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Perth, Western AustraliaFull-timeDescriptionContract (3 year fixed-term)Full-time (average of 38 hours per week)Gross Salary Range: $108,076 - $115,081 per annum, plus up to an additional $10,000 profession allowance (dependant on skills and experience), plus superannuationAre you passionate about youth development and community engagement? Do you have the leadership skills to guide a dynamic team and manage a vibrant community facility? If so, we have an exciting opportunity for you!Why You Should ApplyLead & Inspire: Provide strategic leadership, guidance, and support to a team of youth development staff, ensuring the successful delivery of programs and services that address the needs and aspirations of young people in the City of Rockingham.Diverse Programs: Oversee a huge range of initiatives, including training and information workshops, arts programs, drop-in and gaming sessions, up-skill programs, case management, and youth events. Every day offers new opportunities to make a difference.Engage & Empower: Coordinate the Citys Youth Reference Group, giving a voice to local young people and fostering a strong connection with the community.Facility Management: Utilise your expertise to activate and manage the Citys Youth Centre, ensuring it remains a hub of activity and engagement for young people.Professional Growth: Work in an environment that supports your career development, offering opportunities for training, development, and advancement in the community development sector.As a key member of the Community Capacity Building team, you will coordinate activities aligned with the Citys Strategy for Early Years, Children, and Young People 2024 - 2030. Youll oversee the day-to-day staffing, operations, and programming at the Rockingham Youth Centre, ensuring it remains a safe, welcoming, and innovative space for young people. Additionally, youll collaborate with other City of Rockingham teams and external stakeholders to activate various spaces and facilities, empowering young people to engage in a wide range of programs and services across the City.What We Are OfferingA base salary range of $108,076- $115,081 per annumOption to work a 19 day month or a 9 day fortnightThe position ahs access to a vehicle for commuting purposesFlexible working arrangementsTwo additional paid days of absence per annumOpportunity for study leave / support11.5% superannuation with the option to co-contribute up to a further 5%An award-winning health and wellbeing program, including annual subsidy (reimbursement up to $150 per annum) for physical activities (e.g. sports club or gym memberships), free flu vaccinations, free skin cancer checks, mental health programs and Employee Assistance Provider (EAP) servicesSalary packaging opportunities for motor vehicles, etc.About UsThe City of Rockingham is an award winning local government located 40KM south of the Perth CBD and is known as the place where the coast comes to life. One of the fastest growing local governments in the south metropolitan area, we are responsible for the provision and delivery of high quality services, facilities and events that meet or exceed community expectations. Providing a safe and healthy workplace for our employees is important to us and we are committed to employing team members who share the Citys Values of Recognition, Ethics, Service, Professional Development, Empowerment, Communication and Teamwork RESPECT. These Values are incorporated into all aspects of employment at the City.How To ApplyAs part of the online application process, you will need to address the following essential selection criteria.We need to see how youve demonstrated these skills in previous roles. Applications that do not adequately address these criteria will not be considered.Selection criteriaLeadership: High-level leadership skills with demonstrated experience in coordinating and managing a team.Facility Management: Experience in managing and overseeing a community facility.Youth Sector Knowledge: Comprehensive knowledge of the youth sector, including statutory and legislative requirements, as well as youth work principles and ethics.Communication & Strategy: High-level verbal, interpersonal, and written communication skills, including research and analysis, report writing, strategy development/review, contract oversight, and grant management.Applications must be submitted online by 4pm, Friday 27 June 2025. The City reserves the right to close applications earlier should a sufficient pool of candidates be established. So if this is a role for you, we strongly encourage you to apply before the closing day.An information package, including the position description, is available on our website.If you identify as a person with disability and require support submitting your application, or adjustments throughout the recruitment process please contact the Recruitment Team via email at jobs@rockingham.wa.gov.au or phone 08 9528 0333.This process may be used to fill future similar permanent or fixed-term positions that may become available in the City during the next 12 months.The City of Rockingham encourages candidates from a diverse range of backgrounds, including First Nations people, people living with disability and people who speak a first language other than English.Apply for this roleVisit siteShare #J-18808-Ljbffr