PROGRAM OFFICER - COMMUNITY GRANTS

Req ID: 665299

Personnel Area:  Lifestyle & Community Services 

Branch: Connected Communities

Salary Range: (Band 5) AUD $91,900 – $104,172 + 14% superannuation

(Remuneration stated is for a full-time position) 

Work type: Permanent full-time

Location: Brisbane CBD

About the Role

Our Connected Communities branch delivers programs that build on Brisbane's reputation as a growing creative, vibrant, safe, healthy and inclusive city. We have a fantastic permanent opportunity for a Program Officer to join the Community Grants Team. This is an exciting and impactful role where you will be responsible for the successful delivery of Council’s community grants programs, supporting local non-profit organisations and community groups to develop and improve services and facilities across Brisbane. You will play a key part in responding to community needs, ensuring Council’s programs are effectively implemented, and helping drive positive change within the community.

As a Program Officer, you will manage all aspects of the grant program lifecycle, from marketing and administration to processing, delivery, and acquittal. Your role will involve coordinating with internal teams, including policy officers from various branches, to ensure smooth operations and compliance. You will also monitor and review service agreements, support program staff, and manage the SmartyGrants system for application tracking, reporting, and payment processing. This position offers an excellent opportunity to contribute to the ongoing success of the community grants programs and to directly impact the development of Brisbane’s community services.

To be successful you will have: 

• experience with database management and using SmartyGrants or similar grants management system
• proficiency in research, problem-solving, report writing, and making appropriate recommendations and decisions
• strong teamwork and independent working skills, with the ability to collaborate across multifunctional teams
• ability to identify and implement process improvements, with flexibility to support team members as needed
• experience in managing administrative systems, project planning, and evaluating within timeframes and budgets.

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How to apply:  Click on the 'I’m interested' button to complete your online application. Please upload your tailored resume and a cover letter demonstrating your suitability to the position.

For more information: Please call David Ngo, Talent Partner, on 07 3178 8886 or email David.ngo@brisbane.qld.gov.au

This role will require a Criminal History Check.

People from diverse backgrounds, including those living with a disability and/or Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples, who may have questions about the recruitment process or working at Council, are encouraged to reach out to the contact above, who can connect you with a member of Council’s Diversity and Inclusion team.

Application Closing Date: Sunday 30 March 11.59pm AEST

Brisbane City Council is a multi-award winning accessible and inclusive workplace where our people represent the diverse communities we serve, are supported, and can feel safe. Council has been awarded Employer of the Year at the National Disability Awards and has been recognised multiple times with ‘Gold Employer’ status from the Australian Workplace Equality Index for LGBTI inclusion.