Youth Development Officer
- Make a difference with and for young people. Create opportunities. Amplify young voices. Build stronger communities.
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Join Kingston’s Youth Services team and support young people to thrive, connect and lead
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2 x Full-Time and 2 x Part-Time (0.8 FTE, 30.24 hrs/week) opportunities
- $100,968 - $110,162 per annum (dependent on experience) + superannuation
- Based in Mordialloc, delivering across Kingston
Are you passionate about empowering young people to have a voice, build connections and create positive change in their community?
The City of Kingston is seeking an enthusiastic and experienced Youth Development Officer to join our Youth Services team as we embark on a new and refreshed model of youth services. This exciting new role will work alongside young people, community organisations, schools and key stakeholders to design and deliver innovative programs, projects and initiatives that support young people aged 10-25 years to thrive.
Working within a youth participation framework, you will help ensure young people are actively involved in shaping decisions, services and opportunities that affect their lives while contributing to positive wellbeing, inclusion and community outcomes.
There are multiple roles available, with portfolio focus areas assigned to each, please indicate any preference in your application.
- Creative and Events (full time)
- Recreation and Wellbeing (full time)
- Entrepreneurship and Pathways (part time)
- Leadership (part time)
About the Role
As a Youth Development Officer, you will:
- Facilitate meaningful youth participation and engagement opportunities.
- Design, coordinate and evaluate innovative youth programs and initiatives.
- Build strong partnerships with schools, community and local services.
- Research emerging youth trends and identify opportunities for service innovation.
- Support young people through strengths-based initiatives, information, advocacy and referral.
- Contribute to the implementation of Kingston's Youth Strategy and Action Plan.
- Assist with grant opportunities, partnerships and community development initiatives.
- Promote youth programs and increase participation across Kingston.
About You
You are someone who:
- Has experience working in youth services, community development or a related field.
- Understands youth participation, co-design and strengths-based practice.
- Is skilled at engaging and building relationships with diverse young people and communities.
- Can design, deliver and evaluate programs that respond to community needs.
- Enjoys collaborating with stakeholders and developing community partnerships.
- Brings creativity, initiative and a solutions-focused mindset.
- Is committed to inclusion, equity, child safety and positive outcomes for young people.
Essential Qualifications and Experience
- Tertiary qualification in Youth Work, Social Work, Community Development or a related discipline
- Current Working with Children Check
- Victorian Driver Licence
- National Criminal History Check (or willingness to obtain)
The right candidate will be able to demonstrate the City of Kingston’s values of
We make a difference ǀ We show care and respect ǀ We take pride in our work ǀ We are better together
Don’t meet every single requirement for this role? At Kingston Council, we recognise that different experiences make for great community outcomes. If you are excited about this role, but your experience doesn’t perfectly align to the criteria we encourage you to submit your application.
To learn more about this role, please view the full Position Description on our Careers website
If you are interested in this opportunity, please submit your resume and a cover letter outlining your experience and how it relates to the role. To apply, please click the ‘Apply’ button.
All applications must be submitted online through our careers portal. Please note that we do not accept applications or inquiries from recruitment agencies
Enquiries
For any enquiries about the position, please contact, Tanya Marques, Team Leader Youth Services at Tanya.Marques@kingston.vic.gov.au
To be considered for this role, applicants must have the legal right to work in Australia.
For any reasonable adjustments or access needs during the application or interview process, please contact the Hiring Manager or email us at peopleandculture@kingston.vic.gov.au
About Kingston
Kingston Council’s collective focus is on delivering exceptional service that achieves our vision and meets community expectations.
We are an inclusive, resilient community with a thriving economy, where we all share a safe, sustainable environment. The City of Kingston is south-east of Melbourne and is approximately 20km from Melbourne's CBD. We employ over 1,600 people in a diverse range of roles including engineering, customer service, administration, finance, family, youth and children's services, sport and recreation, health, parks and gardens, planning, arts and management.
Why Join Kingston?
At Kingston, we are committed to creating a workplace where people feel valued, supported and inspired to make a difference.
You will be joining a passionate and progressive Youth Services team that is focused on:
- Youth participation and co-design.
- Innovation and continuous improvement.
- Professional development and reflective practice.
- Building stronger communities and positive outcomes for young people.
- Collaboration, inclusion and community connection.
We offer:
- Flexible working arrangements.
- Professional development opportunities.
- Supportive leadership and supervision.
- A collaborative team culture.
- The opportunity to create meaningful change for young people in Kingston.
For further information visit our website Join our team - City of Kingston
Kingston City Council is an equal opportunity employer, committed to reconciliation and being a child safe organisation.
We are dedicated to attracting, retaining, and developing people of all genders, ethnicities, sexual orientations, abilities, and ages.
Applications are encouraged from all sectors of the community, and we strongly encourage applications from the Aboriginal and/or Torres Strait Islander community. We support adjustments throughout the recruitment and selection process, as well as during employment.
