The policy and grants advisor is responsible for developing, reviewing and maintaining organisational policies and procedures in line with current legislation, standards and best practice. The position also identifies, prepares and monitors grants aligned to Valmar’s strategic direction and organisational priorities. The role can be based in our Deakin office in Canberra, ACT or Valmar's head office in Tumut, NSW.

Key Responsibilities

· Lead the development, evaluation and review of organisational policies and procedures to ensure they reflect current legislation, standards and best practice.

· Collaborate with all stakeholders to align policy with organisational priorities, including engaging with internal and external stakeholders across the sector.

· Act as a knowledge hub, communicating policy updates internally and externally, and provide policy training and support to staff.

· Manage the Valmar Policy Committee meetings, agenda and action items.

· Conduct research and analysis on current and emerging issues and provides strategic advice to support policy development and anticipate future policy challenges and opportunities.

· Identify new grant opportunities and prepare grant submissions, expressions of interest, funding proposals and correspondence.

· Maintain a grants calendar and monitor application deadlines, deliverables and reporting requirements.

· Work independently or collaboratively in a team environment, contributing to a positive and inclusive workplace and continuous improvement culture.

What You’ll Bring

· Tertiary qualifications in health policy, public health, or related fields, or equivalent experience.

· Appropriate and applicable experience in a similar field.

· Capabilities and strong knowledge of policy management and grants administration in a support services setting.

What We Offer

A supportive and purpose-driven team culture.

Salary packaging options to increase your take-home pay.

Ongoing professional development opportunities.

The chance to influence positive change that impact lives every day.

Is this a Career Opportunity for you to Join Valmar, where your leadership supports independence, inclusion, and care that matters. If you are looking at stepping up your career with a progressive and growing organisation, please apply now with your resume and a statement addressing the criteria.

Interested applicants should visit the Valmar website, www.valmar.com.au/careers.

Refer to the Selection Criteria in the Application Guide, and the guide on How to Write a Statement; download and complete the Application for Employment Form.

Submit the application form with a 2-page statement addressing the Selection Criteria and a recent Resume/CV to:

Brenton Bushby: [email protected]

Applications close: COB Tuesday 16 September 2025.