About the Western Bulldogs Community Foundation

The mission of the WBCF is ‘to create experiences that connect and inspire our people and community”. Our community investment at the Bulldogs is different from others. Western Bulldogs Community Foundation is a separate entity that works hand-in-hand with the Club and utilises the Bulldogs brand as a platform to engage a wide range of participants and positively influence their lives. The Foundation is registered as a Public Benevolent Institution with DGR status and has its own Board.

The Foundation works in partnership with government, corporate and community agencies to deliver evidence-based services and programs to over 5000 people annually through four streams i.e. Health & Wellbeing, Diversity & Social Inclusion, Youth Leadership & Development and Community Advocacy.

We strive to create an inclusive environment where all are accepted and celebrated regardless of age, gender, sexual orientation, religion or background. We are a child safe organisation committed to the safety and wellbeing of all children and young people. If you are looking to be a part of a committed and passionate team, we encourage you to apply

About the role

Reporting to the Multicultural Programs Manager, this role will be responsible for the delivery of programs within the Diversity pillar of the Western Bulldogs Community Foundation targeting the African Australian community in the west, as well as support and collaborate in our Youth and Health and Well-Being programs. This role is also responsible for:

• Build strong relationships with the Foundation’s African Australian program partners to ensure the effective delivery of programs.
• Support the development of engaging new youth-based programs that are consistent with Ubora in the West strategy.
• Collaborate with Youth, Health & Well-being teams and support the internal referrals of Ubora participant into mainstream Youth and SOTW & DOTW.
• Build relationships with secondary schools across the region.
• Coordinate with local partners and program stakeholders.
• Develop and manage a staff resourcing plan for Ubora in the West programs.
• Provide ongoing support, encouragement and guidance to program participants and volunteers.
• Supervise and mentor casual staff, volunteers and students on placement.
• Help promote the program outcomes via the WBCF social media channels and media department.
• Perform administrative tasks for Ubora in the West Programs.
• Ensure all risk mitigation strategies are implemented.
• Support the implementation of recommendations from the WBCF Youth Programs (Child Safe Standards) Review.
• Ensure all data is captured and saved as per WBCF systems.
• Engage and collaborate in the evaluation process.

Skills and experience

• Strong networks within the African Australian community in Melbourne’s west
• Sound knowledge and understanding of African Culture
• Bachelor of Youth Work, Social Work, community development, psychology or related fields
• Strong ability to build rapport
• Strong Youth Engagement skills
• Demonstrated experience working with and implementing diversity and inclusion principles.

Benefits and perks

• Free onsite parking!
• Club membership
• Continuous learning & development
• Flexible work/life leave
• Deals & Discounts with corporate sponsors
• Exciting staff experiences (Exclusive access)