Youth Development Programs Lead

Council Jobs; Randwick; On-site; AUD 70,000 - 95,000; Full time

Job summary

Randwick City Council is seeking a Youth Development Officer to lead initiatives that enhance participation, wellbeing and skills for young people in Randwick. You will work with the community and stakeholders to implement programs that build capacity and resilience, enabling youth to engage in community life and develop their abilities.

The role focuses on developing youth-focused programs, collaborating with Council teams, and contributing to youth policies and strategic plans that reflect

Qualifications

• Tertiary qualifications in youth work, social work or related fields.
• Experience in community development and capacity building with young people.
• Experience in project planning, implementation and evaluation.
• Strong communication with diverse stakeholder groups, especially youth.

Responsibilities

• Plan and coordinate sustainable community capacity-building initiatives and partnerships to boost youth participation, wellbeing and development.
• Develop, implement, and promote youth-focused programs, activities and events aligned with Council objectives.
• Contribute to youth policies and strategies, including strategic plans addressing youth needs.
• Collaborate with Council teams to improve youth outcomes in policies, plans and events.

Skills

Project management

Stakeholder engagement

Community development

Youth communication

Education

Youth Work

Social Work

Social Sciences

Community Development

Health Promotion

Job description

Randwick City Council is seeking a Youth Development Officer to lead initiatives that enhance participation, wellbeing and skills for young people in Randwick. You will work with the community and stakeholders to implement programs that build capacity and resilience, enabling youth to engage in community life and develop their abilities.

The role focuses on developing youth-focused programs, collaborating with Council teams, and contributing to youth policies and strategic plans that reflect