ABOUT YOUR BIG GROUP HUG

Big Group Hug is a volunteer-driven, not-for-profit organisation founded in 2014. Head Office is based in the northern suburbs of Melbourne, in Thomastown. We have satellite locations in Airport West and Tarneit. Big Group Hug supports vulnerable and disadvantaged families in need, by providing new and pre-loved goods to help these families care for their children, aged from newborn to 16-year-old.

Our core belief is that all children deserve the best start in life, so for us, the child is the focus of everything we do. Our team is made up of over 350 individuals/volunteers who are determined and committed to assisting every family who asks for help.

Big Group Hug | Children's Charity Melbourne

ABOUT THE ROLE

Big Group Hug is seeking a highly motivated and experienced Grants Coordinator in a part-time capacity, working from home and also from our Thomastown location, occasionally. This role will be responsible for the successful delivery and management of our grants program, with a specific focus on growth and development of funding relationships and reports to the Manager, Fundraising & Communications.

The role works closely with the broader team to identify funding opportunities from the broadest possible range of activities undertaken by Big Group Hug and package these in ways that are appropriate to the needs and interests of potential funders. 

The successful applicant will have proven success writing grant applications to make a mission driven impact. You will be a self- starter, with the drive, vision, and capability to ensure more families are helped.

KEY RESPONSIBILITIES

• Responsible for building a healthy and engaged donor and grant pipeline to support the work of Big Group Hug
• Fostering strong relationships with relevant trusts, bodies, PAF’s and foundations to support the work of Big Group Hug
• Coordinating the fulfilment of funders’ benefits and providing them with project update reports as required.
• Maintaining a current pipeline register to track submissions, grants, acquittal reports and projects available for funding.
• Liaising with Operational team to identify programs, projects and other needs for funding.
• Researching and identifying potential funding prospects.
• Raise additional revenue for Big Group Hug through dedicated and strategic grants and engagement with philanthropy.
• Monitor grants opportunities.
• Lead, write, contribute to and coordinate grant submissions.
• Write reports and prepare acquittals for funders.
• Provide research support.
• Develop funding proposals and presentations for donors and stakeholders.
• Develop strong, positive, and professional relationships with funders and external stakeholders.
• Engage and build strong relationships with key internal stakeholders to support and contribute to Fund application success.
• Utilise Big Group Hug social media presence for grant and philanthropic opportunities.
• Support the broader business growth strategy by supporting the development of a structure and framework for grants, Trusts, and Foundations engagement.

ABOUT YOU

Knowledge and Experience:

• Minimum 3 years’ experience in a related field at a senior level
• Excellent communication skills, written and verbal.
• Proven experience in successful grant submissions
• Financial management skills – the experience in financial projections, budget setting, budget management and acquittals
• Experience working directly with trusts and foundations preferred.
• Experience writing grant applications and/or funding submissions.
• Proven experience developing partnerships with key internal and external stakeholders.
• Experience/confidence presenting/pitching to potential donors.
• Strong research skills.
• Exceptional Administration Skills including MS Office and a familiarity with Salesforce or other databases.

Highly Desirable Experience:

• Relevant qualification in philanthropy, fundraising or marketing.
• FIA Code Course highly desirable
• Experience in utilising donor and grant management software
• Proven experience in successful grant submissions

Capabilities and Behaviours:

• Ability to think strategically about the role of philanthropy and grants within the organisation and execute operationally.
• Strong relationship management skills with a proven ability to build partnerships with key stakeholders at all levels.
• The ability to inspire others and contribute to the cause of an organisation.
• A high level of influencing skills and the ability to negotiate to achieve shared outcomes.

ADDITIONAL BENEFITS

Flexible hours, work from home primarily and salary packaging options offered