The Grants & Fundraising Co-ordinator performs a key role in coordinating all aspects of the organisation’s grant processes and activities. Additionally, a focus on fundraising allows this role to draw on current networks to develop and implement the bequest/fundraising program for Inclusion Melbourne.  

We are seeking an experienced Grants and Fundraising Co-ordinator in a part time capacity (0.6) to join our small, yet dynamic team based in Armadale. 

This role will work closely with the Head of Policy, Research and Advocacy to build, maintain, and grow relationships with funders, government, philanthropic bodies and donors as required. 

• Excellent communication skills, including the ability to write, plan, prepare and deliver submission documents according to grant guidelines; 

• Sound knowledge of the disability and philanthropic sectors;  

• High level of interpersonal skills and demonstrated success in working effectively with a diverse range of people, including philanthropic groups and donors, project partners, community, business, and government stakeholders;  

• A relevant degree with relevant experience or other formal qualifications with specialist skills sufficient to perform the role, such as experience in submission writing, submission sourcing, pipeline development and planning, project management and communications; 

• Current driver’s license and access to a roadworthy insured vehicle.   

• An opportunity to contribute to substantial social and systemic change for Australians with disability through directly supporting targeted innovative research and development projects; 

• Professional development training and a chance to attend a wide range of disability, philanthropic, academic and human rights conferences and events; 

• 0.6 FTE (3 days per week) position with potential for additional hours; 

• Salary based on the SCHADs Award, Level 4 PayPoint 1-3 $43.08 – $45.34, per hour. Rate of pay will be based on relevant qualifications and experience;   

• Opportunities for progression;   

• Generous salary packaging benefits reduce your taxable income, to increase your take home pay;   

• Employee benefits and discount membership, to save on retail and leisure;   

• Supportive workplace promoting positive culture, wellbeing and access to a qualified mental health first aider and Employee Assistance Program;   

• Ongoing professional development and training opportunities;   

• 22.4 hours per week, position based in Armadale, Victoria with potential for additional hours; 

• Monday mandatory in office, other days in office and or hybrid as agreed and negotiated with the preferred candidate 

Applications  

Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted.  

Inclusion Melbourne is committed to maintaining a diverse workforce that reflects the diverse needs of the people we support.  Inclusion Melbourne is an equal opportunity employer and encourages applications from people with a disability, and from culturally and linguistically diverse backgrounds including Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islanders, and the LGBTIQ community  

Safety Requirements  

Safety Screening  

Inclusion Melbourne’s recruitment procedures reflect our commitment to the safety of the people we support.  You must have a NDIS worker screening clearance check before commencing work.  You will also be required to undertake the NDIS Quality and Safeguards Commission’s free online Worker Orientation Module prior to commencing.  

COVID-19 Vaccination 

As a part of Inclusion Melbourne’s ongoing commitment to the health and well-being of our clients, staff, volunteers and the community, Inclusion Melbourne requires successful candidates to fulfil the COVID-19 vaccination requirements as assessed appropriate for the role. 

Grants and Fundraiser Coordinator Position description

Nathan despott – Manager, Policy and Projects

Email: nathan.despott@inclusion.melbourne

22.8 hours per week (0.6 FTE) 

Allocation of hours across the week is flexible.