Youth Parliament Coordinator

4 months ago

Fortitude Valley, Australia YMCA Brisbane Full time

Hi, Hello, Galang nguruindhau, Gude, Wiswai,

**About the team**

YMCA is a not-for-profit organisation with leading services in childcare, fitness, camping, education, hospitality, youth recreation and community programs. We have been working in local communities across Australia since 1854.

YMCA Head Office is recruiting a** Youth Parliament Coordinator** on a **Fixed Term Part-Time** basis to join our team located in **Fortitude Valley, QLD.**

**About the role**

As a Youth Parliament Coordinator, this role is to deliver a professional, safe and empowering Youth Parliament program. The coordinator has responsibility for the selection, induction, training and leadership of the volunteer executive team who are charged with the delivery of the program. The coordinator will also undertake all planning, administrative and event management tasks relevant to the program, including liaising with all stakeholders to ensure the program meets the required outcomes.

**What will my time look like?**
- Develop and maintain a clear understanding of all agreements related to the program including but not limited to the Youth Parliament Service agreement and Memorandum of Understanding Providing support and guidance in accordance with organisational WH&S policies and procedures, legislation, regulations and codes of practice to establishment managers, supervisory staff and other key stakeholders regarding health and safety matters
- Ensure the program continues to meet the requirements of the Human Services Quality Framework Conduct periodic safety assessment audits of YMCA worksites
- Select, induct and oversee compliance by the Youth Parliament Executive of all YMCA training, policies, procedures and risk management systems
- Contribute to the growth of the program through maintaining excellent professional relationships with all stakeholders to facilitate the achievement of program outcomes for all parties
- Develop and deliver appropriate leadership, mentoring and training programs for the YMCA Youth Parliament Executive

**What’s in it for you?**

Youth Parliament Coordinator position at the YMCA Head Office will be involved in overseeing programs and initiatives related to youth engagement and advocacy. This might include coordinating events, managing communications with participants, and working with other stakeholders to support youth development. You will be able to work closely with key stakeholders in provide support and guidance.

**Am I a good match?**
- Currently possess a First Aid and CPR certificate.
- Currently possess, or be willing to obtain, a positive notice Blue Card in accordance with the Working with Children (Risk Management and Screening) Act 2000
- Achievement of YMCA’s Safeguarding Children Training Certificate and complete annual refresher training.
- Demonstrated event management skills and experience.
- A clear understanding of the Queensland Governments Youth Strategy.
- Extensive knowledge of Government and Parliamentary systems and processes.
- Current open driver’s license and willingness to travel.
- Strong leadership skills including the ability to positively influence a range of stakeholders.
- Strong communication and interpersonal skills including the ability to communicate effectively with a range of stakeholders.
- The ability to organise, multitask and prioritise work effectively.

**Here’s what on offer?**
- Salary Packaging up to $15,900 per annum
- Discounts for all Y OSHC Services and Day Care Facilities
- Discounted banking and loan rates with CommBank
- Free gym membership which includes our very cool fitness classes
- Discounted rates for private health insurance with Medibank
- Opportunity to participate in and give back to Y programs
- Enjoy a discounted overnight stay at George William Hotel
- Counselling Employee Assistance Program

**Other stuff to know**
- To learn more about our screening processes, click here to view our Safeguarding Children and Young People Policy:_
- Applicants are advised that it is an offence for a person disqualified or suspended from holding a blue card to commence or continue in regulated, child-related employment_.

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