We’re looking for a professional Program Coordinator NYEB with relevant experience who wants to join our 2,000+ team of staff and volunteers to make a difference on a 12 Months maximum term full-time basis, working 38 hours per week based in Fitzroy.

The Brotherhood of St Laurence (BSL) has a clear vision – an Australia free of poverty.

For almost 90 years, we have worked with policy makers and the community for systemic change that will prevent and alleviate poverty in Australia.

We are passionate about the work we do.

We strive to create change that lasts for a more compassionate and just society - a society in which we can all fully participate in social, civic and economic life with the dignity and respect we all deserve.

THE ROLE

This position provides an opportunity to work as part of a dynamic team leading in the space of innovative youth employment nationally, to work in partnership with local communities to create meaningful, long-lasting change that leads towards systemic change nationally. The position offers the opportunity to support in designing local to national approaches to youth unemployment, and to translate your youth employment practice or policy experience into real-world, structural solutions.

• Support the establishment, coordination and implementation of Community Investment Committees to create and drive local youth employment solutions across up to seven sites nationally, in partnership with the manager and Lead Partner organisation
• Support the Lead Partner organisation in each site to develop and drive youth employment action plans with pilot projects that progress youth employment outcomes
• Support the Lead Partner organisation to mobilise and maintain active partnerships with relevant cross-sectoral leaders from industry, VET, community, government, in youth employment
• Manage the coordination, liaison and communication with key project partners on Community Investment Committees and relevant practice and service development working groups
• In consultation with relevant external stakeholders, design and develop effective and engaging resources and tools to support the delivery of the NYEB model in sites, including youth employment action plans, project tools and resources, advocacy plans, coaching tools and resources for young people

Salary will be in the range of $74,531.95 to $80,194.32 per annum, based on skills and experience plus superannuation. 

WHAT WE ARE LOOKING FOR

Passion for supporting the mission of BSL, and delivering excellence in your role, are just the start.

To be considered for the role and be successful in it, we’re looking for an Program Coordinator NYEB who has the following key skills and experiences:

• Experience in developing and managing projects
• Experience in community-development and practice focused on youth education and employment
• Experience in building and maintaining working relationships and partnerships with cross-sector individuals and groups: including government, education and training, industry
• Demonstrated experience in service development and high level written and visual communication skills 

BENEFITS

• Extensive salary packaging options to reduce amount of tax you pay
• Career development opportunities
• Leave loading of 17.5%
• Flexible working arrangements
• Employee Assistance Program

CULTURE

BSL employees enjoy a range of flexible work options and other attractive benefits. Recognising that there is no ‘one size fits all’ pattern of work–life balance, the organisation endeavours to provide options to suit the needs of all staff.

If this looks like a role that’s right for you, APPLY NOW or contact Elle McLachlan on 0490 288 259 for a confidential discussion.

To view the Position Description and to address the Key Selection Criteria, please click here. 

We are an EEO and understand the importance of diversity and inclusion. We recognise that everyone has the right to an equitable, safe and productive environment and to be treated with dignity and respect.  We welcome applications from all people regardless of age, gender, ethnicity, cultural background, disability or sexual orientation. Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people are encouraged to apply.

Successful applicants will be subject to pre-employment checks including criminal history and working with children. Recruitment decisions are based on the key inherent needs and requirements of each role, and candidates are selected based on their unique strengths and characteristics.  Applicants must have proof of working rights in Australia.