Youth Development Officer

• Are you a passionate advocate for young people?
• Do you have the skills and experience to help them reach their full potential?

We have an opportunity to join our team as a Youth Development Officer, on a full time, fixed term basis.

About the role

In this role, you will play an important role in supporting the development of young people in our community. You'll work with young people to identify their needs and interests and develop impactful programs and initiatives that meet these needs and that align with the City's Learning City Strategy and Strategic Community Plan, as well as provide support in the implementation of the National Principles for Childsafe Organisations. You'll also work with other stakeholders, such as schools, local businesses, and community organisations to create a supportive environment for young people across the City of Canning to thrive.

A snapshot of your new role:

• Researching and identifying youth needs, priorities, and trends
• Developing, facilitating, and evaluating youth development programs that align with the City's Learning City Strategy and Strategic Community Plan
• Developing and implementing strategies that promote youth civic engagement, social connection, learning, and leadership
• Developing and supporting partnerships with a range of internal and external stakeholders
• Support the Coordinator Youth Services with the implementation of National Principles for Childsafe Organisations
• Mentoring young people and facilitating access to resources, information and opportunities that help them achieve their goals
• Supporting the facilitation of the Youth Consultant Network
• Support the Coordinator Youth Services in reviewing and developing policies and practices which improves the efficiency of service provision

How you will thrive in this role:

• A qualification in Youth or Community Development, combined with proven experience in a youth or community development role
• Demonstrated experience working with young people from diverse and complex backgrounds
• Ability to research, evaluate and develop strategies and solutions that target youth engagement and development
• Strong organisational skills and ability to contribute to and manage multiple youth projects on the go
• Experience engaging service providers and developing partnerships with stakeholders
• Knowledge of best practice youth development principles
• Strong written and verbal communication skills
• Highly developed interpersonal skills and ability to foster genuine, positive relationships
• Ability to work autonomously and independently, while also working within the wider team
• Availability to attend larger youth events to support the team, such as Youth Fest
• Current 'C' class driver's license with reliable vehicle in order to attend various work sites
• Current WA Working with Children Check and National Police Clearance (within six months validity)
• A passion for working with young people and youth development

Why apply for this role?

• Full-time, temporary position (until December 2025) in a rewarding, community focused role
• Monthly rostered day off
• $81, $85,193.25 per annum + super
• 17.5% paid Annual Leave Loading for when you take annual leave
• We match super contributions to help you save for your future
• Discounted health insurance, free flu vaccinations, skins checks and other well-being events
• Great year-round wellbeing and social calendars
• Free on-site parking
• Free confidential Employee Assistance Program for personal and professional support
• Genuine commitment to learning and development
• Membership to Canning and Riverton Leisureplexes (gym, aquatics, sauna, group fitness)

Impact the Community in a Big Way

The City of Canning aims to be a welcoming and thriving city, giving our people an opportunity to thrive through work that truly makes a difference  With a population of over 100,000 over 64 square km of land, we provide services to support and develop our community every day. We believe that engaging people with diverse backgrounds and all abilities will assist in delivering superior services to our community and are committed to the principles of equal opportunity for all.

Canning welcomes you to apply:

Click APPLY to complete the application and submit your Resume and Cover Letter (PDF format preferred).  You may also contact Thuy Wood on for a confidential discussion.  Visit our website for more information about the role.

Applications are open until 5.00pm 8 September 2025. We reserve the right to contact applicants and close the advertising period early.