Support grant programs that deliver real community outcomes
- Be part of a team driving high-quality, compliant funding processes
- Salary ranges from $102,936 to $113,579 + super & leave loading.
- Temporary full-time opportunity to 30 June 2027, based at Sydney Olympic Park. Flexible work arrangements will be considered.
About the role
The Grants Officer supports the delivery of grant programs by providing advice and administrative support across funding processes, policies and procedures. It helps ensure grant programs are managed in a way that is accurate, consistent and transparent, while contributing to broader program outcomes.
Working in a fast-paced environment, the role manages competing priorities and a high volume of work. It involves responding to stakeholder enquiries, maintaining accurate records, supporting compliance and governance requirements, and contributing to reporting, research and continuous improvement
For more information read the full Role Description: Role description - Grants Officer
About you
You are organised, detail-oriented and customer-focused, with the ability to manage competing priorities while delivering accurate and timely outcomes. You communicate clearly, act with integrity, and contribute positively to team outcomes while maintaining high standards of compliance and service.
- Demonstrated experience providing clear and accurate advice to stakeholders on processes, policies and requirements
- Excellent written and verbal communication skills, with a proven ability to convey information clearly in plain English
- Excellent attention to detail, with proven experience maintaining accurate records, data and documentation
- Demonstrated commitment to integrity and professionalism when handling sensitive or complex matters
- Proficiency in supporting compliance, governance and audit requirements within established policy frameworks
- Strong analytical skills, with demonstrated experience preparing reports, briefings and contributing to continuous improvement initiatives
- Excellent customer service skills, with proven ability to manage stakeholder expectations and deliver practical solutions
Essential requirements
To be eligible to apply for this position, you must be an Australian or New Zealand citizen or permanent resident or hold a valid Australian working Visa for the duration of the appointment. Any offer of employment will be subject to a satisfactory National Police Check
Should you require further information about the role please contact Team Leader Grant Programs, Kate Pulbrook via email:
[email protected]
About us
The Office of Sport is the lead NSW Government agency for sport and active recreation. We offer a career with purpose and work that makes a difference. Delivering on our purpose of ‘Everyone Plays Here’, we are a unique workplace, where no two days are the same!
Our work is spread across NSW, with ten Sport and Recreation Centres, five Olympic Sport Venues and offices throughout the state. We provide leadership, policies, programs, funding and infrastructure to enable participation in sport and active recreation. Our work makes a difference – improving health outcomes, connecting communities and making a stronger NSW.
Our team members are collaborative, creative, hardworking and innovative, brought together by a common goal of ensuring sport and active recreation is accessible for all people in NSW.
How to apply?
For your online application to be considered it must include:
- A cover letter outlining your interest and suitability for the role (maximum 2 pages)
- An up-to-date CV outlining experience, skills & achievements relevant to this role (maximum 5 pages)
- As part of the online application process, you will be prompted to answer two targeted questions:
- What experience do you have using grant administration systems? Please outline the platforms you have worked with and how you used them to manage grant processes.
- Describe your experience managing grants across the full lifecycle, from application through to assessment, contracting, monitoring, and acquittal.
It is recommended that you use the STAR approach to ensure your response to these questions is comprehensive.
The Office of Sport undertakes employment screening for all prospective employees to ensure thorough, fair and consistent recruitment practices. Screening may include National Criminal Record Checks, Working with Children Checks (for relevant roles), service and conduct checks, referee checks, right‑to‑work verification, conflict‑of‑interest declarations, and pre‑employment health assessments.
You can view the full Employment Screening Policy and Procedure here
Link for non OoS employees to view policy - Employment Screening Policy and Procedure
Applications close: 11:55 pm Sunday 21 June 2026
What’s in it for you?
The Office of Sport offers you the opportunity to make a direct, shared contribution and difference to sport and recreation in NSW and have a positive impact on quality of life of our clients. We offer a family-friendly and flexible working environment, competitive salaries, and generous leave entitlements. Our benefits include salary packaging, access to the Fitness Passport, the Employee Assistance Program.
Inclusion is a huge focus for the Office, internally and externally. In addition to actively promoting employment for women, people with disabilities, Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islanders, LGBTIQA+ individuals, and those from culturally and linguistically diverse backgrounds, we are also committed to increasing opportunities for everyone to participate in sport and active recreation. We are an inclusive and accessible workplace, where your individual contributions are valued, and where everyone is encouraged to feel a sense of connection and belonging.
We want you to bring your best self to this recruitment process. If you feel you may require any adjustments or assistance during the recruitment process, please reach out to the Talent Acquisition Team via
[email protected]
A talent pool may be created for ongoing and temporary opportunities of the same role or role type that may become available over the next 18 months.
