• An integral, new role in a mission-led private foundation
• Be part of transformational projects in blood cancer research and clinical trials
• Flexible working environment -  salary packaging
• South Yarra

We are seeking an accomplished, motivated, values-driven manager with a passion and understanding of the not-for-profit sector with expertise and experience in grant drafting, review, and management. Reporting to the CEO, this role will steward a c.$5M per annum grants programme which drives impact through the acceleration of new and better treatments for Australian blood cancer patients.

The Grants Manager will be responsible for all aspects of grant management including the governance and administration of the activities associated with our grant portfolio. They will provide full lifecycle grants and contract management, to ensure compliance and transparent acquittal of grant funding in accordance with Snowdome Foundation granting criteria and the successful delivery of the grants programme.

Key Selection Criteria

Essential:

• A relevant tertiary qualification or successful relevant experience
• An understanding of, and experience in administering and successfully managing a significant funding and/or grants scheme, and/or demonstrated experience in research management and governance in a similar organisation
• Superior attention to detail skills with accompanied analytical and research expertise
• Notable project management skills and demonstrated track record in managing contracts, budgets, schedules and multiple projects simultaneously
• Strong administrative skills, with sound knowledge in Word, Excel and CRM/Database applications
• Exceptional interpersonal skills with a proven ability to build long-term, collaborative relationships with a diverse range of people, including internal teams, high value donors, other collaborators and external funding stakeholders
• Ability to think strategically and clearly under pressure in addition to working under own initiatives to strict deadlines
• A strong alignment and commitment to our values and behaviours, with a working style that reflects these and contributes to a constructive, high-performance culture
• Experience in operating effectively in a flexible, cross functional team environment with excellent client service skills and focus
• Sectoral knowledge of blood cancer research

Desirable:

• Scientific background and/or experience in the medical research sector
• Experience with Salesforce as a platform for content management
• Experience in not-for-profit, charitable, or philanthropic organisations

A position description is attached.