- Contribute to efforts to end HIV transmission and health inequity
- Full-time contract until 31 December 2028
- Applications close 27 September 2026 at 11:59pm

The Organisation

Health Equity Matters is the peak body for Australia’s community-controlled HIV response. The organisation’s mission is to end HIV transmission and enable the achievement of a full, healthy life for our communities in Australia and across the Indo-Pacific. The organisation collaborates closely with its members to support them in realising their ambitions for their communities.

Our members include national organisations representing people living with HIV, sex workers, people who use drugs, and Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander communities. Our state and territory members are the largest community-controlled providers of healthcare to priority HIV populations and LGBTIQA+ people in Australia. Through policy and advisory, government relations and health promotion, Health Equity Matters fulfils a unique role in lead Australia’s effort to end HIV transmission.

Australia has an impressive track record of responding to HIV. This response has been underpinned by a partnership model spanning community, clinical and research partners, and government. Central to this model is the leadership role of community-controlled HIV organisations. Health Equity Matters and our member organisations have delivered this leadership role across four decades.

Since the early 1990s, we have implemented over AUD60 million in HIV programming in 22 Indo-Pacific countries.

Across this region, we draw on our strengths to enable community leadership on HIV, health and human rights. This work is delivered in partnership with locally led key-population organisations. Our approach is to work with these organisations and our communities where there is an identified need for our expertise and an authorising environment.

About this Role

We are seeking a highly organised and proactive Grants Finance Officer (International) to support the financial and grants management functions of Health Equity Matters’ international programs. This role ensures effective financial oversight, partner compliance, and adherence to donor requirements,



enabling program teams to use funds efficiently and in line with partner agreements.

By strengthening partner financial capacity and supporting solid compliance practices, the Grants Finance Officer plays a key role in supporting the delivery of high-quality programs and improving health outcomes globally.

Key Responsibilities

The Grants Finance Officer will be responsible for:

- Support partner compliance through financial reviews, capacity assessments, and monitoring activities
- Assist with the preparation and monitoring of grant budgets in line with donor and organisational requirements
- Review partner financial reports and supporting documentation, identifying risks or discrepancies
- Support timely and accurate donor financial reporting
- Monitor partner funding disbursements, acquittals, and reconciliations
- Review payment requests, expense claims, and invoices for accuracy and compliance
- Contribute to partner agreements, due diligence processes, and ongoing performance monitoring
- Assist with external audits and donor verification processes
- Maintain accurate financial records and support continuous improvement of finance processes

Selection Criteria

- Minimum of 3 experience in grant finance and budgeting, ideally within NGOs or international/multilateral organisations
- Experience supporting grant allocation and management within international or humanitarian programs
- Understanding of donor requirements, financial compliance, and reporting (or strong ability to quickly build this knowledge)
- Strong attention to detail with excellent organisational and time management skills
- Advanced Excel and financial systems capability
- Excellent written and verbal communication skills
- Experience working remotely and collaborating across multiple time zones




- Strong interpersonal and teamwork skills in fast-paced environments
- Ability to prioritise, take initiative, and manage competing demands independently
- Alignment with Health Equity Matters’ values and a commitment to working with the communities we serve

Highly Desirable

- Willingness to undertake occasional domestic and international travel
- Hold a current and valid passport

Additional Details

- Ability and willingness to undertake limited domestic and international travel as required.
- Willingness to undergo pre-employment checks

How to Apply

- A cover letter (max 2 pages) addressing the selection criteria
- A current CV (max 3 pages)

NEW TO THE HIV SECTOR? – THAT’S OK!

We recognise that formal qualifications or sector experience aren’t the only indicators of someone’s ability to succeed in this role. If you’re unsure whether your experience fits, we still encourage you to apply.

Applications are preferred to be submitted via the online application portal. If you are unable to apply online, please contact us by phone or email to discuss alternative application arrangements. Please note that this position is limited to applicants who are currently based in Sydney. For enquiries regarding the role or recruitment process, please contact Edzelyn Baduya-Zabala at [email protected].

Applications close 27 September 2026 at 11:59pm

Health Equity Matters is an equal opportunity organisation. We value inclusion, diversity and gender equality. People from LGBTIQA+ communities, people with HIV, people with disabilities, and Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people are strongly encouraged to apply.

In line with our Recruitment and Selection Policy and Procedure, candidates being considered for employment may be required to undergo pre-employment checks, including a National Police Check and Terrorism Check. Appointment is contingent on the satisfactory completion of all integrity checks.

Health Equity Matters acknowledges and pays respect to Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people as traditional custodians of the land on which we work.

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