Grants Specialist

Gandel Foundation’s vision is clear… to create a positive and lasting difference in people’s lives. The Foundation will achieve its vision by empowering communities to deliver programs and activities that create a lasting positive impact on the quality of life of people in Australian and Jewish communities. With the aim to help build stronger, more resilient, more vibrant and inclusive communities, Gandel Foundation prioritises support for the most vulnerable and marginalized groups in our society.

Since its establishment in 1978, Gandel Foundation has been the main vehicle for the charitable giving by the Gandel family and regarded as one of the most prominent private family philanthropic organisations in Australia. They engage in both core philanthropy and proactive, strategic philanthropy that drives better community outcomes and positive social change.

Reporting to the CEO, and working collaboratively in a small and compact team, the Grants Specialist will be responsible for effective operations and administrative functions across Gandel Foundation’s grants programs; aligning to their giving strategy, structure and defined areas of interest. This role will manage the grants administration process (utilising Blackbaud Database) across the entire cycle including application process, research, due diligence, acquittal and progress reports. As key point of contact for Gandel Foundation’s grant recipients and partners, you will provide excellent service, as well as information, application process, updates and outcomes (both successful and unsuccessful), plus co-ordinate visits, presentations, reviews and events.

As Gandel Foundation’s internal database champion, you will ensure Blackbaud’s system is maximised including data input; content production; generating reports, analytics and insights; upgrades and maintenance. Involved in various engagement aspects including marketing and communications, website updates, social media, newsletters, production of the Annual Review, and more.

About YOU
•Relevant tertiary qualification and/or minimum of 5 years experience in administering the entire grantmaking cycle within a philanthropic trust or foundation, local council, government body, or other setting, ideally processing high volume applications across multiple areas of interest •Direct experience with Blackbaud or similar grantmaking management system (i.e. SmartyGrants) •Proficient in Microsoft Word, Excel, Powerpoint and Outlook •Strong communication, stakeholder engagement and commitment to client service •Ability to manage multiple projects, deadlines and priorities, plus excellent attention to detail •Integrity, together with a strong sense of ethics and empathy

APPLY NOW if you are a diligent, self-motivated and collaborative Grants Specialist with relevant experience in grants administration, plus strong communication, relationship and stakeholder engagement skills.

Gembridge Australia is proud to partner with Gandel Foundation
For a confidential discussion, contact Jenni D’Orival or Michelle Varcoe at Gembridge on 03 8375 9661.