Philanthropy Grants Manager

• Join a collaborative values-driven team
• Develop your grant making skills and sector experience
• Receive on-going professional development within Australia’s preeminent multi-family office

About Us:

Mutual Trust is a multi-family office providing integrated wealth services to Australia’s most successful families, family businesses, trustees, not-for-profits and individuals. Our purpose is to help families achieve what matters most.

About Our Team:

Our Philanthropy Team is made up of passionate, respected, and experienced philanthropy professionals who work across a diverse client base.

The Opportunity:

The role of Grants Manager will be the cornerstone of our engagement with the charitable sector, liaising on behalf of our clients and establishing and co-ordinating grants from a variety of charitable entities. The Philanthropy Team is nationally based, and you will work across various projects, with accountabilities in Sector & Client Engagement, Project Management and Compliance. The role will also have responsibility for the Mutual Trust Staff Giving program – highly visible and awarded program that is supported across the firm.

Key Responsibilities:

• Developing and maintaining relationships with charitable organisations on behalf of clients and in line with client focus areas/purpose of giving.
• Supporting the grant making process including due diligence, assessments, preparation of board papers and grant agreements,
• Coordinating across the grant cycle including grant payments, grantee reports, acquittals, and maintenance of client filed and the grants management system,
• Researching and reporting on emerging sector trends, developments and best practice,
• Quality improvements to ensure a premium level of service via our integrated client account teams.

About You:

We are seeking a values-aligned individual to join our Philanthropy Team. You will have:

• 5 years’ experience gained in philanthropy, grant-making or not-for-profit organisations,
• Relevant work experience or tertiary qualification in Law, Business/Commerce, Marketing, Public Policy, Public Health, International Development or similar,
• Experience in managing and prioritising multiple stakeholders and managing projects to budgets, deadlines and outcomes,
• Highly organised and methodical approach, with strong attention to detail and process,
• Strong research and analytical skills with the ability to present your findings in either written or verbal presentations,
• Commitment to teamwork and the development of effective and positive relationships with colleagues and stakeholders,
• A passion to support the not-for-profit sector and advance the impact of family philanthropy in Australia.

Culture & Benefits:

• Supportive flexible work arrangements and the opportunity to purchase additional leave
• Professional training and development for staff of all levels
• Yearly health and well-being allowance and activities for our staff
• Work with industry experts in highly specialised roles
• Employee assistance program offering free counselling and support for you and your family
• Annual performance payment based on the business and your performance
• Paid community / volunteer days and charity involvement

How to Apply:

Please submit the following for this role and email [email protected]

• 1- A cover letter explaining your interest and suitability,
• 2- A resume.

Applications from candidates who have PR or are residents will be considered for this role.

We review applications as they are received and interviews will commence immediately.

If you would like more information on this role, please contact Kate Farmer on [email protected]