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.
What you’ll be doing
- 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
What you’ll bring
- 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)
Why you’ll love working with us
- 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.
Ready to apply?
Apply via the “Apply Now” button 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 Jobs – 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 here: Community Grants Officer.
Our commitment to our community
We’re dedicated to the safety and wellbeing of children and young people, and we actively support their participation as valued members of our community.
Council has zero tolerance for child or youth abuse and harm. We prioritise safety in every interaction and report any conduct of concern. You can read more in our Safeguarding Children and Youth Policy and Code of Conduct.
To be offered this position, you’ll need to complete and satisfactorily pass a pre-employment assessment process. This includes (but isn’t limited to) a WWVP check, conviction checks, identification checks, and checks relating to any prior disciplinary action.
We’re also an equal opportunity employer and a smoke-free workplace. Please note that random alcohol and drug testing forms part of employment with Clarence City Council.
Applications close at 9.00am on Wednesday, 25 February 2026.