Want to make a difference in rural communities across Upper Lachlan Shire?
Want to put your well-developed writing skills to use?
Do you enjoy working with colleagues, stakeholders and community members on projects that provide significant benefit to residents, businesses and visitors?
Then this is the position for you!
Council is seeking an experienced Grants and Project Officer to provide direction and leadership in identifying and securing grant funding, as well as grant administration.
The Perks
- Crookwell Location
- Flexible working arrangements
- Permanent part time role (4 days a week)
- Hourly rate starts at $41.46 + superannuation superannuation (Grade 11 in accordance with Council's Salary System and the Local Government State Award)
The Role
This Dynamic role is an opportunity to influence your local community and help Council source crucial Government funding. You will support the end to end grant process including project support as well as working closely with Council CEO and Executive team.
As Grants and Project Officer, your key accountabilities on a day to day basis are to:
- Identify and source funding opportunities relevant to identified strategies and plans and that support the growth and development of the region.
- Advise and prepare grant applications for the organisation
- Complete grant acquittals within required timeframes.
- Develop grant registration system to monitor and manage externally funded grant status across the organisation.
- Provide advice and guidance to community groups on potential funding opportunities and grant application processes.
*You can check out further details via the PD
About you
We're looking for someone with excellent project management skills, a collaborative mindset and a can-do attitude. Ideally, you'll have a proven track record in securing and administering grant funding, and have tertiary qualifications or extensive experience.
Why Upper Lachlan Shire Council?
Joining Upper Lachlan Shire Council means becoming an integral part of a community-driven organisation. You'll have the chance to contribute to meaningful projects, develop your skills, and grow within a council dedicated to enhancing our community's infrastructure.
If you are ready to take on this impactful role, apply today and be a part of Upper Lachlan Shire Council's commitment to maintaining and enhancing our local community!
Upper Lachlan Shire Council is committed to workplace diversity.
To apply for this job go to: https://upperlachlancareers.com.au/Vacancies & enter ref code: 6828437. Applications close 18 November 2025