Community Funding Advisor

The people at Whakatane District Council love what we do because we do it for others, and that feels good. We work hard and we know it's important to stop and play too. We're on a learning journey because we know we can always do better, and we know we're better together. Will you come on that journey with us? You'll get access to a range of staff benefits including free swimming pool access. You'll never be more than half an hour away from rivers, lakes, forests, beaches, and great walks - most are just on your doorstep. We love this place, and you will too.
The Community Funding Advisor is responsible for the successful delivery of Council's Community Grants and Funding Programme. You will provide advice and support on grants and funding, and develop and maintain strategic funding relationships. The Community Funding Advisor will deliver a programme of training, workshops, roadshows and funding clinics to community groups and organisations that is designed to increase their ability to secure funding and build their capacity to deliver to our communities.
Ko wai koe | About youTo be successful in this role you will have:
A tertiary qualification in Business, Finance, Community Development or a related fieldExperience working for a charitable or community-based organisationKnowledge of funding, fundraising and Community DevelopmentA passion for working with communities and helping them thriveExperience using Smartygrants or with a similar grants administration systemUnderstanding of The Treaty of Waitangi and its implications for Local Authorities, including knowledge of Tikanga MaoriExperience of working for Local Government or a government department would be an advantage.Me pehea te tono mai | How to applyIf you would like to discuss this opportunity further, please contact Frank Begley, Manager Community Partnerships on 07 306 0500 or apply now via our Careers site.

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