Grants Coordinator

Learn how a merit list or pool may be used Learn how a merit list or pool may be used

Applicants suitable for the role but not offered the position for the current vacancy, may be placed in a merit list or pool. If the applicant agrees, the results may be shared with other Australian Public Service (APS) agencies for filling similar roles. Applicants may be offered a future role, without the need to reapply. A merit list or pool may be used for up to 18 months.

For more information about Merit Lists or Merit Pools please go to APSC's website - The APS Merit Principle Applications close at 11 : 30pm AESTThursday 10 July 2025(late applications will not be accepted).

The Australian Sports Commission is embarking on the Green and Gold decade. An exciting time filled with international sporting competitions on home soil, including the Men's and Women's Rugby World Cup, and culminating in the Brisbane 2032 Olympic and Paralympic Games. We have an ambitious new Strategic Vision and we need the best players on our team to help us deliver real results for the sporting sector and all Australians.

Are you up for the challenge?

About the team–

The Grants team works will all areas of the ASC to ensure ASC grant programs are administered ethically & equitably, ensuring probity, transparency, accountability and alignment to legislative requirements. The team provides grant operations, processing and compliance expertise to business areas that design and deliver the ASC's grant programs and has a consolidated reporting function.

About the role–

The Coordinator role provides administrative support for grant processing and provides advice on a range of grant processes, procedures and grant policy. This aligns with Government directions, the ASC strategic plan, and adherence to the highest standards of public sector governance and administration.

About you–

The successful candidate will have :

Tertiary qualifications and / or demonstrated experience in sport and / or administrationExperience in Microsoft office particularly ExcelExperience in grant systems such as SmartyGrants or similar is beneficial.Proven ability to apply processes and procedures, and provide evidence-based adviceExcellent verbal and written communication skillsExperience in administering grant programs is highly desirableKnowledge of the sport industry is highly desirableThis position is offered as an ONGOING position.

Why work with us? We have offices located in Canberra, Melbourne and Sydney.Across all locations, we offer :

Options for flexible working arrangements.Annual allowances towards training based on individualised career goals.Access to a customised ASC L&D calendar for ongoing professional and career development.Generous superannuation scheme with up to 15.4% employer contributions.Access to Clearinghouse for Sport, an information sharing platform for Sporting professionals.Additionally, our Canberra campus offers :

Free onsite parkingOnsite facilities including café, dining hall, gym, and swimming pool.Priority placement for your children to access the award winning, onsite AIS Caretaker's Cottage Childcare Centre.To be eligible for this position applicants are required to be Australian citizens only and must be able to obtain and maintain an AGSVA Security Clearance.As part of the Commonwealth Child Safety Framework the ASC is committed to being a Child Safe Organisation and leading the way in Child Safety across the sports sector. This position requires a Working with Vulnerable / Children People check to obtain employment.

NotesThe ASC is committed to protecting children from harm. We require all applicants that will work with children to undergo screening processes prior to appointment.Should a merit pool be established for this position, it may be used to fill ongoing or fixed term opportunities as they arise within 18 months from the date advertised.The ASC operates under theAustralian Sports Commission Act 1989 and is separate to the Public Service Act 1999. The ASC accepts most leave liability and recognition of prior service if you are currently employed at a Commonwealth agency.If you are experiencing issues or have any questions with the e-recruitment system, please contact the People & Culture Hub via or phone .PS Act 1999, Australian Sports Commission Act 1989

Position Number

EXT / 25-132

Vacancy Number

VN-0760023

Getting to know the Australian Sports CommissionAt the Australian Sports Commission (ASC), we champion the value of sport. We encourage and help Australians of all backgrounds, ages and abilities to get involved in sport and enjoy the many benefits. We play a central leadership role across the broader sport sector through collaboration and direction.The ASC delivers a variety of grants through investment in high performance and national sport participation programs, performance pathways, people development and wellbeing, and research and innovation. We manage high performance operations at the AIS Campus in Canberra, supporting seven National Training Centres of Excellence, and a European Training Centre in Italy. Further, we individually support thousands of athletes and dozens of Australian sports through guidance and collaboration.

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