Partnerships Manager and Grant Writer

3 weeks ago


West Melbourne, Australia Australian Red Cross Lifeblood Full time

Lead and develop a robust funding strategy for Lifeblood’s growth product lines

Permanent part time opportunity - 22 hours per week

Hybrid work model - WFH and from one of our national offices

Discover life-giving possibilities

Lifeblood is more than just a job or a career, it’s an opportunity to be part of something that matters. As an organisation, our purpose is simple: to give life. Together, we want to help you build a fulfilling career with Lifeblood.

**About the role**:
We have a permanent part time opportunity in our Strategy and Growth team for an experienced Grant Writer with an interest in forging relationships with potential partners and funders to achieve Lifeblood’s overall strategic objective.

As a Partnerships Manager and Grant Writer you will be responsible for developing compelling research propositions, identifying funding pathways from various sources, and advocating for Lifeblood’s growth objectives. You will be actively engaging with external stakeholders to build relationships to secure funding while ensuring Lifeblood’s culture of excellence, health and safety, employee and stakeholder satisfaction, and loyalty is maintained and reinforced along the way.

This role can be based in any one of our national offices with capacity to work from home.

**Sound interesting? Here’s what we’re looking for**:
Tertiary qualification in Business, Science, or a related discipline.

Experience managing funding and reporting milestones for awarded research funding.

Demonstrate knowledge of various frameworks for funding clinical research and product development.

Be skilled in networking and relationship management with stakeholders in a healthcare context, including government departments and philanthropic organisations.

Exhibit excellent advocacy and stakeholder influencing skills.

Think strategically and creatively to identify and shape feasible (fundable) programs.

Possess problem-solving skills and take a proactive approach.

Be an effective communicator with strong oral and written communication skills.

Display a passion for healthcare and embody Lifeblood’s leadership principles.

Thrive in a diverse culture that cares for your wellbeing

We’re a diverse and inclusive bunch. We’re proud to foster an environment where all people can come together to achieve their very best. Whether it’s workplace safety or work/life balance, we look after our employees’ varying needs. As part of the Lifeblood team, you’ll have access to a generous salary packaging program, plus a great range of rewards like discounts on insurance, groceries, food & beverage, department stores, travel, and more.

Next steps

If selected, you’ll be required to complete a few background checks and we’ll help you through this process.

If you require reasonable adjustments during the recruitment process, please reach out to us.



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