Job Summary
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- Job posted on: 23rd Feb 2021
We’re looking for a professional Youth Program Coordinator Practice with relevant experience who wants to join our 2,000+ team of staff and volunteers to make a difference on a maximum term full time basis, working 37.5 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.
This position will be responsible for the coordination, documentation and resource development to support the NYEB demonstration sites develop and community-led responses to youth unemployment. This will include being responsible for the development, adaptation and tailoring of key resources and materials to different service contexts and driving the implementation of the NYEB model through youth employment actions plans, tools and resources with partner organisations. The role will have a strong focus on the implementation of the capabilities approach, including youth participation, across the NYEB sites, and will support the Transitions to Work National Community of Practice in this work. This role will also work to inform the development of key learnings, policy and advocacy messages and materials, to connect to and inform national responses to youth unemployment through the NYEB.
Salary will be $74,531.95 to $80,194.32 per annum based on skills and experience plus superannuation.
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 who has the following key skills and experiences:
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, click Apply Now or contact Elle McLachlan, Senior Development Manager on 0490 288 259 for a confidential discussion.
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.