Job Description

At the Y , we run thriving community centres serving the needs of residents in Acacia Ridge, Cannon Hill, Mango Hill, North Lakes, Victoria Point, Ipswich, Yarrabilba, Springfield Central, and Springfield Lakes. YMCA Community Centres provide a safe and welcoming space for people to connect, have fun and receive support. The Buzz, YMCA Yarrabilba Community Centre are currently recruiting a Program Officer to join their friendly and collaborative team on a fixed term part time basis for 12 hours per week until December 2025. About The Role As a Program Officer you will: Plan, coordinate, and deliver weekly and seasonal community events that promote participation and social connection. Activate local parks and facilities through a range of inclusive events, workshops, and engagement activities that align with community interests and priorities. Develop and manage event schedules, budgets, logistics, and risk assessments in line with organisational policies. Partner and liaise with local stakeholders, community organisations, businesses and suppliers to deliver high-quality community events. Ensure timely promotion of activities through local channels, including flyers, digital communication, and community partners. Evaluate event success and community impact through feedback collection, attendance data, and continuous improvement practices. Essential ABOUT YOU Demonstrated experience coordinating community programs, projects, or events. Excellent interpersonal and communication skills, with a demonstrated ability to engage diverse groups and foster inclusive participation. Strong organisational and time management skills with the ability to manage multiple projects and deadlines. Experience working with minimal supervision and a proactive, collaborative approach to problem solving. Current Queensland Working with Children Blue Card (or willingness to obtain). Current Queensland Driver’s Licence. Availability to work flexible hours including mornings and afternoons, plus occasional weekends to suit event delivery. Desirable Experience activating community spaces or working in community development, social inclusion, or recreation sectors. Familiarity with evaluating community programs and using community feedback to shape future initiatives. Current First Aid and CPR certifications. High level of computer literacy, including event promotion tools such as Canva or social media platforms. Benefits The Y offer a range of fantastic employee benefits which include: Generous Salary Packaging (up to $15,900 pa) Free YMCA Gym Membership Discounted accommodation on George Williams Hotel Discounted rates at our childcare facilities Discounted rate on healthcare through Medibank A range of online benefits through our online employee discounts and benefits program APPLICATION To apply , submit your resume and cover letter outlining how your experience is aligned with the selection criteria. Click the ‘Apply’ button now! Our Commitment About 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 YMCA is an equal opportunity employer and is committed to safeguarding children and young people. Applicants are advised that it is an offence for a person disqualified or suspended from holding a blue card to commence or continue in regulated, child-related employment . Show more Show less