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Coordinator - Indigenous Youth Program
Are you an experienced leader in youth and community work, ready to bring your knowledge and connections to a role that makes a difference?
About TRACKS
TRACKS Integrated Services is a proudly Aboriginal-owned, recruitment and labour hire business founded in the NT over seven years ago. We recruit across a wide range of industries, including administration, trades, aviation, health, community services, and facilities support. We’ve built our reputation on strong relationships, quality people, and doing things properly. TRACKS is committed to creating meaningful career pathways for Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples, and we strongly encourage First Nations candidates to apply.
About the Opportunity
TRACKS is recruiting on behalf of a respected Northern Territory organisation to find an outstanding Coordinator to lead a community-based youth program in Katherine. This is an opportunity to lead a dedicated team, strengthen community connections, and help create positive outcomes for young people through engaging and culturally safe programs.
If you're looking for a role where you can combine leadership, community engagement, and meaningful impact, we'd love to hear from you.
About the Role
As the Indigenous Youth Program (IYP) Coordinator, you'll lead the day-to-day operations of the IYP in Katherine. You'll guide and develop a team of youth workers, ensure programs are safe and compliant with WHS and safeguarding requirements, manage budgets and schedules, and build strong relationships with local schools, community organisations, and Indigenous communities.
Key Responsibilities
- Lead and mentor youth workers to achieve program objectives
- Plan daily, monthly, and annual program schedules and monitor budgets and funding usage.
- Ensure compliance with Safeguarding Children and Young People policies and mandatory reporting requirements.
- Design, deliver, and evaluate engaging youth programs using quantitative and qualitative outcomes.
- Collaborate across NT services, represent the organisation at external meetings, and build community partnerships.
- Work effectively with Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander, CALD, and LGBTQIA+ young people to create inclusive and safe spaces.
About You
Essential
- Relevant degree with experience; an associate diploma with substantial expertise; or a Certificate IV with extensive experience.
- Valid Working with Children Clearance and a satisfactory Criminal History Check, with the right to work in Australia.
- Current First Aid and CPR certification (HLTAID003 or higher).
- Demonstrated experience in youth work and team leadership, with strong communication and interpersonal skills.
- Ability to work with limited supervision, adapt to change, and work some evenings and weekends.
Desirable
- Five or more years' experience in Youth and Community Services, supported by relevant qualifications.
- Youth Mental Health First Aid, de-escalation training, and communication training.
How to Apply
If you're an experienced youth services professional or program coordinator looking for your next opportunity, click Apply Now to submit your resume, or contact Taylor Thompson, Recruiter at TRACKS, for a confidential discussion: Email: taylor@tracksis.com.au Phone: 0489 080 145
Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples are strongly encouraged to apply.
TRACKS Integrated Services acknowledges the Larrakia people, the Traditional Custodians of the lands on which our company is located and where we conduct our business. We pay our respects to Elders past and present and honour the ongoing cultural and spiritual connections that Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples have to land, waters, and seas.