Program Coordinator

Australian Optimal Recruitment; Sydney; On-site; AUD 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

Australian Optimal Recruitment in Sydney NSW is seeking a dedicated Work Placement Coordinator to connect students with meaningful workplace experiences. You will build relationships with local employers, coordinate school registrations and placements, and support students to understand workplace expectations.

The role requires excellent communication, strong organizational skills, and the ability to work with schools, teachers and businesses to deliver successful placements.

Qualifications

• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
• Strong organisation, administration and time-management skills.
• The ability to manage multiple priorities and coordinate projects
• Confidence in building relationships with businesses, schools and other stakeholders.
• Strength in problem-solving and conflict-resolution.
• Good attention to detail and accurate documentation skills.
• The ability to work independently while also contributing to a team.
• Integrity, professionalism and a genuine interest in supporting young people.

Responsibilities

• Build and maintain relationships with local employers to secure suitable work placement opportunities for students.
• Coordinate student registrations, placements and evaluations with schools and staff.
• Support students with work readiness and understanding workplace expectations.
• Match students with appropriate placement opportunities based on individual needs.
• Maintain regular communication with schools, employers, students, parents and stakeholders.
• Develop relationships with local industry and business networks to increase participation.
• Coordinate and deliver stakeholder events and promotional activities.
• Develop newsletters, communications and marketing content to promote the program.

Skills

Excellent communication

Interpersonal skills

Organization

Time-management

Relationship building

Problem-solving

Attention to detail

Independence

Microsoft Office

Tools

Microsoft Office

Job description

Australian Optimal Recruitment – Sydney NSW

Full time, Permanent

Since 1997 a long-established Northern Beaches charity has been supporting young people to successfully transition from adolescence to adulthood. Working alongside schools, businesses and the community to help young people develop the skills and confidence they need for life, work and wellbeing.

We are looking for a Work Placement Coordinator to join the team and play a key role in connecting secondary school students with meaningful workplace experiences.

You will build relationships with local businesses to develop suitable placement opportunities, work closely with teachers and school staff, and provide students with the support they need to understand workplace expectations and get the most from their experience.

Responsibilities:

• Build and maintain relationships with local employers to secure suitable work placement opportunities for students.


• Work closely with schools, teachers and nominated school staff to coordinate student registrations, placements and evaluations.


• Support students with work readiness, helping them understand workplace expectations and prepare for their placement.


• Match students with appropriate placement opportunities based on their individual needs and circumstances.


• Maintain regular communication with schools, employers, students, parents and other relevant stakeholders.


• Develop relationships with local industry and business networks to increase participation in the program.


• Coordinate and deliver stakeholder events, appreciation activities and promotional initiatives.


• Develop newsletters, communications and marketing content to promote the program and share student outcomes.


• Maintain accurate student records, case notes and program documentation.


• Monitor placement progress and gather feedback to evaluate and continually improve the program.


• Develop and manage partnerships with businesses and other organisations, including negotiating partnership arrangements and obligations.


• Work collaboratively with key stakeholders including government and education bodies.


• Ensure all activities comply with relevant child protection, privacy and other legislative requirements.


• Monitor program expenditure and work within allocated budgets.

Skills/Attributes:

• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.


• Strong organisation, administration and time-management skills.


• The ability to manage multiple priorities and coordinate projects


• Confidence in building relationships with businesses, schools and other stakeholders.


• Strong problem-solving and conflict-resolution skills.


• Good attention to detail and accurate documentation skills.


• The ability to work independently while also contributing positively to a team.


• Integrity, professionalism and a genuine interest in supporting young people.


• Confidence using Microsoft Office and other business systems.

Essential Requirements

• Current NSW C Class Driver's License.


• Valid Working with Children Check (or willingness to obtain).


• National Police Check (or willingness to obtain as part of onboarding)


• A current First Aid Certificate would be advantageous but is not essential.


• Permanent Residency or Citizenship

To be successful in this role you might come from a background in administration, coordination, recruitment, education, employment services, business development, community services or a similar environment.

If you are a highly organised, relationship-focused coordinator who enjoys variety, working with people and seeing the positive results of your work, we would love to hear from you.