Youth Officer

• 1.0EFT, permanent role $99,826.83 - $108,811.49 including 11% superannuation.
• Hybrid working model and work/life flexibility in place
• Support a wide range of activities within Council’s Youth Programs

Are you passionate about the needs of people aged 12-25? Are you interested in advocating and elevating the voices of younger people? Working within the Social and Community Planning team this role leads Youth programming at Baw Baw Shire Council. The role involves developing strong relationships with younger people, our community and external partners to achieve the priorities of younger people through local programs and projects. It is an exciting role, with a connection to a range of activities and youth-led initiatives.About Baw Baw Shire CouncilA Baw Baw Shire Council career goes beyond business as usual. You'll find exciting development pathways rich in opportunity. Our thriving and engaged culture-first workplace is built on the passion and talent of people who proudly deliver vital services and exciting projects to a community they care about.Our organisation comprises of a multicultural workplace of around 400 full-time, part-time and casual employees, all benefiting from great flexibility, work/life sway, study support, health and wellbeing initiatives and ongoing learning and development programs.At Baw Baw Shire Council, we invite our people to tackle projects that keep them inspired. We encourage the exploration of new ideas. We support the enhancement of building on current skills and developing new ones.Located adjacent to Melbourne, Baw Baw Shire is one of Victoria's fastest growing municipalities with freeway and V/Line access into Melbourne's CBD and suburbs. This allows easy access to training, seminars and conferences in the city, without diminishing the direct impact that comes from working within a close-knit rural community.To learn more visit www.bawbawshire.vic.gov.auAbout the RoleWorking within the Social and Community Planning team this role will be responsible for:

• Reviewing, implementing and monitoring Council’s Youth Strategy (Future in Focus 2024-2028) to guide Council’s works as it relates to young people and Council’s broader objectives for families and children through a partnership with young people and relevant agencies.
• Determining the changing and new needs of young people. Identify opportunities and develop processes to work collaboratively with local agencies to provide a responsive and integrated local service system.
• Identifying and analysing State, Commonwealth and Local Government and non-government policies that relate to young people and formulate policy advice and directions for Council.
• Providing specialist advice and knowledge to council staff on issues related to young people land the local, regional and state-wide service sectors.
• Developing and coordinating the Youth Voices program or similar Council led initiatives, to provide Younger People with a connection to Council, leadership development and the opportunity to inform Council’s Youth programming.
• Securing external funding to achieve Council’s priorities for young people including applying for grants, meeting grant requirements and completing acquittals.
• Developing and coordinating the FreeZa Committee to develop appropriate skills to facilitate events and activities that meet the funding obligations.
• Advocating for the needs of young people in Baw Baw Shire.
• Facilitating other funded programs related to Youth as required.
• Providing young people the opportunity to participate in a wide range of activities and programs which align with Council’s strategic plans including the Council Plan and Municipal Public Health and Wellbeing Plan.
• Ensuring that young people in the municipality become more familiar with all available youth services.

About the Successful CandidateThe successful candidate will hold a relevant qualification as detailed in the position description or relevant work skills and experience in the field. They will also have skills in developing good relationships and working within a team. They will have the ability to work closely with communities to facilitate positive results. Experience in Local Government, Youth Work or Community Development would be advantageous.Further Information and How To ApplyTo apply, please review the and complete your application below including a current copy of your resume and a covering letter.Applications close 5pm May 26 2024 and must be submitted through the application form below.Baw Baw Shire Council is an equal opportunity employer and works in the interest of the safety of children and young people. Our recruitment processes reflect this commitment.