The Boroondara Volunteer Resource Centre is advertising this role on behalf of Empowering Community Growth Ltd (ECG).

About the Role   

• Identifying appropriate grant opportunities for ECG
• Developing and writing grant proposals to foundations and other grant-making organisations
• Assembling and submitting grant requests
• Establishing and maintaining personal contact and relationships with foundation contacts and program officers
• Maintaining a calendar to ensure timely submission of letters of inquiry, proposal deadlines, and reports
• Prioritising projects to keep multiple projects moving promptly and meet deadlines
• Keep donor information up to date  
• Send DGR receipts and send thank-you notes
• Help write and manage grant applications
• Build strong relationships with supporters and donors
• Work closely with a dedicated and friendly team

About You

• Detail-oriented and reliable
• Able to manage several tasks and meet deadlines
• Passionate about making a difference in developing communities
• Positive attitude and great with people
• Previous experience and knowledge of the fundraising and grant writing process
• Ability to establish and maintain personal contact and relationships with contacts and program officers
• Excellent and persuasive written communication skills with the ability to accept a brief and produce inspirational effective submissions
• Ability to research prospects
• Knowledge of supporter relationship management
• An understanding of budgets as they relate to proposals and grants
• Excellent time management, organisational and planning skills.

The ideal candidate is a committed individual who embraces our mission and values. They will work closely with the Directors to maximize the financial sustainability of ECG.

Time required: Approx 8 hrs/week

Join us and play a key role in building skills for small enterprises in developing areas.