Senior Specialist Government Investment

Permanent full timeFlexible location within AustraliaHybrid working 2 days in office/ 3 days from homeAbout Red CrossAustralian Red Cross is part of the worlds largest humanitarian movement. We support and empower people and communities in times of vulnerability. We act for the roleThe Senior Specialist Government Investment is an exciting new role at Australian Red Cross. You will play a key role in leading the development of a government funding pipeline and securing sustainable government funding for Australian Red Cross through the strategic forecasting identification development and submission of compelling funding applications and within the Humanitarian Diplomacy and Policy Team youll work closely with key stakeholders across the organisation to identify government funding opportunities and ensure funding proposals are aligned with strategic priorities and operational to day you willContribute to building and maintaining a robust forward-looking government funding pipeline that supports short- and long-term revenue and engagement identify upcoming government funding opportunities at a Commonwealth state and territory and local level aligned with Australian Red Cross strategic and operational the development and coordination of high-quality pitches proposals tenders and grant applications ensuring strategic alignment and a clear articulation of impact and and report on government funding pipeline performance targets and success rates to inform strategy and organisation-wide capability in grant and tender developmentWhat you will bringSubstantial knowledge and understanding of government and government funding decisions opportunities and processesA successful track record in securing government funding (ideally at a Commonwealth and state/territory level).Comprehensive knowledge and expertise in relation to government grants tenders and funding opportunities processes and best experience in developing and/or managing government funding pipelines and processes ideally within large not-for-profit or community organisationsHigh-level organisational and project management skills with the ability to manage multiple deadlines simultaneouslyBenefits that act for you while you act for humanityWork flexibility: Australian Red Cross operates under a hybrid working model which includes two days on-site and three days from home proving you more work/life balanceFinancial wellbeing: In addition to your salary you can take advantage of salary packaging that could provide you with a great way to reduce the amount of tax you pay - and get more from your salary. You can salary package up to $15900 for living expenses (such as rent groceries utility bills); up to $2650 for holiday accommodation and meals when dining out; Novated car leases; superannuation and purchase additional annual Health & Wellbeing: You can access a paid Me day just for you and a wide range of other paid leave options. You can also tap into specialist health and wellbeing advice via our Employee Assistance Program (EAP) provider Converge development: Access to ongoing learning training and informationThis role is covered by the Social Community Home Care and Disability Services Award - Level additional enquiries please contact Amanda Alford (Director Humanitarian Diplomacy and Policy) at for a confidential discussion. Please note email is for enquiries only. Applications must be received online to be close: Friday 3 July we encourage you to apply as soon as possible as we will be reviewing applications as they are we appreciate the interest in our organisation we will not be engaging with agencies or agency candidates for this position.