Spectrum

Spectrum Migrant Resource Centre (MRC) has over 30 years experience working with migrants and refugees to successfully settle and participate in all aspects of community life. This role is based in our newly created Advocacy, Innovation & Marketing (AIM) unit.

This position will work with staff across the organisation to prepare and submit successful grant/tender applications. The role will lead and coordinate the application process, so we’re looking for a skilled writer with a flair for designing innovative service models, as well as the ability to juggle multiple deadlines.

Click on the link below to access a copy of the position description;

Essential

• Relevant tertiary qualifications in Social Work, Community Development or International Development OR equivalent work experience;
• High-level conceptual skills and the ability to think strategically and be creative and innovative in the development of tender responses and grant submissions;
• Highly developed project management skills and proven ability to achieve results,
• Demonstrated experience in multi-tasking and achieving multiple, tight timeframes under pressure, whilst maintaining a high attention to detail;
• Skills in writing in a convincing manner, by demonstrating an evidence-based approach and articulating a compelling vision which directly responds to a criterion, within either grants/tender submissions, reports and the like;
• Experience in initiating and fostering partnerships with a wide range of individuals and organisations, which deliver real benefits for all parties;
• Demonstrate a self-confidence and political astuteness in your approach and dealings;
• Capacity and initiative to seek and synthesise relevant information regarding government policy, directions and opportunities as it relates to the work of Spectrum;
• Ability to facilitate, coach and guide the development of others’ skills;
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills, with proven ability to gain support and cooperation from others;
• Broad networks and a working knowledge of government processes so that you can have maximum influence.
• Past experience in writing tender/grants within a community services environment, with a proven history of successful tender submissions;
• Current Victorian Driver’s License
• A second language
• Knowledge of best practice service models for migrant communities
• Experience in working with migrant communities.

Desirable

• Past experience in writing tender/grants within a community services environment, with a proven history of successful tender submissions;
• Current Victorian Driver’s License
• A second language
• Knowledge of best practice service models for migrant communities
• Experience in working with migrant communities.

Written applications must address key selection criteria and include the name and contact details of two recent and relevant referees.

Please email applications by 9am, Monday 12 April 2010 to:

Ms Hutch Hussein

Advocacy, Innovation & Marketing (AIM) Manager

Spectrum Migrant Resource Centre

Email: jobs@spectrumvic.org.au

Any inquiries about the position should be directed to Ms Hutch Hussein on phone (03) 9496 0223.