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Streamline Grant Administration Processes with OmniStar Grant Management Software for Local Government Councils
At OmniStar, we understand the challenges councils face in grant administration. Applying consistent governance across grant applications while tracking the status and obligations of awarded grants is time-consuming and complex. Adding to this complexity is remaining compliant with State and Commonwealth grant rules and principles. All this requires grant management software for local council operations that delivers consistent results.
Our local government grant management software streamlines the grant management process by enabling you to:
- Centralise all grant information (both giving and receiving) in one accessible system
- Automate eligibility checks and approvals
- Track project milestones and payments in real-time
- Maintain compliance with State and Commonwealth regulations
- Generate comprehensive, accurate and up-to-date reports
- Improve collaboration across departments
200,000+
Grants & projects managed
58.4B+
Funds administered
260,000+
Applications submitted
4.2M+
Documents managed
525,000+
OmniStar users
Why Choose OmniStar?
Developed through nearly two decades of extensive collaboration with Australian councils and other government bodies, OmniStar delivers grant management software for local governments that streamlines administrative processes and ensures accountability. Designed similarly to our ethics and research management software, our municipal government software helps grant administrators create efficient workflows, ensure compliance, and reduce administrative burden.
Proven Solutions for Local Government
Our grant software delivers essential capabilities:
Application Management
Streamlined submission and assessment processes
Financial Control
Complete tracking of funding allocation and acquittals
Compliance Tools
Built-in checks against State and Commonwealth requirements
Progress Tracking
Real-time monitoring of milestones and outcomes
Reporting Systems
Comprehensive insights into application status, approvals and program performance
Document Control
Secure storage and version control of documentation
Powerful Management tools for Grant Administrators
Our grant management software for local council teams provides:
SmartForm Technology
Configurable forms that accelerates data entry and ensures completeness
Workflow Automation
Streamlined processes that reduce manual tasks
Payment Management
Automated milestone tracking and acquittals that works with your finance system
Collaboration Tools
Enhanced communication across teams and departments
Program Analytics
Detailed reporting on progress, outcomes and impact
Our story
End-to-End Grant Management Software for Local Government
OmniStar Grants delivers essential tools councils need to manage successful grant programs:
Program Design and Application Management
Our grant management platform streamlines program setup and application processes for both incoming and outgoing funding. From defining eligibility criteria to managing submissions, OmniStar automates workflows while maintaining proper controls. The system helps you design grant programs, manage applications, and coordinate assessment panels quickly and efficiently.
Project and Payment Management
Take control of your grant programs with comprehensive management tools. Track milestones, manage variations, and monitor outcomes effectively. OmniStar schedules progress reports and manages payment acquittals automatically, ensuring proper oversight of grant funds throughout the project lifecycle.
Compliance and Reporting
Our grant software maintains detailed records of all program activities, generates audit logs, and produces comprehensive reports. From financial acquittals to outcome reporting, OmniStar ensures you can demonstrate proper management of community funds.
Security and Integration
Our grant management software for local governments prioritises:
- Data Security: IRAP-assessed and ISO 27001-certified software, infrastructure and encrypted storage
- Access Control: Role-based permissions and comprehensive audit logging
- System Integration: Effortlessly connects with council finance and records management systems
- Authentication: Council-aligned SSO and MFA options
- Compliance: Confidently adhere to Commonwealth and State grant rules and principles
The ability to customise the OOTB functionality of the system to align to our specific grant program processes and framework. Pre-award functionality provides for easy and efficient application submission.
Amanda Senior Project Officer Department of Resources QueenslandReady to Transform Your Grant Administration?
Improve your grantmaking strategy with our robust end-to-end platform. Get in touch with us today to discover how you can benefit from OmniStar's grant management software for local government agencies.