Grants Coordinator/Bid Writer
Grants Coordinator/Bid Writer
This exciting new role will coordinate all grant and funding applications for the RFDS.
Classifications
- Marketing / PR / Events
- Marketing / PR / Events - Other
- Permanent / Full Time
Key points
- Use your bid submission experience to identify new opportunities
- Build and support the iconic RFDS brand!
- Full-time permanent role, Brisbane based
Description
The Grants Coordinator will form part of the Corporate Affairs and Marketing team which provides marketing, media and communication services to build and maintain the Royal Flying Doctor Service (RFDS) brand and reputation throughout Queensland, particularly in the local communities in which we operate. Specifically, this role will manage all grant and funding applications for new and existing services on behalf of the organisation.
The Grants Coordinator is a Full-Time position based in Brisbane.
Key responsibilities
Key responsibilities of this role will include:
- Manage all funding submissions (grants, tenders, unsolicited bids) on behalf of RFDS Queensland for new and existing services, including writing, editing and proof reading of all applications
- Identify new opportunities for funding and manage the application process, including tracking the success of the application
- Ensure all applications maintain and elevate the organisation’s integrity and trusted position as a leading aeromedical and healthcare organisation
- Prepare marketing collateral material to support all funding submissions
- Provide general support to the marketing services team and contribute to the broader objectives of the CAM department
- Work collaboratively with all key internal and external stakeholders
- Assist team members with internal communication, media, marketing services, community relations and stakeholder engagement as required
- Assist leaders manage budget development and spend.
To be successful in this role you will possess the following:
- Bachelor degree in Business, Marketing, Communication or similar
- 3 to 5 years relevant experience
- Demonstrated experience in preparing funding submissions – including grants, tenders and unsolicited bids
- Excellent project management and organisational skills and the ability to manage tight deadlines
- Highly developed written and oral communication skills
- A fastidious attention to detail
- Demonstrated experience in dealing confidently with external stakeholders
- Ability to work effectively, efficiently and professionally with all internal stakeholders.
- Attractive remuneration package + Super + Salary packaging of $15, 900; increasing your take home pay
- Opportunity to be a part of the iconic RFDS team
- Exciting opportunity to play a key role in implementing the marketing strategy
- Be an integral team member by supporting those who make a real impact to healthcare in Queensland
- Work with people who are passionate about our purpose and proud of their contribution
- Comprehensive and supportive orientation program
- Employee Assistance Program Advice for staff and their families (support, nutrition & financial)
- Private health insurance discounts.
The RFDS is one of the largest and most comprehensive aeromedical organisations in the world. Using the latest in aviation, medical and communications technology, RFDS Queensland Section delivers extensive primary healthcare and 24-hour emergency service, from nine strategic bases, to those who live, work and travel throughout Queensland.
As a member of the team driving RFDS from behind the scenes, you’ll come to work knowing that your efforts are enabling our work in helping people in Queensland communities.
Interested?
Please submit your application including demonstrated experience highlighting your suitability for this opportunity. For further information please contact recruitment@rfdsqld.com.au this role will close on 11th May 2021.
Please note: This role will be required to undergo a pre-employment drug and alcohol test, will be subject to criminal history check and may be required to undergo a pre employment medical assessment. There may be a requirement to travel in QLD for this role and a QLD drivers’ licence is essential.
The RFDS is committed to the principles of Equal Employment Opportunity
Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander People are encouraged to apply
