Grants Specialist

  • Job Reference: 00000030-1
  • Date Posted: 15 July 2026
  • Recruiter: Mimal Land Management
  • Location: Darwin, NT
  • Salary: $110,000 to $130,000
  • Bonus/Benefits: + 12.5% super + Sal Sac. 6 wks leave
  • Sector: Administration, Aboriginal Corporation, Natural Resource Management
  • Job Type: Permanent, Full Time

Job Description

  • Drive meaningful impact supporting land, culture and community on Country 
  • Take ownership of the full grants lifecycle in a strategic, high-impact role 
  • Join a purpose-driven organisation with strong cultural values and generous benefits 

The Organisation 

Mimal Land Management is an Indigenous owned and operated organisation focused on bringing benefits to country and culture for Dalabon, Rembarrnga and Mayili landowners and people of south-central Arnhem Land in the Northern Territory. 

Our country is a living landscape – our culture, heritage, laws and language are linked to the land. The area’s natural and cultural assets are managed by Mimal Rangers on behalf of and in cooperation with landowners and custodians. 

Under an established Healthy Country Plan, the rangers manage land, water and fire, and conduct wildlife protection, monitoring and revegetation programs, weed and feral animal control, and carry out rock art, cultural history and language projects and learning on country education programs with school children. 

The Opportunity 

In this strategic role, you will:

  • Lead the end-to-end grants lifecycle, from identifying opportunities through to submission, reporting, and acquittals  
  • Identify and secure funding aligned to organisational priorities and the Healthy Country Plan 
  • Develop high-quality, compelling grant applications that clearly articulate impact, outcomes, and value  
  • Partner closely with senior leadership, program teams, and finance to ensure funding is strategically aligned and deliverable 
  • Manage grant compliance, reporting timelines, and contractual obligations across multiple programs  
  • Provide strategic input on funding pipelines, risks, and opportunities to support organisational growth  
  • Build and maintain strong relationships with government, philanthropic, and funding partners  
  • Drive continuous improvement in grant systems, processes, and governance 

The role is based in Nightcliff, NT. 

About You 

You’ll bring: 

  • Proven experience securing grant funding from government, philanthropic, or similar sources 
  • Strong writing skills with the ability to craft compelling, high-quality applications 
  • Experience managing grants end-to-end, including compliance and reporting 
  • Financial acumen and confidence developing budgets aligned to program delivery 
  • Exceptional organisational skills and the ability to manage multiple deadlines 
  • Strong stakeholder engagement skills with the ability to build and maintain relationships 
  • A collaborative approach and ability to work across multidisciplinary teams 
  • Cultural awareness and a genuine commitment to working respectfully with Aboriginal communities 

Your Reward 

  • $110,000 - $130,000 + 12.5% Superannuation 
  • Salary sacrifice benefits
  • 6 weeks annual leave 
  • Opportunity to work in a values-driven organisation with genuine impact 
  • Exposure to diverse stakeholders and impactful programs  

Next Steps 

To register your interest, click the “Apply for this job now” button, without delay. 

To discuss this opportunity, or if you have questions, contact Matt for a confidential discussion via email: matt@jobskillsnetwork.com

Applications from Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people are encouraged.