About the role

You will lead the Youth Leadership Program, working directly with young people aged 12–25 who are disengaged or at risk.

Key responsibilities
Plan and run on-country day trips and camps alongside Elders and community members
Identify opportunities and programs for improved youth services
Provide one-on-one and group support in secure, culturally robust spaces
Recruit and supervise a full-time Youth Support Worker
Partner with schools, services and agencies for joined-up support
Track and report on program outcomes

About you (Selection criteria)
Understands Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander cultures and can communicate sensitively in a discrete Aboriginal community
Experience working with young people (youth work, community services, education, sport or similar) with trauma-informed, culturally protected practice
Robust communicator with young people, families and government agencies
Works independently and meets deadlines in a remote community setting
Keeps good records and contributes to program and funding reports




Blue Card (Working with Children Check)
Satisfactory Criminal History Check
Current 'C' Class Open (Manual) or 'LR' Driver's License valid in Queensland
Current First Aid and CPR Certificate, or willingness to obtain within a short timeframe

About us

The Wujal Wujal Justice Group Aboriginal Corporation (WWJG) is a community-controlled organisation funded by the Queensland Department of Justice and Attorney-General and other Australian Government and not-for-profit organisations. Guided by our Elders and community, we work to keep young people and adults out of the criminal justice system and build a safer, stronger Wujal Wujal.

What we offer
A rare opportunity to make a genuine, visible difference in a small community
Work guided by Elders and community on some of the most beautiful country in Australia
Vehicle available (only for site use and for work).

📌 Youth Development Officer Wujal Wujal (Australia)
🏢 Wujal Wujal Justice Group Indigenous
📍 Australia