Grant Researcher and Writer

About the assignment

  • Country
  • Assignment type
    In Country
  • Partner Organisation
    Fiji Indigenous Business Council
  • Duration
    3 months
  • Proposed start date
    01 March 2027
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Closes 11 November 2026

We’re looking for a Grant Researcher and Writer who can live and volunteer for 3 months in Fiji.


  • To be considered for this role, you’ll need a tertiary qualification in International Development, Business, Public Policy or Community Development, as well as experience in grant writing or management within non-profit sector
  • You will be working alongside the Chairma, FIBC staff, board members and a range of stakeholders and members across the organisation
  • Provide support in grant research, grant proposal development, donor engagement, partnership building and capacity strengthening to support FIBC secure sustainable funding and expand its impacts

About the partner organisation 

The Fiji Indigenous Business Council (FIBC) is a membership-based organisation established in 2001 to promote entrepreneurship, economic growth and business development among Indigenous Fijians and Rotumans. The Council supports business owners and aspiring entrepreneurs by providing access to opportunities, resources, networks and collaborative partnerships. FIBC is committed to strengthening indigenous economic empowerment and creating pathways for long-term business success and prosperity in Fiji.

About the Australian Volunteers Program  

The Australian Volunteers Program is an Australian government-funded initiative. We support partner organisations across the Pacific, Asia, and Africa to achieve locally led change.  

Volunteers are supported throughout their volunteer journey. We actively support and encourage people of all backgrounds and abilities to volunteer and aim to make the program as accessible and inclusive as possible. If you have accessibility requirements, please contact us to discuss how we can support you to volunteer with us - [email protected]. Learn more about our commitment to inclusion.

Allowance

We cover your flights, insurance, and provide a living and accommodation allowance. Learn more here

AUD$ 2,526 per month.   

Find out more about in-country allowances.


Requirements

  • All applicants must be Australian citizens or holders of Permanent Residency Visa of Australia, or New Zealand residents in Australia with a Special Category Visa (SCV). 
  • A National Police Check must be completed during the application process.  
  • A Psychological Test is required for all volunteer assignments.  

Additional requirements for this assignment include obtaining a First Aid Certificate as well as different formats of reference checks (details to be discussed upon selection).

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