Closing date: 11:59pm AEST Thursday 5 November 2026

Status: Permanent Full-Time (35 hours per week)

Salary: $112,422 - $ 129,285 + 12% superannuation

Randwick City Council is an innovative and progressive Council committed to serving our vibrant community on the eastern beaches of Sydney. Our Community Development team is seeking a Youth Development Officer.

Purpose:

The Youth Development Officer plays a key role in promoting the inclusion, wellbeing and development of young people in Randwick City. This role works closely with the community and stakeholders to implement initiatives that build the capacity and resilience of young people, while creating opportunities for them to participate in community life, connect with others, and develop their skills.

About the role:

- Undertake a planned and coordinated approach to the development of sustainable community capacity building initiatives and partnerships that ultimately improve the community participation, wellbeing and development of young people
- Develop, implement, and promote youth-focused programs, activities and events aligned with Council’s strategic objectives,



ensuring timelines and objectives are met and the voice of young people is reflected in program design
- Contribute to the development and execution of youth-related policies and strategies within local government, including the creation of strategic plans that address youth needs and ambition
- Collaborate with Council teams to improve outcomes for young people in Council policies, plans, strategies, programs and broader community and cultural events

About you:

- Relevant tertiary qualifications in Youth Work, Social Work, Social Sciences, Community Development, Health Promotion or related fields
- Relevant experience in community development and capacity building with young people
- Experience in project management, with demonstrated project planning, implementation and evaluation skills
- Robust communication skills with the demonstrated ability to effectively engage with a diverse range of stakeholder groups, especially including young people

Further information:

View the position description online or contact Andrew Addie, A/ Coordinator Community Development on 0473 214 635.

📌 Youth Development Officer (Randwick)
🏢 Randwick City Council
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