Grants Officer

**Organisational Overview**:
For over 20 years, Mahboba’s Promise has been dedicated to providing a sustainable future to vulnerable women and children in Afghanistan. The organisation has strong ties to communities in Afghanistan and Australia and utilises these links to foster and develop relationships that protect and enhance the future of the Afghan people. Since its inception, Mahboba’s Promise has established schools, shelters, health clinics, supplied resources and built critical infrastructure across Afghanistan. The organisation has also provided sponsorships to widows and orphans in need helping those who need it most to secure a more equitable quality of life.

**Job Summary**:
**Responsibilities**:

- Building and maintaining relationships and collaborating with key stakeholders.
- Displaying adherence to the Mahboba's Promise mission.
- Maintaining proficient knowledge of our organization’s history and programs.
- Identifying potential funding opportunities and researching relevant funding sources.
- Preparing and submitting progress reports as required.
- Assist with the implementation of the development department's plan.
- Staying current on trends and best practices in grant writing and non-profit fundraising.

**Skills**:

- A passion for making a difference in the lives of those in need.
- Strong analytical research and analytical skills.
- Outstanding written and oral communication and networking skills.
- Ability to effectively manage your time and prioritise tasks.
- Ability to work effectively with a wide variety people.
- A can-do attitude, with a flexible and adaptive approach to any situation.
- Ability to learn new IT programs and quickly come up to speed.
- An enthusiastic and positive nature that can work collaboratively in a team environment.
- Bachelors degree (or working towards one).
- An interest in international affairs and development, the NFP sector and/or Afghanistan and its development context.

Thank you for expressing interest in volunteering with us at Mahboba's Promise.

We look forward to hearing from you soon.

**Job Types**: Casual, Volunteer

Schedule:

- Day shift

Ability to commute/relocate:

- Marsfield, NSW 2122: Reliably commute or planning to relocate before starting work (required)

Work Authorisation:

- Australia (preferred)