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Are you an experienced professional with a passion for policy development and grant management? Do you thrive in a leadership role, guiding teams and influencing strategic decisions? Join our Federal Governmenr client an EL1 Grants Policy Officer and play a key role in ensuring the effective administration of grants that support vital public initiatives!

About the Role

Reporting to the Director of Procurement and Grants, the EL1 Grants Policy Officer is responsible for providing specialist advice and support on grant policies and processes to departmental staff. This pivotal role offers an opportunity to lead a small team and shape the strategic direction of grant administration within the department.

Duties and Responsibilities

As the EL1 Grants Policy Officer, your key responsibilities will include:

• Providing leadership and mentoring to a small team of professionals.
• Offering strategic advice and strategies to ensure compliance with Commonwealth Grant obligations.
• Delivering routine specialist grant policy advice and guidance to various business areas.
• Preparing routine and ad hoc reports on grant matters, including non-compliance.
• Participating in external forums and consultative groups to represent the department.
• Managing the Grants Policy Inbox to ensure timely and effective communication.
• Overseeing the administration of new and existing grants in Grant Connect and internal systems.
• Building and maintaining networks and relationships with the Community Grants Hub, Business Grants Hub, and Department of Finance.

Skills and Capabilities

We are seeking candidates who demonstrate:

• The ability to work effectively under pressure, prioritize tasks, and meet tight deadlines.
• Resilience and a proactive approach to dealing with uncertainty and change.
• Strong interpersonal skills for effective communication and relationship building.
• Exceptional strategic and problem-solving skills.
• A collaborative approach to leading and supporting a team in a dynamic environment.

Qualifications and Experience

Essential:

• Extensive knowledge and experience in Australian Government grant practices, with a thorough understanding of related policies.
• A strong grasp of the Public Governance, Performance and Accountability Act 2013 and the Commonwealth Grants Rules and Guidelines (CGRGs).
• Proven ability to provide grant administration support in accordance with CGRGs.
• Well-developed oral, written, and interpersonal skills, with the capacity to engage a diverse range of stakeholders.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving abilities, coupled with experience in team leadership and mentoring.

Desirable:

• Experience in grants administration or collaboration with the Community or Business Grant Hubs under the Streamlining Government Grants Administration (SGGA) program.

On offer is a 12 month non-ongoing opportunity. $120,636 - $133,328 + 15.4 % super

To submit your application, please apply online using the appropriate link below. Alternatively, for a confidential discussion, please contact Sian Foster in our Canberra office on 02) 5110 2305, quoting Ref No 239618.