Youth Development Officer – Flexible Leave & Parking

Ku-ring-gai Council; Sydney; On-site; AUD 85,000 - 98,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Flex Leave

Free onsite parking

Fitness Passport access

Health & Fitness reimbursement

Job summary

Ku-ring-gai Council in New South Wales seeks an experienced Youth Development Officer to deliver programs across Gordon and St Ives. You will lead activities, build partnerships with schools and community groups, and help shape the new Youth Plan reflecting young people’s priorities.

The role blends direct youth work with community planning, requiring strong communication, organisational skills and a collaborative approach.

Qualifications

• Diploma or Degree in Youth Work, Social Science or related discipline.
• 4+ years experience with direct youth work and program development.
• Strong communication and relationship-building skills with diverse backgrounds.
• Excellent organisational skills and ability to manage multiple projects.
• Collaborative approach with experience building partnerships across schools and stakeholders.
• Working with Children Check, Class C Driver Licence and First Aid or willingness to obtain.
• Eligibility for Council’s flex leave (flexible work scheme).
• Novated Lease options available for private use vehicles.
• Free onsite parking and Fitness Passport access.
• Health & Fitness reimbursement up to $100 annually.
• Opportunity to purchase up to 2 weeks additional annual leave.

Responsibilities

• Deliver engaging youth programs across Gordon and St Ives Youth Centres.
• Plan and deliver youth events incl. Youth Week and live music events.
• Develop and facilitate youth participation, leadership and school holiday programs.
• Build partnerships with schools, community organisations and local service providers.
• Engage with young people through outreach, consultation and promotion.
• Maintain high-quality service delivery with accurate record-keeping and volunteer support.
• Support development of Council’s Youth Plan through consultation and capture of priorities.
• Create opportunities for youth leadership and community involvement.

Skills

Youth Work

Stakeholder Engagement

Communication

Project Management

Community Partnerships

Diversity & Inclusion

Education

Diploma/Degree in Youth Work or related

Job description

Ku-ring-gai Council in New South Wales seeks an experienced Youth Development Officer to deliver programs across Gordon and St Ives. You will lead activities, build partnerships with schools and community groups, and help shape the new Youth Plan reflecting young people’s priorities.

The role blends direct youth work with community planning, requiring strong communication, organisational skills and a collaborative approach.