Are you passionate about empowering young people and creating spaces where their voices genuinely shape what happens next?
At South East Community Links (SECL), our youth work is led by young people themselves — and we’re looking for a Youth Engagement Practitioner who believes in connection, inclusion and community‑driven change.
About South East Community Links
SECL imagines a world where everyone is valued and systems operate fairly. We are driven by a commitment to challenge the status quo and create a society where everyone’s contributions are recognised and celebrated.
We work alongside our diverse communities to break down systemic barriers and deliver better social and economic outcomes — particularly for migrants, refugees, women and young people. At SECL, diversity is a strength. By embracing it, we build inclusive communities where people of all backgrounds can thrive and reach their full potential.
About the Role
As a Youth Engagement Practitioner, you will play a key role in a youth‑led initiative that places young people at the centre of decision‑making, program design and delivery.
Working closely with young people from diverse cultural backgrounds, you will support group workshops, school holiday programs, and youth‑led musical and cultural events that strengthen social connection, cultural identity, leadership and community participation.
This role suits someone who is passionate about empowering young people, amplifying youth voice and creating inclusive spaces where young people feel safe, heard and connected.
Key Responsibilities
You will:
- Build strong, trusting relationships with young people from diverse cultural backgrounds
- Support youth‑led planning and delivery of programs, workshops and events
- Facilitate leadership and skills development activities that build confidence and connection
- Collaborate with the Youth Leadership Group to respond to emerging issues
- Strengthen local partnerships and networks to improve outcomes for multicultural young people
- Accurately record engagement activities using SECL’s client systems
- Contribute to evaluation, reporting and continuous improvement
What Success Looks Like
In this role, your work will directly support young people to build confidence, cultural connection and leadership — and to feel a genuine sense of belonging in their community.
- Young people feel safe, heard and actively involved in shaping programs and decisions
- Youth‑led activities continue to grow in participation, confidence and community impact
- Strong relationships are built with local schools, services and community partners
What You Will Bring
Essential skills and experience:
- Tertiary qualifications in Youth Work, Community Services or a related field
- At least 2–3 years’ experience in youth or community services
- Experience delivering programs and meeting performance outcomes
- Strong youth engagement, community development and capacity‑building skills
- Experience with project planning, workshop facilitation and event coordination
- Excellent cross‑cultural communication and interpersonal skills
- Strong organisational, time‑management and documentation skills
- Empathy, confidence and the ability to inspire and motivate young people
- Experience with data collection and report writing
What’s In It for You
- Join a trusted and respected community organisation
- Be part of a team committed to advocacy, inclusion and social change
- Paid parental leave
- Additional leave over Christmas and Easter
- Salary packaging benefits and leave loading
- A passionate, supportive and inclusive workplace culture
- This role offers opportunities to grow your skills in youth leadership, program design and community development within a supportive organisation.
Pre‑Employment Requirements
Because this role works closely with young people, the successful applicant will be required to complete standard safety screening checks, including
- National Police Check
- Working With Children Check
How to Apply
Please send your resume and a cover letter outlining your interest in the role to:
📧 Desiree Kisnorbo – dkisnorbo@secl.org.au
🗓 Applications close: 20th April 2026
For further information about the role, contact:
📧 Marcia Harkins – mharkins@secl.org.au
SECL is committed to diversity and equal opportunity. We value inclusion, equality, compassion, dignity and choice, and recognise that lived experience is a strength. Our team reflects the multicultural communities we work alongside, bringing diverse backgrounds, perspectives and experiences. We strive to be a place‑based organisation where people of all ethnicities feel welcomed and supported to work, volunteer or seek help, and we encourage applications from people with lived experience aligned to our communities.
