Funding and Tender Manager

2 weeks ago

Australia are-able Full time $60,000 - $80,000 per year

Posted: 26/08/2025

Closing Date: 05/09/2025

Job Type: Permanent - Part Time

Location: Flexible location

Job Category: Community Services and Development

Who is are-able?

At are-able, we recognise the unique strengths and perspectives that each person brings.

We are committed to building an inclusive, diverse and supportive workplace — where ideas thrive, innovation grows, and people feel valued. Our organisation champions meaningful impact, professional growth, and a healthy balance between work and family.

With over 30 years of deep community connection, we continue to transform lives and foster opportunities. We are driven by our mission to do more for more people in more communities. We break barriers, challenge stereotypes, and create an environment where everyone's abilities are not only recognised but nurtured.

Why choose to work with are-able?

are-able is proud to be a Winner of the Australian Business Award for Employer of Choice. We foster a positive, high performing team culture built on respect, empathy, integrity and innovation. We seek passionate individuals who are driven to make a real difference in people's lives.

In return for your valued contribution, we offer:

  • A family-friendly organisational culture with true work-life balance
  • Attractive salary packaging to maximise your take home pay
  • Me Days and bonus Christmas leave - additional leave days each year

Join us and be part of a team making a real impact in communities across Australia.

Job Description

In this pivotal role, you will identify funding and tender opportunities, coordinate high-quality submissions, and build strong partnerships with funding bodies, government, and philanthropic organisations. Your expertise will help shape are-able's future and ensure our initiatives are well-resourced and aligned with our vision and values.

Responsibilities include:

  • Research, monitor and pursue funding, grant, and tender opportunities.
  • Develop funding strategies for new and existing programs.
  • Coordinate timely and professional submissions, ensuring alignment with organisational goals.
  • Build and maintain relationships with funding partners and stakeholders.
  • Provide advice, reporting, and continuous improvement strategies for future submissions.
Desired Skills and Experience
What we're looking for:
  • Proven experience in funding applications and tender writing.
  • Relevant tertiary qualifications (e.g., Communications, Writing & Publishing, Business, Public Policy).
  • Strong understanding of Australian government funding programs and corporate partnerships.
  • Exceptional writing and communication skills with strong attention to detail.
  • Excellent organisational skills with the ability to meet tight deadlines.
  • Ability to collaborate across teams and build strong stakeholder relationships.
  • A commitment to diversity, inclusion, and are-able's values.

The Feel-Good Parts

At are-able, every dollar of profit goes back into the communities we serve. Through the are-able Foundation, donations, and sponsorships, we've contributed over $1.6 million since 2004.

We are a values-driven organisation, guided by:

  • Integrity – We're honest, transparent, and accountable.
  • Respect – We celebrate diversity and empower individuals.
  • Empathy – We understand different perspectives to create real solutions.
  • Innovation – We embrace fresh ideas to make a lasting impact.

We are committed to inclusion and welcome applications from First Nations people, people with disabilities, culturally diverse backgrounds, mature-age workers, and the LGBTIQA+ community.

Join us and be part of something bigger.

If you need assistance applying, please contact

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