Funding Advisor – Fixed Term Contract

Wellington | 4-month fixed term | ASAP start

Salary: $74,634 – $100,846 per annum (pro rata)

JOB Reference: JAA6631

About the Opportunity

We are seeking an experienced and detail-oriented Funding Advisor for a four-month fixed-term opportunity within a government agency.

This role offers an interesting mix of funding administration, analysis and relationship management. You will assess funding and reimbursement applications, interpret and apply complex funding guidelines, and support accurate and timely funding decisions.

This is an excellent opportunity for someone with experience in government funding, grants administration, operational analysis or policy implementation who enjoys working through complex information and engaging with a range of stakeholders.

Key Responsibilities

• Assess and process funding applications, reimbursement requests and invoices in accordance with established guidelines.
• Analyse financial and operational information, identifying discrepancies and resolving incomplete or conflicting documentation.
• Prepare accurate assessments and supporting documentation for funding approvals.
• Monitor funding allocations, expenditure and reimbursement limits, maintaining accurate records.
• Build effective relationships with applicants, legal representatives and internal stakeholders.
• Identify risks and contribute to improvements in funding processes and procedures.
• Participate in peer reviews and quality assurance processes.

About You

We are looking for someone with strong analytical skills, sound judgement and excellent attention to detail who can quickly get up to speed in a busy funding environment.

Ideally, you will bring:

• Experience in government funding, grants administration, financial or operational analysis, or policy implementation.
• The ability to interpret and apply complex policies, guidelines and funding criteria.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills, with excellent accuracy and attention to detail.
• Clear written and verbal communication skills, including the ability to explain decisions and respond to queries.
• Strong relationship management skills and a collaborative, service-focused approach.
• Confidence working independently, managing competing priorities and participating in peer review processes.
• An understanding of public sector processes and accountability requirements.

We welcome applications from candidates with transferable experience across government agencies, community organisations, funding bodies and other relevant environments.

What's on Offer?

• An interesting four-month fixed-term opportunity with a good chance of extension.
• A varied role combining analytical work, funding administration and stakeholder engagement.
• A supportive and collaborative team environment.
• Exposure to new AI-enabled tools designed to streamline processes and improve efficiency.
• Wellington-based, with the option to work from home one day per week.

If you have strong analytical skills, experience working with funding or policy guidelines, and enjoy combining detailed assessment work with stakeholder engagement, we would welcome your application.

Apply now with an updated CV and cover letter or get in touch with James Atkin for a confidential discussion at info@thejohnsongroup.co.nz quoting Job Reference JAA6631.