Vuvale Community Grants Program Manager - Australia Pacific Leaders Program (APLP)
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Closes in 10 days
About the company
Abt Global is advertising this position on behalf of the Australia Pacific Leaders Program (APLP), which engages locally based staff to support Australian Government initiatives in the Pacific. The role sits within the Vuvale Community Grants program run by the Australian High Commission in Suva, which funds small-scale, locally led activities supporting practical and sustainable development outcomes in Fiji.
About the role
The Grants Program Manager provides administrative and coordination support for the 2026-27 Vuvale Community Grants round, managed through SmartyGrants, and for early implementation of successful activities. The role manages grant records and correspondence, liaises with applicants and recipients, supports assessment and due diligence, prepares grant documentation, and tracks payments, milestones and reporting. It is engaged through the APLP and works under the day-to-day direction of DFAT at the Australian High Commission, reporting to the Second Secretary. The position is part-time at three days per week, based in Suva, commencing December 2026 and running until 30 June 2027. Key working relationships include other Australian High Commission staff, grant applicants and recipients, and the APLP Program Support Unit, particularly the Program Activity Lead.
Key responsibilities
- Manage the administration of the Vuvale Community Grants program in SmartyGrants.
- Manage the grants mailbox and applicant enquiries, following up with applicants and community members as required.
- Support assessment of applications, due diligence and preparation of recommendations for the High Commission's grants committee, ensuring compliance with DFAT Community Grants Program Guidance 2026-27.
- Prepare grant agreements and supporting documentation, and track payments, spending and outstanding actions.
- Provide administrative support to grant recipients and follow up on reporting requirements.
- Establish and maintain productive working relationships with applicants and recipients, and monitor delivery, expenditure and risks.
- Support risk management across the grant cycle, identifying emerging risks and informing the Second Secretary of significant issues.
- Maintain accurate grant records, provide regular updates to the High Commission, and support grant reporting and acquittal processes.
About the successful candidate
- Relevant tertiary qualifications, such as in international development, business or management.
- Experience in grants administration, program coordination, community development or a similar role.
- Strong organisational skills with the ability to manage records, deadlines and follow-up actions accurately.
- Strong communication and interpersonal skills, including engaging effectively with community organisations and individuals.
- Experience reviewing applications, financial information or supporting documentation.
- Sound judgement, attention to detail and the ability to work with limited supervision.
- Good written and verbal English and proficiency in Microsoft Office.
- Knowledge of Fiji's community context and experience with SmartyGrants or similar systems would be an advantage.