Part Time (0.8 FTE), Fixed Term (2 Years)
- Play a key role in strengthening grant governance and compliance across Darebin City Council
- Support high-impact projects and services by helping secure and manage external funding opportunities
- Build organisational capability and influence grant practices across a diverse and dynamic organisation
Shape the success of externally funded projects that make a real difference in our community.
We're building Darebin's future, and we're looking for great people to join us.
As part of our organisational redesign, we're introducing new roles that support Darebin's future focus and priorities.
About the role
This newly established role will help strengthen Darebin's grant governance, compliance and funding capability. Working across the organisation, you'll provide expert advice and practical support to ensure externally funded projects are delivered in line with funding agreements, reporting requirements and governance standards.
You'll also play an important role in identifying funding opportunities and supporting competitive grant applications that help deliver Council priorities and community outcomes.
You will:
- Build and maintain robust grant compliance systems, ensuring reporting, acquittal and funding obligations are met accurately and on time.
- Partner with project managers, business units and finance teams to support compliant delivery of externally funded projects.
- Identify and communicate funding opportunities and coordinate support for high-quality grant applications.
- Strengthen organisational capability by developing resources, guidance materials, templates and training that improve grant management practices.
- Monitor grant performance, identify compliance risks and recommend process improvements that enhance governance, assurance and accountability.
About you
You are a detail-oriented and collaborative professional who enjoys working across teams to achieve strong governance and funding outcomes. You can confidently interpret requirements, manage competing priorities and provide practical advice that helps others succeed.
You will bring:
- Experience in grants administration, compliance, governance or a similarly regulated environment.
- Demonstrated ability to manage reporting obligations, maintain registers and coordinate multiple deadlines.
- Experience identifying funding opportunities and supporting the development of grant applications.
- Strong analytical skills, with the ability to interpret funding agreements, policies and compliance requirements.
- Excellent communication and stakeholder engagement skills, with a customer-focused and service-oriented approach.
Why this role?
This is an opportunity to help shape and embed best-practice grant management across the organisation while supporting projects that deliver meaningful benefits for the Darebin community.
You'll gain exposure to a broad range of Council initiatives, work with stakeholders across the organisation and contribute to building a stronger, more strategic approach to external funding.
Why Darebin?
Darebin City Council is committed to equity, diversity and inclusion. We proudly serve one of the most diverse communities in Victoria, and we know that a diverse workforce strengthens our ability to deliver meaningful outcomes.
We offer:
- A supportive team environment
- Opportunities for professional development and career growth
- A workplace that values collaboration, integrity, respect and creativity
- The chance to make a real difference
How to Apply
To apply, please submit your application including a Cover Letter and Resume. If you wish to address the Key Selection Criteria in the Position Description, you may do so in your cover letter.
Applications close on 11 August 2026.
Applications will be reviewed during the advertising period, so if you're interested in this opportunity, we encourage you to submit your application as early as possible.
For a confidential discussion about the role and the opportunity, contact Michele Burton, Coordinator Partnerships, on +613 8470 8258 or email
[email protected].
Should you need reasonable adjustments to our recruitment process to support your accessibility needs, please get in contact with us and advise how we can best support you.
Pre-employment Checks
Darebin is committed to providing a safe working environment that embraces and values child safety, and thorough safety screening processes apply.
To work at Darebin City Council, you will be required to supply proof of work rights, a Victorian Employee Working with Children Check and comply with Child Safety standards. All employees are required to undertake an Australian Criminal History Check and may be required to complete a Functional Health Assessment.
