Grants Advisor (Lewisham) (Inner West Council)

Company Overview St Vincent de Paul Society NSW is a leading provider of community support services. We value inclusivity and promote a supportive, values-driven team culture. About the role The Grants Advisor will secure vital funding for programs and services across NSW, coordinating grant submissions and ensuring compliance with internal processes. Responsibilities
- Conduct research to identify suitable grant and funding prospects using a grants management system and CRM.
- Maintain accurate records of grant and submission activities.
- Build a solid understanding of Vinnies programs, services, and locations to align funding opportunities.
- Prepare, write, and submit successful funding applications in a persuasive style.
- Develop and maintain a repository of organisational, capability, and program content to streamline grant writing.
- Follow internal approvals processes, including pre‑submission approvals and ensure adequate review time with managers and stakeholders.
- Contribute to grant acquittals to meet reporting requirements. Qualifications
- Relevant tertiary qualifications in communications, research, writing, or a related field.
- Demonstrated experience writing successful grant submissions and securing grant funding.
- Strong research, writing, and persuasive communication skills.
- Ability to collaborate effectively with a range of internal stakeholders.
- Highly organised, detail‑oriented, and deadline‑driven. Benefits
- Supportive, values-driven team culture.
- Access salary packaging benefits to maximise take‑home pay.
- Learning & Development opportunities.
- Wellbeing support – EAP and wellness services.
- Inclusive workplace with active RAP and DIAP programmes.
- Leave benefits: 5 days "Sorry Business Leave", mental health/wellbeing day off, 16 weeks paid parental leave, and access to cultural and study leave. EEO Statement The St Vincent de Paul Society welcomes people from all backgrounds, ethnicities, cultures, and experiences. We are an equal opportunity employer and are committed to engaging a diverse workforce. We encourage applications from Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples, people with disability, people from diverse cultural and linguistic backgrounds, people who identify as LGBTQIA+, candidates of any or no religious beliefs, and applicants of all ages. If you have a disability, please let us know if you require any support to participate in the application and recruitment process. The Society is committed to being a child-safe organisation. Prior to an offer of employment, candidates will be required to complete the pre‑employment checks including a police check and a working with children check. A health/medical assessment may be required for some roles. #J-18808-Ljbffr Apply on Kit Job: kitjobau.com/job/3rwiaq