• Position Description: Grants and Fundraising Volunteer
  
• Organisation: River Nile Learning Centre (RNLC)
  
• Location: Level 2, 117 Capel Street, North Melbourne 3051
  
• Reporting To: General Manager

Organisational Overview

The River Nile Learning Centre (RNLC) is a not-for-profit organisation providing a free and safe learning space with holistic support to women from refugee, asylum seeker, and CALD backgrounds to build capacity and thrive in the community.

The women we support are often unable to enrol in formal education or employment programs due to their age, visa status, or personal circumstances. Our core programs include foundation English and digital literacy classes, supported by essential services such as food relief, public transport cards, wellbeing programs, and social support.

RNLC operates flexibly, offering classes over four days per week to accommodate students’ schedules. We adopt a holistic, trauma-informed approach that allows us to respond to the evolving needs of the women and families we support.

Role Overview

We are looking for a motivated and values-driven volunteer to support our grants and fundraising efforts. This role is ideal for someone with strong writing and research skills, an interest in community development, and a passion for advancing social impact through resource generation.

The Grants and Fundraising Volunteer will work closely with the General Manager and communications team to identify and apply for funding opportunities, maintain accurate grant records, and assist in developing donor engagement strategies. Your contribution will directly help RNLC continue providing vital programs and services to women from refugee and asylum seeker backgrounds.

Key Responsibilities

Grant Research and Applications

• Identify appropriate grant opportunities that align with RNLC’s mission and needs
• Prepare and submit grant applications in a timely manner
• Maintain accurate records of applications and outcomes

Grant Management

• Maintain an up-to-date grant library, including key documents, successful applications, and communication logs with stakeholders
• Oversee and maintain a grant calendar to track submission deadlines and reporting requirements

Fundraising Initiatives

• Collaborate with the communications team to develop and implement fundraising campaigns
• Assist in creating donor outreach strategies and fundraising materials

Qualifications

• Experience in grant writing or non-profit fundraising
• Strong research and writing skills
• Ability to work independently and collaboratively in a team environment
• Attention to detail and ability to meet deadlines
• Passion for grant management, community development, and/or social impact
• A bachelor's degree in community development, social work, or a related field is favourable but not required

Benefits of Volunteering

• Gain hands-on experience and develop skills in grant management and fundraising within the non-profit sector
• Make a meaningful impact in the lives of women learners from refugee, asylum seeker, and CALD backgrounds
• Connect with like-minded individuals, build valuable sector experience, and expand your network
• Receive guidance and support from experienced RNLC staff members

Feel free to email [email protected] if you have any questions, using the subject line: Grants and Fundraising Volunteer - Women's Refugee and Asylum Seeker Learning Centre enquiry via EthicalJobs.

A position description is attached.