Youth Parliament Taskforce Volunteer

3 days ago

Canberra, ACT, Australia YMCA Canberra Full time $45,000 - $60,000 per year

Volunteer Role: Taskforce Program Facilitator – Youth Parliament

Make a difference. Empower young voices. Shape the future.

At The Y Canberra Region, we empower young people through civic education and leadership opportunities. As a Volunteer Taskforce Program Facilitator, you'll support the Youth Parliament Program, helping develop leadership, collaboration, and civic understanding in young Australians.

This is ideal for someone with strong communication and interpersonal skills and a passion for developing young leaders.


What You'll Do

Working with Program Facilitators and the Youth Project Officer, you will:

  • Support program delivery, design, and management
  • Assist with research, development, evaluation, and governance
  • Lead participant engagement through workshops, mentoring, and communications
  • Coordinate events such as training weekends, launch events, and sitting week
  • Provide guidance and mentorship to participants
  • Ensure a safe and inclusive environment

Time Commitment
  • 1–2 days per fortnight during the program

  • Mandatory attendance at:

  • Youth Parliament Sitting Week (5 days)

  • Participant Training Weekends
  • Program Launch Event

What We're Looking For
  • Self-motivated, team-focused, and communicative
  • Skilled in content creation, stakeholder communication, and program support
  • Creative, detail-oriented, and solution-focused
  • Passionate about youth development and civic engagement
  • Committed to The Y Canberra Region's values of respect, inclusivity, and community impact

Why Join The Y?
  • Health & Wellbeing Support – free flu shots and 24/7 counselling via Telus Health Global
  • Employee Perks & Discounts – access to Y Thanks rewards, plus 20% off Y Canberra services
  • Paid Onboarding & Training – fully paid from day one
  • WWVP & WWCC Renewal Reimbursement
  • Medibank Corporate Health Cover – 9% discount
  • Beny – perks enhancing physical, mental, social, and financial wellbeing

Safeguarding

Child safety is a priority. All candidates undergo criminal and reference checks. See our Safeguarding Policy for details.


Important Information
  • Candidates must have the legal right to work in Australia without sponsorship
  • Pre-employment checks include NCCHC, international police check (if applicable), and two reference checks

Applications close Wednesday, October 2, 2025, 11:59 PM, unless suitable candidates are found earlier. Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted.


Ready to Make a Difference?

Apply now to shape young minds and contribute to a supportive community.

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