Youth Parliament Coordinator

Our Quest

The Y WA is a not-for-profit organisation that believes in the power of inspired young people. We’ve been creating positive change and social impact in WA communities, from the Pilbara to the Great Southern, for over 110 years through our impactful youth and community programs, children’s services, and health and wellness facilities.

We’re currently recruiting a Part-Time Youth Parliament Coordinator. This role is responsible for all operational aspects of the YMCA WA’s Youth Parliament Program in our head office in Welshpool, ensuring the smooth running of the project and adherence to stated key performance indicators and outcomes.

The Y WA’s Youth Parliament program endeavours to educate, empower and unite young people to bring about positive social change. The program provides young people with an opportunity to share their ideas and views with their community and the State Government.

Your Perks

• You'll be earning $99,450 - $103,954.5 (pro rata for Part-time)
• Salary packaging up to $15,899 per annum. Salary packaging allows you to pay for your expenses with money from your salary before tax is taken out – meaning you pay less tax and take home more of your pay
• Access to our Employee Assistance Program
• Generous discounts on corporate healthcare (up to 8%)
• Growth & Professional Development Opportunities
• Work for a WA based not for profit with a long history of making a real difference in the local community
• Working in an organisation with unwavering focus and commitment to safeguarding children and young people first and foremost in everything we do.

What you’ll be doing

The Youth Parliament Coordinator is responsible for the running of the Youth Parliament Program. This begins with selecting and training the Youth Parliament Taskforce. Over the year this person will coordinate this group of volunteers to ensure the successful operation of the program. The coordinator oversees the delivery of the program which involves managing key relationships with stakeholders, handling administrative tasks such as reporting and responding to emails, supporting participants with their engagement in the program, and ensuring all activities comply with safeguarding and work health safety procedures. This role requires the coordinator to be present and coordinate the operations of the weeklong camp in July.

You’ll be great in this role if you…

• Have knowledge of parliamentary processes
• Have preferably prior engagement in the Youth Parliament program desired.
• Have current First Aid and CPR qualifications or willingness to obtain.
• Have a National Police Clearance and WA Working with Children Check card or willingness to obtain.
• Have high standard of professionalism and integrity.
• Have a First Aid Certificate.
• Have a valid C-class Driver’s License

Our latest survey results

At the Y WA, we thrive on feedback and deeply value our people’s insights that drive positive change. With 9% growth in employee engagement over the past 12 months, our latest survey shows that our people love our open communication, recognition and the genuine care we provide for their wellbeing. They take pride in knowing their efforts impact our goals and make a real difference in the lives of children and young people. Join us and be part of a team that makes a lasting impact.

How to apply

Click on the “Apply” button below to submit your application. Please submit a cover letter and CV with your application. For the full job descriptions click on the PDF file on the attachment links below. Should you require any further information please call Alaa Salim +61 473 153 855.

Closing date: Friday the 25th of July
We may start interviews before the closing date.

At the Y, we are committed to empowering all Children and Young People to feel safe and be safe, at the Y, in their families and in their communities. As such, we ensure that all of our candidates are appropriately screened (including police checks) to make sure that the right people are in the right roles.

To learn more about our screening processes, click here to view our Safeguarding Children and Young People Policy: https://ymca.org.au/about-us/safeguarding-children-young-people/safeguardingresources/

The Y WA kindly requests no unsolicited resumes or approaches from recruitment agencies or third parties.