Grants and Tender Writer

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Detail information about job Grants and Tender Writer. Terms and conditions vacancy

As the dementia experts, Alzheimer’s WA works with clients, their families and other organisations to have the greatest impact on the lived experience of those with dementia.

We are an organisation united by our shared passion, driven by the guidance of our clients and focussed on our sustainability to make a difference for as long as we are needed.

Alzheimer’s WA are seeking a Tender and Grants Writer to be primarily responsible for the research, preparation and submissions of grants, tenders and proposals.  

Located at our Osborne Park office, this role is part time working 15 hours per week.

Your duties as the Tender and Grants Writer will include, but not be limited to:

• Research and keep up to date grants and tender opportunities and their eligibility
• Draft grant expressions of interest, registrations and applications
• Timely and professional delivery of applications
• Develop, maintain, document and report on grant and tender opportunities, the organisations action to each, along with outcomes and recommendations.
• Monitor all grant applications during and after their submission
• Coordinate with internal teams on the policies underpinning relevant grants and their eligibility requirements
• Assist with the preparation of proposal and tender documentation
• Build and maintain successful business relationships
• Establish a network of advisors who work with authorities that govern each grant
• Maintain a professional relationship with colleagues and management.
• Provides positive and professional support to the Marketing and Engagement Team, and across the organisation.
• Undertake administrative tasks, as required.

Selection Criteria

As the successful Tender and Grants Writer, you will have:

1. A minimum of 2 years’ experience in a similar role
2. An ability to prioritise, monitor and coordinate personal workloads to meet varying deadline
3. Is able to undertake a wide variety of functions with no supervision, to moderate tasks with limited supervision
4. Strong interpersonal and communication skills
5. Confidential, highly self-motivated and directed
6. Strong commitment to value based organisation
7. Excellent written and verbal communication skills with excellent attention to detail
8. Functional knowledge of MS Office Suite.
9. Experience in writing submissions for grants and tenders
10. Superior writing skills, so that completed submissions capture all relevant information and present this in the most informative and persuasive manner possible
11. Experience in networking and establishing strong relationships with grants advisers, clients and potential clients
12. Research skills and ability to learn new information quickly
13. Strong project management skills
14. High level of dependability with a strong sense of urgency and results orientation
15. Current ‘C’ Class WA driver’s licence;
16. Current Police Clearance (not more than 6 months old).

Desirable

1. Knowledge of Governments and community funding programs
2. Competency in Adobe Creative Suite, particularly InDesign
3. Previous experience in the health and aged care industry or not-for-profit organisation

What you get in return:

• Attractive salary and 5 weeks of annual leave (pro rata)
• Opportunity to salary package
• Wellbeing Program

How to apply:

Please submit your application with a cover letter addressing the selection criteria and your current resume through our online recruitment form: https://www.alzheimerswa.org.au/about-2/work-with-us/application-for-employment/

Applications will not be accepted unless applied through our online recruitment process.

Applications close 2pm Friday 20 July 2018