VOLUNTEER FUNDRAISING AND GRANTS MANAGER
ABOUT COMPASS
Compass Institute supports young people and adults with disability through continued learning, practical experiences, social enterprises and meaningful community participation.
We are seeking an experienced Volunteer Fundraising and Grants Manager to help identify suitable funding opportunities and strengthen Compass’s approach to fundraising.
ABOUT THE ROLE
Working with Compass leadership, you will help identify realistic grants and fundraising opportunities that align with the organisation’s priorities.
The role includes coordinating applications, gathering required information and helping communicate the outcomes Compass aims to achieve. You will not be expected to work without access to appropriate organisational information or leadership input.
KEY RESPONSIBILITIES
- Research relevant government, philanthropic, corporate and community grants
- Assess opportunities against Compass priorities and eligibility requirements
- Maintain a grants calendar, opportunity pipeline and submission deadlines
- Coordinate information required from relevant Compass team members
- Draft and support high-quality grant applications
- Help develop clear project descriptions, budgets and outcome measures
- Maintain records of submitted applications and funding decisions
- Identify suitable community fundraising opportunities
- Support acquittal and reporting requirements for successful grants
- Recommend practical improvements to fundraising systems and processes
ABOUT YOU
You may have experience in grant writing, fundraising, partnerships, philanthropy, community development or submissions management.
You will ideally bring:
- Strong written communication and research skills
- Experience preparing grant or funding applications
- The ability to interpret eligibility criteria and application guidelines
- Good organisation and deadline management
- Confidence gathering information from multiple contributors
- A practical and ethical approach to fundraising
- Respect for people with disability and Compass’s purpose
WHAT YOU’LL GAIN
- The opportunity to help fund meaningful programs and community outcomes
- Experience supporting an established disability service organisation and social enterprise
- Flexible volunteering arrangements with defined priorities
- The satisfaction of connecting worthwhile initiatives with appropriate funding
Relevant screening checks may be required depending on the activities and level of contact involved.
To express your interest, please submit a short introduction outlining your fundraising or grant experience, availability and why you would like to support Compass.