CoP Coordinator Better Futures

BSL Pro Bono Australia Pty; Melbourne; Sur place; AUD 94 000 - 101 000; Temps partiel

Avantages offerts par ce poste

Salary packaging options up to $18,500

Career development opportunities

Leave loading 17.5%

Flexible working arrangements

Employee Assistance Program

Discounted health insurance

Résumé du poste

Brotherhood of St Laurence (BSL) in Melbourne is seeking a motivated Community of Practice Coordinator to organise and deliver Communities of Practice events within the Children, Youth & Inclusion team.

This maximum-term role is 22.5 hours per week for six months, with salary $93,670.78 to $100,783.94 per year plus 12% superannuation, pro‑rata for part‑time. Flexible work options and development opportunities are offered.

Qualifications

• Demonstrated skills, knowledge and experience in youth participation and advocacy practices
• High level of ability in developing and delivering training programs
• Broad knowledge of policy and practice in Out of Home Care, education, employment and disadvantage among young people in the Australian context
• Proven youth focus with commitment to the Youth Division values including Advantaged Thinking
• Ability to supervise and support direct report(s) to achieve outcomes

Responsabilités

• Coordinate and deliver Communities of Practice events and related trainings
• Maintain relationships with key youth advocacy organisations and build partnerships
• Establish and coordinate a disability-specific youth advocacy group for Better Futures
• Develop and monitor work plans for the role
• Carry out duties within skill, competence and training limits

Connaissances

Youth participation

Training delivery

Policy & practice understanding

Supervision

Advantaged thinking

Description du poste

Brotherhood of St Laurence – Brunswick VIC

At Brotherhood of St. Laurence (BSL), we are seeking a passionate Community of Practice Coordinatorto join our dedicated Children, Youth & Inclusion team.

Location: Office Location

Job Type: Maximum Term for 6 monthsworking 22.5 hours per week

Salary: $93,670.78to $100,783.94per annum, based on skills and experience plus 12% superannuation. (pro-rata for part-time employment)

Community of Practice Coordinator

At Brotherhood of St. Laurence (BSL), we are seeking a passionate Community of Practice Coordinatorto join our dedicated Children, Youth & Inclusion team.

Location: Office Location

Job Type: Maximum Term for 6 monthsworking 22.5 hours per week

Salary: $93,670.78to $100,783.94per annum, based on skills and experience plus 12% superannuation. (pro-rata for part-time employment)

What we offer our employees

• Salary packaging options to improve your take home pay – up to $18,500 can be packaged every year (details via AccessPay)!
• Career development opportunities
• Leave loading of 17.5%
• Flexible working arrangements
• Employee Assistance Program
• Discounted health insurance and free flu shots each year

About the role

The Community of Practice Coordinator will be responsible for the organisation and delivery of Communities of Practice events as well as other key sub-activities such as trainings and stakeholder consultation.

• Co-facilitate and support the delivery of Better Futures training, consultations and Communities of Practice
• Sustain relationships with key youth advocacy organisations and establish new partnerships where necessary
• Establish and coordinate a disability specific youth advocacy group for Better Futures
• Develop and monitor work plan as appropriate.
• The incumbent may be directed to carry out such duties as are within the limits of their skill, competence and training

About Brotherhood of St Laurence

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 Brotherhood of St Laurence (BSL) has a clear vision – an Australia free of poverty. For over 90 years, we have worked with policy makers and the community for systemic change that will prevent and alleviate poverty in Australia. We are made up of 1500+ employees and 1000+ volunteers to make a difference in our communities.

What we are looking for

We are seeking an enthusiastic and motivated individual who has a passion for supporting the mission of BSL and delivering excellence in your role.

To be successful in this role, we are looking for someone who has the following key skills and experiences:

• Demonstrated skills, knowledge and experience in youth participation and advocacy practices
• High level of ability in developing and delivering training programs
• Demonstrated broad knowledge and understanding of policy and practice in the area of Out of Home Care, education, employment and disadvantage among young people in the Australian context
• Proven youth focus, with an understanding of and commitment to the values and ideals of the Youth Division including the Advantaged Thinking approach
• Ability to supervise and support direct report(s) to achieve desired outcomes within intended time frames

If this sounds like the right fit for you

If you are interested in this exciting opportunity and looking to contribute to our organisation’s success, we’d love to hear from you.

If you have any questions about the role, or want more clarification, please contact Joe Howieat *********@bsl.org.aufor a confidential discussion.

Applications close: Friday, 20 November 2026 at 11.55pm

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.

BSL is a child-safe organisation.BSL has zero tolerance to any form of abuse or harm to vulnerable people and is committed to specifically protecting children from harm.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.