Monday or Wednesday (one day per week / hours are flexible)
Primary Objective The Grant and Research Assistant Volunteer will support the Head of Development in identifying funding opportunities, conducting research and assisting with the preparation of grant applications to support Inclusion Melbourne's programs and services.
This role will contribute to the organisation's fundraising and development activities by researching potential funding sources, maintaining accurate grant records and providing administrative assistance throughout the grant application process.
The position provides an prospect to develop practical skills in research, grant writing, fundraising and the not-for-profit sector while contributing to initiatives that improve the lives of people with disabilities.
About the Organisation
Inclusion Melbourne is a uniquely innovative organisation that supports people with cognitive and intellectual disabilities and people in the community who are socially isolated.
At Inclusion Melbourne, we have a vision for people with disabilities and those who are socially isolated, sharing the benefits of living in and contributing to the broader community. We want to give people the opportunity to realise their potential, build long-term freely given relationships and be welcomed as equal and respected citizens
Role Responsibilities
Grant Research and Support:
- Assist the Head of Development in researching potential grant and funding opportunities relevant to Inclusion Melbourne's programs and services.
- Support the identification of suitable funding opportunities by gathering information about eligibility criteria, application requirements and deadlines.
- Assist with the maintenance of an up-to-date register of potential grants and funding opportunities
- Undertake basic research tasks related to funding opportunities, community needs and the disability sector, as directed.
Grant Application Assistance:
- Provide administrative support with the preparation of grant applications under the guidance of the Head of Development.
- Assist with gathering supporting documents for applications
- Provide proofreading, formatting and reviewing grant related documents where required
Administration and Record Keeping:
- Assist with maintaining accurate records of grant opportunities, applications and relevant documentation.
- Support basic data entry and updates to grant tracking spreadsheets and databases.
- Assist with general administrative tasks, where appropriate.
Key Selection Criteria
Essential:
- Strong organisational and time management skills.
- Strong written and verbal communication skills.
- Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite.
- Ability to work independently and as part of a team.
- Attention to detail and accuracy.
- Awareness of, and sensitivity towards, people with disabilities
- Ethical and respectful behaviour and interactions at all times
- Respectful at all times of privacy and confidential information
- Flexibility
Desirable:
- Experience in an administrative role or volunteering
- Experience drafting and writing grant applications
- Familiarity with SharePoint and Canva
- Enthusiasm for improving the lives of the people we support
Other Conditions:
Volunteers must:
- Successfully complete a NDIS Workers Screening Check
- If you have lived outside Australia over the age of 16, complete a Statutory Declaration regarding criminal convictions
- Commit to the Inclusion Melbourne Code of Conduct and relevant policies such as Occupational Health and Safety standards and Acceptable Use of IT.
- Work from the Inclusion Melbourne office
- Inform staff of any changes in ability to volunteer
- Provide notice when concluding their role.
NB.
Inclusion
Melbourne’s public liability and personal accident insurance covers volunteers during authorised activities