Contribute to a connected, resilient and inclusive community through the administration and delivery of council’s on-demand and bi-annual grant programs.

This part-time, permanent role offers the chance to lead and grow council’s community grants program - directly impacting local groups, artists and services - while working collaboratively across teams and with the broader community to achieve council’s grant program aims.

Key responsibilities

Coordinate and deliver council’s end-to-end community grants program

Lead policy and guideline reviews to improve equity, access and transparency

Manage grant assessment processes and support decision-making panels

Build strong relationships with applicants, stakeholders and internal teams

Promote the grant program through community info sessions and marketing

Support inclusive, place-based approaches to community development

Represent council at community and interagency meetings

About you

Experienced in grant management, community development or related government work

Skilled in developing and evaluating inclusive grant processes and policy

Excellent communicator with strong stakeholder engagement abilities

Confident working independently and collaboratively across teams

Proficient with digital tools and systems (e.g. SmartyGrants, TechnologyOne or similar) (Desirable)

What we offer you

Base salary between $92,004.56 and $102,268.53 pro-rata (dependent on skills and experience) + 13% superannuation

Permanent, part-time (two days per week)

Council offers training to support your professional development and strong career growth, the opportunity to purchase additional leave and a superb work life balance - plus many other benefits.

Apply online

Apply via our careers page: Apply Now - City of Clarence and include a copy of your current resume, together with a 1–2-page cover letter detailing your experience, skills, and suitability for the role.

Applications via SEEK will not be considered. We will only accept applications submitted via Apply Now - City of Clarence.

For a more detailed chat about the position, please call Jane Menzies, Team Leader Community Development on 6217 9773.

Position Description

Download the position description from our careers page: Position-Description-Community-Grants-Officer.pdf.

Council commitment

Council is committed to the safety and wellbeing of children and youth while enabling their participation as valued members of our community.

We have zero tolerance to child or youth abuse and harm, and we prioritise the safety of the children and youth that we interact with in the performance of our roles and report conduct of concern. For further information, please refer to our Safeguarding Children and Youth Policy and Code of Conduct.

To be offered this position you will be required to undertake and satisfactorily complete a rigorous pre-employment assessment including but not limited to, WWVP check, conviction checks, identification checks, and disciplinary action in previous employment.

Council is an equal opportunity employer and a smoke free workplace. Prospective applicants should note that random alcohol and drug testing is a condition of employment at Clarence City Council.

Applications close at 9.00am on Monday, 27 October 2025.