Youth Programs Officer

2 days ago

Sydney, New South Wales, Australia Mosman Council Full time $79,000 - $99,975 per year
  • Support young people to build social connection, confidence and pathways to support
  • Join a high performing, agile and creative team closely connected to the Mosman Community
  • Permanent part-time opportunity - 35 hours across a fortnightly roster
  • Total package from $39, $49,987.68 for 17.5 hours/week inclusive of super ($79, $99,975.37 FTE incl. super), travel support and Fitness Passport

About Council and its Culture

We offer diverse and rewarding work with a range of benefits including:

  • Travel Subsidy Program
  • Tertiary Assistance
  • Access to Fitness Passport
  • Genuine work life balance

Additionally, our staff can deliver on initiatives that have a tangible impact on the daily lives of residents.

What You'll Be Working On

Take your next step with a highly regarded Youth Service. Mosman Council is looking for a passionate Youth Programs Officer who has a focus on empowering young people using initiatives that build their skills, voice and purpose.

Reporting to the Team Leader Children and Youth, you will be responsible for a range of programs including but not limited to:

  • Youth leadership, advocacy and skill development initiatives working with a diverse range of youth volunteers and youth participants.
  • Creating and coordinating youth volunteering opportunities that build kills, confidence and pathways into community life.
  • Wellbeing and recreation programs and events in collaboration with community stakeholders and in consultation with young people.
  • Maintaining operations and promotion of daily activities in a Drop In centre setting that provides a safe, welcoming space where young people feel connected and included.
  • Sector support and collaborative projects with the wider Lower North Shore Youth Interagency and partners in the region.

What You'll Bring to the Role

To be successful in this role you will have tertiary qualifications (or be working towards) in Youth Work, Social Sciences or related discipline or demonstrated equivalent experience in related field.

You will have high level experience with creative programming for and supervision of young people. You bring an ability to build and sustain professional relationships with young people, ensuring programs are co-designed with their input and reflect their diverse needs and interests.

You will have strong communication and interpersonal skills, with an ability to work collaboratively in a team setting.

In addition to the above, you will also hold a valid First Aid Certificate or willingness to obtain.

The position is identified as a Child-Related position under the Commission of Children and Young People Act 1998 and the successful candidate is required to hold a valid Working With Children Check.

This position is subject to a Nationally Coordinated Criminal History Check undertaken by Council.

How to Apply

If you enjoy diverse work where no day is the same, apply now You will be able to find out more about the role and access Position Description.

All enquiries regarding this position will remain private and confidential and can be directed to Bob Barr on

Interested, like to know more? Please go to the Careers at Council page of our website at

Applications close: 11:59pm, 30 October 2025

Mosman Council is an equal opportunity employer committed to providing a working environment that embraces and values diversity and inclusion.

Mosman Council is committed to creating safer communities for children and young people.

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