Tenure: Part time / permanent
FTE: 22.8 hours per week (Monday, Tuesday and Thursday)
n Location: Echuca
n Remuneration: $49.17 to $53.60 per hour + superannuation & leave loading
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Council is seeking a Grants Acquisition Officer to work collaboratively with internal and external stakeholders to identify, develop and secure grant funding opportunities that support Council’s strategic priorities, advocacy objectives and long-term financial sustainability.
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About the Role
n The Grants Acquisition Officer responsibilities include, but are not limited to:
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- Identify, promote and coordinate grant funding opportunities that align with Council’s strategic priorities, advocacy objectives and financial plans.
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- Manage the grants application process, including tracking progress, ensuring compliance with funding requirements, and coordinating acquittals and reporting.
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- Collaborate with operational teams and subject matter experts to research, develop and submit high-quality grant, funding and award applications.
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- Maintain grant registers and provide oversight of grant-related activities across the organisation.
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- Support the delivery of major Council projects through the preparation of funding submissions,
reports and supporting documentation.
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- Contribute to the continuous improvement of grant frameworks, policies and processes to maximise funding success.
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- Coordinate Letters of Support and other grant-related correspondence for community groups and external stakeholders.
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About You
n To be successful in this role, you will have:
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- Degree or Diploma in a related field with relevant experience or lesser formal qualification with substantial experience or extensive relevant experience in the field.
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- Significant experience in writing grant submissions.
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- Strong computer skills and competency using Microsoft products with the ability to adapt quickly to other software programs.
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- A valid Driver’s Licence.
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- A valid Victorian Employee Working with Children Check.
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- Satisfactory National Police Check (or willingness to obtain).
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What’s in it for you:
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- Be part of a highly skilled, experienced, and supportive team.
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- Adaptable work arrangements available.
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- Salary sacrifice options.
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Applications close at 11:59 pm on Sunday, 11 October 2026.