Youth Parliament Taskforce Volunteer – Committee Advisors

14 hours ago

Canberra, ACT, Australia YMCA Canberra Full time $40,000 - $60,000 per year

Y Canberra Youth Parliament – Taskforce Committee Advisor

About the role

This volunteer role supports the Y's mission to provide civic education for young people. As a Taskforce Committee Advisor, you'll mentor Youth Parliament participants in the Canberra region, helping with communication, management, events, and program content.

What you'll do

· Mentor and support Youth Parliament participants

· Assist with bill writing, workshops, and community consultations

· Oversee committee communication, content, speeches, and presentations

· Run training sessions and workshops

· Supervise and support participant wellbeing

· Help deliver events, training weekends, and sitting week

· Promote respect, inclusivity, and safe environments for all young people

Time commitment

· –2 days per fortnight during the program

· Mandatory: Sitting week (5 days), Launch event, and Training weekends

What we're looking for

· Strong communication & interpersonal skills

· Team-focused and self-motivated

· Willing to try new ideas

· Organised, detail-oriented, and reliable

· Passionate about youth development, social cohesion, and the Y's values

Why Join The Y?

· At The Y, we're committed to creating a rewarding and supportive workplace where both children and our team thrive. Here's why you'll love working with us:

· Health & Wellbeing Support – Enjoy free flu shots and 24/7 access to confidential counselling for you and your immediate family through Telus Health Global.

· Employee Perks & Discounts – Access exclusive rewards through Y Thanks.

· WWVP & WWCC Renewal Reimbursement – We reimburse the cost of your Working with Vulnerable People (WWVP) check and Working with Children Check (WWCC) renewal (for eligible staff).

· Medibank Corporate Health Cover – Get a 9% discount on your health insurance.

· Beny - Get access to exclusive perks and insights Made to enhance physical, mental, social and financial wellbeing

Our Commitment to Safeguarding:

At The Y, child safety is our top priority. We thoroughly screen all candidates, including criminal/police checks and reference checks, to ensure we have the right people supporting the children in our care.

To find out more please View our Safeguarding Children and Young People Policy: Safeguarding-Policy pdf 

Important Information

· Candidates must have the legal right to work in Australia without sponsorship.

· Pre-employment checks include:

· Nationally Coordinated Criminal History Check (NCCHC)

· International Police Check (if applicable)

· Two reference checks

Applications close on Wednesday, October 2, 2025, at 11:59 PM, unless suitable candidates are found earlier.

Due to the high volume of applications, only shortlisted candidates will be contacted.

Ready to Make a Difference?

Apply now and be part of a team that's shaping young minds and creating a positive, supportive community. We can't wait to welcome you

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