Manager, Grants
Federation University Australia
Posted 8 days ago
- Engagement and Co-op - Ballarat, Berwick or Gippsland Campus
- Full-time, continuing appointment
- HEW 8 - $117,300 p.a. plus up to 17% superannuation
About the role
You will research a range of grant and revenue opportunities across all tiers of government, philanthropic trusts and foundations, business and individuals, both domestically and internationally. In addition, you will develop high-quality grant submissions, monitor and track progress, and keep abreast of emerging opportunities within the sector.
You will:
- establish and maintain personal contact and relationships with funding contacts and program officers, ensuring a complete understanding of the program;
- prepare, write and produce high quality funding proposals that frame and meet the needs of the Foundation;
- develop proposals that influence and support funders to effectively apply their investments in the University sector; and
- track and coordinate the University's participation in ongoing funding opportunities.
About you
You will have demonstrated ability to undertake research, and to write clearly and persuasively. You will utilise your initiative, exercise independent judgement and make decisions, whilst maintaining confidentiality and handle sensitive matters diplomatically and discreetly.
You will possess:
- demonstrated interpersonal and communication skills;
- proven ability to develop strong relationships across a wide variety of stakeholders;
- excellent written and verbal communication skills; and
- demonstrated ability to secure new funding opportunities.
All University positions must hold a valid Employer Working with Children Check (WWCC).
Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people are encouraged to apply.
How to apply
Please apply by Sunday, 23 August 2026
Applicants are required to submit a resume and response to the key selection criteria.
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About Federation University Australia
As Australia’s leading regional university, the desire to transform lives, enhance communities and build a strong and sustainable university informs everything we do.
We became Federation University Australia in 2014 – a new entity bringing together almost 150 years of history making us as one of the oldest universities in Australia.
We have campuses in Victoria across Ballarat, Berwick, Gippsland and the Wimmera, as well as vocational and trade education at our Victorian TAFE campuses.
We are a diverse community with over 18,500 domestic and international students, 1,650 staff and 118,000 alumni across Australia and the world.