Director of Grants Policy and Strategy

2 weeks ago


Canberra, ACT, Australia National Indigenous Australians Agency Full time
Director of Grants Policy and Strategy

Join the National Indigenous Australians Agency as a Director of Grants Policy and Strategy and play a pivotal role in shaping the future of grants management within the organisation.

About the Role

This role is a key part of the Grants Services Branch, responsible for providing strategic leadership on grants policies, frameworks, and strategies that support the effective delivery of grants within the National Indigenous Australians Agency.

As a Director of Grants Policy and Strategy, you will be responsible for ensuring the delivery of grants funded under the Indigenous Advancement Strategy are underpinned by relevant policies, frameworks, and strategies.

You will also be responsible for developing and managing Indigenous funding policies, grant assessment policy, and grants risk management policy.

About You

To be successful in this role, you will have a demonstrated understanding of the grants lifecycle, administration, and management processes.

You will also have clear understanding of the grant governance frameworks or the ability to quickly acquire.

Excellent communication skills, including the ability to explain technical concepts in plain-English, are essential for this role.

You will be outcomes orientated, able to operate efficiently, and display strong stakeholder relationship skills, including ability to build and maintain productive working relationships with a diverse range of clients and colleagues.

The Ideal Candidate

  • demonstrated ability to monitor and analyse performance and financial reports and grants financial literacy would be highly desirable
  • ability to lead and support a team to achieve results with a focus on contributing to the team and branch priorities
  • capability to work independently and be accountable for delivery of timeframes and priorities
  • demonstrated ability to communicate sensitively and effectively with Aboriginal and/or Torres Strait Islander peoples
  • consistently upholding the values and principles of NIAA's vision and capability and commitment to continue to develop cultural competency

What We Offer

The National Indigenous Australians Agency offers a dynamic and supportive work environment, with opportunities for professional development and growth.

As a Director of Grants Policy and Strategy, you will be part of a team that is passionate about making a difference in the lives of Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples.

Eligibility

To be eligible for this position, you must be an Australian Citizen.

The successful candidate will be required to be assessed through our pre-employment screening checks, such as an Australian Criminal History Check.

Security Clearance Required

Baseline Vetting (Protected)

About the National Indigenous Australians Agency

The National Indigenous Australians Agency is a Commonwealth Government agency responsible for providing support to Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples.

We are committed to working in partnership with Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples to improve health, education, and economic outcomes.

Our vision is to be a world-class agency that makes a positive difference in the lives of Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples.

Salary

The salary for this role is $134,484 - $150,494 per annum, plus superannuation.

Location

This role is based in Woden, ACT, with flexible working arrangements available.

Application Information

To apply for this role, please submit your application through the National Indigenous Australians Agency's website.

Please note that this is an unclassified web-based recruitment system, so your application must not contain any classified or sensitive information.



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