 - $122,270 per year + 12% super. Council also offers a range of other benefits for its employees, including:
- Flexible work arrangements
- 14 weeks paid parental leave
- 2 weeks' personal leave & 4 weeks of annual leave
- One extra week of "My Leave" a year (to use how you like!)
- Long Service Leave after five years
- Ongoing training and development
- Fitness Passport
- Healthy Employee Program
Applications close: Sunday 15 November 2026. Only candidates with current Australian work rights (Australian citizens, permanent residents, NZ citizens with a current passport, valid work visa) will be considered.
Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion: Maitland City Council is dedicated to providing a workplace that is inclusive and supportive and is reflective of the diverse community we serve. We support equal opportunities for all employees, and encourage applications from people from all cultures, nationalities, identities, and abilities. We believe all employees have the right to feel valued, respected and heard. If you have any special considerations or accessibility requirements, please let us know in the recruitment process how we are able to meet your needs.
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