Deliver programs. Engage communities. Make an impact.
Are you someone who can walk into a classroom, a community, or a footy field and instantly connect?
Do you have the confidence to lead a group, the awareness to read the room, and the drive to deliver programs that genuinely make a difference?
The Cowboys Community Foundation is looking for a Community Programs Officer to join our team, delivering impactful programs across North Queensland that support young people, strengthen communities, and grow connection to the game.
About Us
The Cowboys Community Foundation is the charity arm of the Cowboys Group, delivering outcome-driven programs that remove barriers and create equitable access to education, wellbeing, and employment opportunities across North Queensland.
Our programs reach schools and communities across the region, using rugby league as a platform to engage, educate and inspire, supporting young people to build confidence, make informed choices, and pursue positive pathways.
About the Role
This is a hands-on, front-facing role where no two days look the same.
You’ll be out in schools, on the ground in communities, and involved in game participation and community engagement initiatives, delivering workshops, facilitating sessions, and creating positive, engaging experiences for participants.
You’ll play a key role in bringing our programs to life by building relationships, adapting to different environments, and ensuring every interaction reflects the values of the Cowboys and our Foundation.
You will:
- Deliver engaging workshops and group sessions to school-aged participants
- Coordinate and deliver community programs and activations across a range of settings
- Build strong relationships with schools, community organisations, and stakeholders
- Support game participation initiatives, including clinics and engagement activities
- Adapt your delivery style to connect with diverse audiences, including regional and remote communities
- Contribute to program reporting and continuous improvement
What we’re looking for
You don’t just deliver content, you engage people.
- Confident presenter who can lead groups and create a positive, inclusive environment
- Strong communicator who can connect with young people and diverse communities
- Adaptable and solutions-focused, especially in dynamic or unfamiliar environments
- Organised and reliable, with the ability to manage competing priorities
- Passionate about making a difference through community programs
Essential skills & experience
- Experience delivering workshops, presentations or group-based programs, particularly with
young people
- Experience working in community programs, education, sport or a related field
- Ability to build and maintain positive relationships with stakeholders
- Experience contributing to program reporting, data collection or evaluation
- Current Driver’s Licence and willingness to travel across North Queensland
Why Join Us?
At the Cowboys Community Foundation, you’ll be part of a team that is committed to creating real impact across North Queensland.
You’ll have the opportunity to:
- Deliver programs that change lives
- Work across divers communities and locations
- Be part of a respected and values-driven organisation
- Grow your skills in program delivery, facilitation, and community engagement
- Access salary packaging benefits of up to $15,900 per annum
How to Apply
Submit your cover letter and resume through SEEK, addressing:
- Your experience delivering workshops, programs or group-based sessions, particularly with young people
- How you engage and connect with diverse audiences across different environments
- Why you are motivated to join the Cowboys Community Foundation and deliver community
programs
Applications close: 5pm Friday, 1 May 2026.Note: Interviews may occur prior to the closing date.
For questions about the role, email vacancies@cowboys.com.au.
Cowboys Charity Limited is an equal opportunity employer. Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander applicants are strongly encouraged to apply.
