Description:
Not all heroes wear capes … but plenty of them are here at Youth Projects!
A bit about the role
Are you driven by a passion for social impact and community engagement? Youth Projects is on the lookout for a dedicated Team Leader of Community Partnerships to be the face of our organisation in the community. In this influential role, you’ll spearhead our engagement strategy, actively bringing new clients into our services while leading a team of Community Partnership Coordinators.
As the Team Leader, you will cultivate strong, meaningful partnerships with local groups, schools, government agencies, and other stakeholders. Your efforts will position Youth Projects as a trusted ally in supporting disadvantaged and vulnerable youth, enhancing our brand, and creating vital pathways for assistance across all facets of our organization.
You will ensure your team delivers outstanding performance aligned with our strategic goals, driving achievement of KPIs related to partnerships. Additionally, you’ll manage MOUs to establish and sustain impactful collaborations.
Please note this is a Parental Leave 12 Month Contract
Want to challenge yourself and see what real change looks like? Come join the Youth Projects Team.
Now … let’s talk about you
You are a passionate advocate for social impact, with a proven track record in community engagement and partnership development.
Your ability to connect with diverse stakeholders—from local groups to government agencies—enables you to build meaningful, lasting relationships.
You thrive in leadership roles, guiding your team to achieve strategic goals while fostering a collaborative and inclusive environment.
Your experience in driving engagement strategies and managing key performance indicators equips you to elevate Youth Projects’ mission.
You are committed to supporting disadvantaged and vulnerable young people, and your innovative approach to problem-solving ensures that you create impactful pathways for assistance.
A bit about us
We are an independent, registered charity providing front line support to young people and people experiencing homelessness to open pathways out of poverty and homelessness – breaking the cycle of disadvantage. Our focus is on respect, client-centred care, and harm prevention so people can lead longer lives, have improved health, meaningful employment, and a greater sense of belonging, safety, and security through our holistic model of care.
Why should you work with us?
We’re all about keeping things professional while still having a blast at work! Our team brings high energy to everything we do, but we also know when take it easy. Flexibility is key here—whether you’re tackling the next big project or taking time for yourself, we’ve got your work/life balance covered. And let’s not forget, every day you’re here, you’re making a real impact to real people. But that’s just the start.
Check out these awesome perks waiting for you:
- Free, locally roasted coffee at the office ☕
- A portion of your income as tax-free through generous salary packaging benefits
- PLUS additional tax-free salary packaging on meals & entertainment expenses
- Flexible work environment & flexibility to take extra unpaid leave for travel while working
- 17.5% Annual Leave Loading
- Uncapped Employee Assistance Program
- Additional paid leave for caregiving, wellbeing, family violence, study PLUS an extra five personal leave days
Have you made it this far?
If you’re still reading, we think there’s a strong chance you might be our kind of person.
Send through your resume + a cover letter by clicking “Apply for the Job.”
Recruitment for this position will be undertaken as applications are received, and only successful applicants will be notified. Please note that it is a requirement of all Youth Projects positions that the successful applicant holds a valid Working Children’s Check or Police Check.
Our commitment to diversity: At Youth Projects, we value diversity and believe that people from a range of backgrounds bring a variety of ideas, perspectives, and experiences that will enhance our effectiveness. We promote a workplace that actively seeks to include, welcome, and value unique contributions and encourage applications from candidates with disabilities, culturally and linguistically diverse backgrounds, and Indigenous candidates.
Safety screening: Youth Projects is committed to being a child-safe organisation, providing an environment where children who come into contact with the organisation feel safe. Youth Projects has zero tolerance