Job Description
Make a real difference in your community!
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We're looking for a proactive, community-minded Community Grants Officer to administer Council's community grants program, partnering with local groups to turn great ideas into real outcomes across the Shire.
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Band 6, Permanent Part Time (0.40 FTE)
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$35,000 to $38,000 per annum, pro rata (0.40 FTE), plus superannuation
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Based in Daylesford, with travel to sites across the municipality
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Reports to the Coordinator Healthy Communities
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About Us
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Hepburn Shire Council is a small rural council just 90 kilometres from Melbourne, encompassing the vibrant communities of Daylesford, Creswick, Clunes and Trentham. Join a dedicated team delivering meaningful outcomes for our community every day, with the variety and impact that only local government can offer.
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About the team
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Our Development and Community directorate works closely with local groups and residents to build a healthy, connected and resilient Shire, translating Council's strategic priorities into real outcomes on the ground.
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About the role
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You'll lead the administration of Council's community grants program, guiding applicants through the process, assessing funding applications, and supporting community groups to deliver great outcomes.
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How You'll Make a Difference
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Deliver and continuously improve the community grants program in line with Council's strategic plans.
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Guide community groups through every stage of the grants process.
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Lead transparent, equitable assessment of grant applications.
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Manage grant agreements and the acquittal process, ensuring accurate reporting.
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Monitor, evaluate and report on program performance.
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About you
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Tertiary qualifications in community development, public administration, social science or a related field (or equivalent experience).
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Proven experience delivering community grants or funding programs, ideally in local government.
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Robust understanding of governance, accountability and probity principles.
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Excellent administrative skills, including experience with platforms such as SmartyGrants.
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Ability to work autonomously and manage your own priorities and deadlines.
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Current National Criminal History Check and Working with Children Check (or willingness to obtain).
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What Hepburn can offer you
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Meaningful work that makes a genuine difference to the community
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A supportive, collaborative team environment
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Flexible working arrangements
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Access to Learn@Hepburn for professional development
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Free confidential wellbeing support through our Employee Assistance Program
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Inclusion Statement
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Hepburn Shire Council is committed to creating a safe, inclusive and respectful workplace where everyone feels welcome, valued and supported to succeed. We encourage applications from people of all backgrounds, abilities, experiences, cultures, genders and identities.
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Please note that police checks, reference checks and Working with Children Checks (where required) form part of our recruitment process.
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📌 Community Grants Officer (Victoria)
🏢 Hepburn Shire Council
📍 Victoria