At yourtown, we believe every young person has the right to a brighter future and aim to be part of the solution by delivering services that get results. Our services include Kids Helpline, training and employment services, parent education and specialist accommodation for families. At yourtown you will be part of the solution.

About the role

As our Bid Lead, you will coordinate and develop funding submissions, including tenders, grants and strategic business development proposals.

Your responsibilities will include:

• Line management of the Bid Writer including providing day to day mentoring, coaching and direction
• Lead the development of funding submissions
• Develop pitches and formal proposals to secure external support for yourtown services, including submissions to local, state and federal government and other funding bodies
• Write, edit and review material for tenders
• Work collaboratively with internal and external stakeholders
• Identify funding opportunities from sources aligned to yourtown’s mission
• Provide guidance in relation to the continuous improvement and quality management of tender writing and funding proposals

About you

You will be highly analytical and skilled at delivering persuasive writing to a range of audiences. You will pride yourself on your innovation, creativity and ability to conceptualise and bring ideas to fruition. You will enjoy building strong, positive relationships with key stakeholders.

Successful candidates will bring:

• Relevant bachelor degree level qualifications and experience in the sourcing and securing grant funding through the preparation of submissions and tenders
• Demonstrated project management and analytical skills
• Strong communication and networking skills
• Demonstrated high level of professional and persuasive writing skills, including experience in the development of grants, tenders, and funding submissions to government and non-government audiences
• Strong time management skills and the ability to manage multiple competing priorities
• Strong business partnering experience across all levels of an organisation

If you are looking for an opportunity where you can be innovative, drive change and have a positive impact on the lives of young people we would love to hear from you. We offer attractive employment conditions including access to salary packaging arrangements and paid parental leave. Find your place at yourtown.

To apply, and for a full Position Description please click "Apply Now".

Contact: Marnie Elliot – Talent Acquisition Specialist on 0434 609 384

yourtown is committed to providing services that protect and keep children, young people and adults at risk free from harm. The appointment of successful applicants will be subject to satisfactory screening for child-related employment including the completion of a National Criminal History Check and retention of a valid Working with Children Check.

yourtown supports vaccination as the best way to keep our people and our communities safe from Covid-19. We require all employees, volunteers, students and contractors to be fully vaccinated against Covid-19 as a condition of employment.

"In our team we value diversity, inclusivity and people who want to make a difference"