The Sister2sister Foundation (S2SF) is a not for profit community organisation that aims to support and inspire the empowerment of adolescent girls to deal with today and get ready for tomorrow. We do this by providing programs focused on providing individual support, connection, care, and a nurturing community for adolescent girls facing complex challenges.

S2SF offers mentoring, youth support and psychoeducation for young girls through our flagship programs:

· The SISTER2sister Mentoring Program is an evidence-based and trauma-informed youth development program that provides structured mentoring, psychoeducational workshops, and welfare support to vulnerable adolescent girls (Little Sisters) aged 12-18 years from across Greater Sydney. Little Sisters are matched with fully trained mentors (Big Sisters) who are positive and reliable role models.

· NL4G is a School Workshop Series for Year 7 students, designed to empower young women by increasing their resilience, emotional regulation, and wellbeing, and creating a solid foundation for personal growth.

Our delivery of these programs is reliant on funding from grants and donations.

Purpose of the Role

The volunteer Grant Writer will work closely with the S2S Board to support the financial sustainability of our programs by attracting funding through grants.

Key Responsibilities

· Research grant opportunities from government and non-government agencies including foundations and corporations

· Maintain a calendar of grant deadlines and ensure timely submission of applications

· Draft grant proposals and supporting documents based on our funding requirements and needs

· Track and report on the status of grant applications and outcomes, and contribute to our monthly Board paper on grants

· Assist in developing relationships with funders and stakeholders

· Attend and actively participate in internal grant meetings.

We are seeking a passionate and skilled Volunteer Grant Writer to join our team. The ideal candidate will have experience in researching and writing grant proposals to secure funding for programs. Your work will directly impact our ability to expand our reach and enhance our programs for adolescent girls facing complex challenges.

Reports to

Works with the Program Resourcing Directors and oversight by the Board.

Qualification Needed

Degree in psychology, social work, counselling or social science or equivalent/relevant qualifications.

Essential · Previous experience in grant writing or fundraising · Strong writing and editing skills, with a keen attention to detail · Ability to understand programs and funding requirements of S2S · Strong research skills and knowledge of information sources · Multitasking, organisational and time management skills · Passion for empowering young girls and supporting community-based initiatives.

Desirable · Previous experience in grant writing for non-profit organisations · Experience in preparing budgets for proposals.

Work Experience

Essential · Previous experience (approx. 2-years) in grant writing or fundraising · Strong writing and editing skills, with a keen attention to detail.

Desirable · Strong research skills and knowledge of information sources · Previous experience in grant writing for non-profit organisations · Experience in preparing budgets for proposals.