Youth Voice Program Coordinator

About the Role

The Youth Voice Program Coordinator forms a vital part of our Youth Voice team. Having experience in working with young people along with an understanding of advocacy and the importance of youth voice, they are responsible for curating youth voice content, as well as the delivery of Youth Voice training and events. The Youth Voice Program Coordinator will develop and deliver training and events held throughout the year internally and in partnership with key organisations with the main goal of empowering, inspiring and equipping young people with skills to become better leaders in their communities.

The Youth Voice Program Coordinator will play a key role in:

• Program Delivery & Development – develop events and training programs that meet the needs of young people and their schools/communities
• People Leadership - inspire and motivate the team by promoting a culture of continuous learning and development
• Occupational Health and Safety - ensure a commitment to an ongoing safety culture

This role will be based out of Y Victoria State Office (Box Hill) and will also encompass Working From Home for two days per week, with the potential to work across multiple YMCA centres/ locations on various occasions.

This role is a permanent part time role, with a rate of $38.60 per hour plus superannuation, working a total of four days per week. Further details surrounding availability will be discussed with suitable applicants.

About You

To be successful in this role, you will possess the following attributes:

• Previous experience in both developing and delivering youth leadership/ development programs
• Excellent facilitation and communication skills
• Experiencing in working with young people and schools (desirable)
• Excellent time management skills
• Ability to engage effectively with young people from diverse backgrounds
• A commitment to empowering young people

Qualifications & Experience

• First Aid Level 2
• CPR
• Youth, Community, Education or Management, or some demonstrated experience equivalent to a relevant qualification is not mandatory, but highly desirable

At the Y, we are committed to empowering all Children and Young People to feel safe and be safe. As such, we ensure that all of our candidates are appropriately screened (including police check, working with children check and reference checks). To learn more about our commitment to safeguarding children and young people visit victoria.ymca.org.au

Benefits 

At the Y, we value our people. Working for us means you’ll enjoy great work/life balance and a range of benefits which improve your wellbeing and help you develop as an individual, such as: 

• Flexible working and rostering arrangements 
• Opportunities for career development and growth 
• Free access to gyms, recreation, and aquatics centres across the state 
• Free access to the Virtual Y – online health and wellness 

How to Apply 

Working for the Y is a rewarding and challenging experience for those with a positive attitude, zest for life and who seek to contribute to the bigger picture. If this is you, click the Apply button now!