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Location: Melbourne Type: Part-time (0.8 FTE)
 
Equity Trustees is seeking a passionate and experienced Trust and Grant Program Manager to lead grantmaking and partnership activities within our Ageing Well portfolio. This is a unique opportunity to drive social impact through one of Australia's largest charitable trusts dedicated to improving the experience of ageing.
 
Reporting to the National Manager, Social Impact, you will lead the implementation and evolution of the Ageing Well granting strategy, manage a portfolio of charitable trusts, and cultivate strong relationships with grant partners working to improve outcomes for older Australians. You will play a key role in identifying innovative funding opportunities, supporting evidence-informed decision making, and ensuring the impact of philanthropic investments is maximised across the sector.
 
This is an opportunity to collaborate with community organisations, sector leaders, Trustees and colleagues while contributing to initiatives that strengthen communities, promote healthy ageing and create lasting change.
 
About the Role

• Lead the implementation and ongoing development of the Ageing Well granting strategy.
• Manage a portfolio of discretionary and non-discretionary charitable trusts.
• Build and maintain strong relationships with grant partners, philanthropic clients and sector stakeholders.
• Assess grant applications and funding opportunities, undertaking due diligence and providing funding recommendations.
• Source and evaluate innovative initiatives that align with strategic grantmaking priorities.
• Monitor, review and report on grant programs, outcomes and community impact.
• Identify emerging trends, opportunities and challenges within the ageing, aged care and social impact sectors.
• Support the sharing of insights, learnings and best practice across the Ageing Well ecosystem.
• Contribute to strategic projects, process improvements and operational excellence initiatives.
• Ensure grants and trust activities comply with regulatory requirements and internal policies.

What You Need

• Minimum five years' experience in philanthropy, community investment, grantmaking, social impact or the for-purpose sector.
• Demonstrated experience assessing funding proposals and undertaking organisational, financial and strategic due diligence.
• Strong stakeholder engagement and relationship management skills, with the ability to build trusted partnerships.
• Excellent analytical, research and problem-solving capabilities.
• Outstanding written and verbal communication skills.
• Proven ability to manage multiple priorities and work effectively within complex environments.
• Strong strategic thinking skills, balanced with operational delivery and attention to detail.
• A collaborative, proactive and team-oriented approach.
• Commitment to working with communities through partnership, curiosity and continuous learning.
• Strong technology skills, including Microsoft Office and experience with databases, CRM or grants management systems.
• Knowledge of, or demonstrated interest in, ageing, aged care, healthy ageing or related sectors.
• Relevant tertiary qualifications. 

What we offer:

• A warm, open, and supportive culture
• An attractive remuneration package, including reward and recognition programs
• An employee wellness program, including discounted health insurance and an employee assistance program
• A workplace volunteering and giving program to enable you to help others in the community
• We are proud to be part of the Top 30 Best Workplaces to Giveback 2024
• Discounted tax and estate planning services
• 16 weeks paid parental leave for the primary carer
• Great central CBD location, modern office fit-out and end-of-trip facilities
• Flexible/Hybrid working environment

About us - Trusted since 1888
 
Equity Trustees was established in 1888 and is now one of Australia's largest specialist trustee companies. We help our clients grow, manage and protect their wealth now and for future generations. As a trustee company, we are responsible for always acting in our clients' best interests, ensuring they feel safe, valued, and cared for.
 
We are committed to providing a workplace that is flexible, rewarding, and supportive of individual development. Just as you will help us grow our business, we will help you grow in your career.
 
Equity Trustees is over 145 years strong and growing. Apply now to be part of a successful contemporary trustee company.

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