About Us:
Shooting Stars, founded in 2015, is an education engagement program for Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander girls and young women, run by Glass Jar Australia under Netball WA. Operating in more than 20 sites across Western Australia and South Australia, we reach over 1,200 participants, fostering confidence, cultural identity, and positive connections through various activities and support.
Role Overview:
**This role can be full time or part time for the successful candidate**
Reporting to the Program Coordinator, the Program Assistant plays an important role in the coordination and delivery of the Shooting Stars program with the primary aim of increasing overall, school engagement, participation, and empowerment of female students.
Key Responsibilities:
- Assist the Program Coordinator to deliver the Shooting Stars program and its activities including mentoring, advocacy, health and wellbeing sessions, yarning circles and participant rewards
- Build trusted and supportive relationships with Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander young women and participants
- Work collaboratively and foster relationships with Shooting Stars staff, school staff, community stakeholders, and other service providers
- Assist the Program Coordinator to actively engage families, community members, stakeholders, and other service providers in program delivery e.g., through events, health and wellbeing sessions, and rewards
- Represent Shooting Stars with pride and to role model respect and success within the community
Qualifications & Criteria:
We have a strong workplace culture. Our first criterion is that the Program Assistant’s attitudes and values align with our mission and workplace culture. Our core values are: Culture, Voice, Community & Respect. We strive together so that we rise together. At Shooting Stars, we believe that by empowering women, we empower communities.
In addition, to be successful in this role, you will have the following skills and experience:
- Experience with at-risk youth in education, sports, or career contexts
- Commitment to advancing Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander participation
- Strong relationships with Aboriginal communities
- Excellent communication, networking, and IT skills
- Ability to plan, prioritise, and work independently and as part of a team
- Flexibility in work hours and travel
- Current SA “C” class driver’s license (Essential)
- SA Working with Children Check (Essential)
- National Police Check (Essential)
- RRHAN-EC Training (Essential)
Salary
A competitive remuneration package will be negotiated with the successful candidate dependent on level of experience.
How to Apply
To be considered for this role, please include a cover letter and resume with your application and apply for the role via the Shooting Stars or Netball WA website. If you are interested in obtaining a copy of the position description, or have any queries about this role, please email us at hr@netballwa.com.au
Applications Close: Monday 20 July 2026 at 5PM (AWST). We may fill the position before the closing date if a suitable candidate is found.
Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples are encouraged to apply
