Youth Development Officer - Events

Permanent Full TimeBand 5 - $74,396 - $86,330 plus 11% superPosition attracts RDOThe Youth Development Officer – Events and Activation is responsible for the development, implementation and evaluation of programs, events and activities across the municipality that encourage and increase young people’s social, recreation, leisure and engagement participation, with an emphasis on providing constructive uses of their time in the places and spaces they choose. This involves proactively going where young people are and developing safe, meaningful and engaging programs, events and activities with them.

You Are

• Youth Work and AOD qualified and experienced working with young people using a strength-based framework
• a self-starter, motivated to create and implement high-quality programs and events that are interesting, engaging and well run (including FReeZA)
• passionate, knowledgeable and experienced in planning, delivering and evaluating (including reporting) events and activities for young people that have strong attendance levels
• familiar with the YACVic Code of Ethical Practice, experienced in implementing Child Safe Standards and practices, and understand the role of youth services in a local government context

You Can

• create, develop and co-design a range of programs and services that address the needs of young people and the community, providing safe and welcoming places and spaces, creative and meaningful recreation and leisure options, and engagement through structured activities.
• effectively engage with young people, their stakeholders including parents and teachers, partners and funding bodies, as well as the broader community.
• manage a busy and exciting workload, running a range of programs in an outreach/satellite capacity across the municipality.
• use a range of software and applications, and are able to engage safely in a digital space
• work effectively as part of a team of youth work professionals to engage young people and demonstrate outcomes through your efforts and contribute to a positive work culture

The position description can be accessed below. To find out more about the role, please contact Adrian Larkin, Team Leader Youth Development @ *******@hobsonsbay.vic.gov.au

Applications will be accepted until 11:30PM on Thursday 21 March 2024.

How To Apply

follow the links to send us:

• your cover letter
• and resume
• Please note we do not require the selection criteria to be addressed in a separate document.

Pre-Employment RequirementsProgressed candidates will be required to hold a valid National Police Record Check and Working With Children Check.

Applicants must be an Australian Citizen, Permanent Resident or hold a valid work permit or visa with full unrestricted working rights. Work eligibility will be checked as part of the recruitment process.

Making a difference, together

At Hobsons Bay we work as one to achieve exceptional outcomes for our community.

Hobsons Bay Council is shaping precincts, building community infrastructure, delivering positive environmental, social and economic outcomes through programs and policies, and providing over 120 services to strengthen our diverse community .

If you’re ready to rise to the challenge of making a real difference, join us to help create a community and city that is inclusive, empowered, sustainable and visionary.

What Can We Offer

Council offers hybrid working with newly renovated office facilities in the Civic Centre.

We support ongoing professional development, as your career matters to us!

And we provide an employee assistance program, as well as wellbeing programs for staff including Yoga and Pilates classes, walking clubs and more.

We are a proud inclusive employer. We encourage people from all walks of life to apply for our job opportunities. Our commitment is to provide diverse, safe and inclusive environments where everyone can grow and succeed.

Attachments

• 20240220_PD_Youth Development Officer - Events & Activation.pdf
• 20240220_PD_Youth Development Officer - Events & Activation.docx