27 Nov
Balonne Shire Council
Saint George
About Balonne Shire:
The Balonne Shire is located along the beautiful Balonne River, just five hours' drive west of Brisbane on the QLD-NSW border. Balonne Shire Council has a dedicated team of 110+ staff and population of 4,500 people who live in the surrounding towns of St George, Thallon, Dirranbandi, Bollon, Nindigully, Mungindi and Hebel.
About the Position:
The Grants & Executive Support Officer is responsible for the overall application, management and acquittal of all grant funding programs on behalf of Council for all projects approved under the Grant Policy and Project Governance Framework.
To source and facilitate successful funding and grant applications for the provision of Council services and local community projects. Build the capacity of both Council and the wider community to successfully achieve grant funding. To ensure all milestone reports and acquittals are achieved in accordance with grant funding agreements.
In addition, this position provides general executive and administrative assistance to the Director Finance & Corporate Services, including diary coordination, document preparation, meeting scheduling and correspondence management.
Click here to view the Position Description
About you:
- Competent project management skills including ability to assist senior officers with project planning and reporting
- Demonstrable ability to interpret and apply policies, procedures and legislative requirements
- Excellent organisational skills and ability to manage competing priorities, maintain confidentiality, and exercise sound judgement
- Proficiency using the Microsoft Office suite
- Excellent research skills and advanced skills in written communication/letter writing/report writing/submission writing
- Sound knowledge or the ability to acquire the knowledge of:
- Funding programs available through state and federal programs as well as philanthropic trusts
- Administrative systems and practices relevant to the preparation of funding submissions and the administration of grants programs
What we offer:
This is a full time, permanent position, salary cash component – Level 3 - $73,655 per annum.
- Locality allowance of $1,945 per annum
- 19-day month, RDO arrangement
- 5 weeks annual leave
- 15 days sick leave
- Potential to salary sacrifice
- Access to free and confidential Employee Assistance Programs
How to apply:
Click here to view our website to download the Application Pack
All applications must be include the following as listed in the Application Pack.
- A completed Application for Employment Form
- Cover letter
- Resume
- Responses to the selection criteria – found under Position Requirements within the Position Description
Applications close 5pm, Sunday 14 December 2025.
For further information, please visit our website listed above or phone Tracey Lee on 4620 8888.
📌 Grants and Executive Support Officer (Saint George)
🏢 Balonne Shire Council
📍 Saint George
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