Youth Program Officer

Located 20km west of Sydney on Dharug country, with a population of over 245,000 residents, Cumberland City Council is the fourth most populous Local Government Area in Greater Sydney. Cumberland boasts one of the most diverse communities in Australia, with people from many different backgrounds and cultures living alongside one another.

Our people are focused on driving community outcomes, programs and services to innovate, inspire and deliver change for the community we represent and has worked hard to fulfil its community’s vision for Cumberland as a place where anyone can feel welcome, belong and succeed.

The Children and Youth Development team is responsible for the delivery of children, youth and family programs and initiatives across the LGA with a focus on child protection and community development.   The team leads Council’s actions in the Child Safe space and maintains Cumberland as a leading  Local Government Child Safe Organisation.

The team deliver amazing programs and projects each year including School Holiday Programs, Youth Week, Bush School, Story Times and Child Protection Week events.

Reporting directly to the Youth Development Team Leader, the Youth Program Officer is responsible for developing collaborative relationships with service providers, young people and other stakeholders to achieve the actions from the Cumberland City Youth Strategy. The position is responsible for delivering high quality partnerships, projects, initiatives, deliver on strategies and successful outputs for Council. The Youth Program Officer is responsible for delivering evidence-based health and wellbeing actions and programs for Cumberland’s young people and will be held accountable for the successful delivery of key strategies, projects, programs and coordination across the following functions:

• Plan, deliver, supervise and evaluate youth school holiday programs for young people ages 12-18 years
• Oversee programs targeting young people (12-25 years) across Cumberland, including engaging young people in actions which improve health and wellbeing outcomes which may include mental health and physical wellbeing.
• Ensuring and increasing accessibility of community and facilities for young people.
• Support the evaluation of the Cumberland City Youth Strategy including the ongoing delivery of actions relating to youth participation.

The successful applicant will require:

• Tertiary qualifications in Social Sciences, Sport or Recreation, Humanities or qualifications showing relevant strengths e.g. youth work, community development or equivalent experience.
• Demonstrated understanding of child protection, including issues and legislation, risk management, responding to incidents and disclosures.
• Demonstrated ability to build partnerships with service providers, agencies, community groups and other stakeholders to plan and deliver effective programs that respond to community identified needs.
• Demonstrated knowledge and experience in working with young people including implementing youth participation and youth-led approaches.
• Demonstrated knowledge of health and wellbeing specifically the issues affecting young people.
• Demonstrated project management skills, including sound knowledge and experience in planning, implementation and evaluation, and ability to multitask and manage competing priorities.
• Demonstrated experience developing, implementing, and evaluating strategic projects.
• Strong communication, conflict resolution and interpersonal skills.
• Advanced customer service skills and a commitment to providing a superior customer experience with the ability to gain cooperation from a variety of stakeholders to achieve organisational objectives.
• High level administrative and organisational skills, including attention to detail, ability to maintain accurate records and advanced skills in Microsoft Office.
• Ability to support the management of revenue and expenditure and understanding of funding applications, management, and acquittal.
• Current Class C Driver’s Licence.
• Valid Working with Children Check clearance.
• Current First Aid, Asthma and Anaphylaxis Certificate (or willing to obtain)

Download the position description here for more information. 

About this role: 

• 1x Term contract full-time position (maternity leave cover until October 2027).
• Working 70 hours per fortnight, with core hours between 8:00am to 4:30pm, however will need to attend occasional events, meetings and programs afterhours or on weekends. 
• Access to Council's 9 day fortnight Accrued Day Off (ADO) arrangement
• Located at Council's Merrylands office, with travel required across Council work sites.

Salary information: The salary and conditions of employment are in accordance with the NSW Local Government (State) Award.

• Grade 10 of the Cumberland Salary Structure with a salary range of $1,696.50 to $1,950.97 per week plus 12% superannuation
• The commencing salary will be negotiated, taking into consideration the successful applicant's qualifications, skills and experience related to the role
• Mobile phone

• We promote work-life balance and offer flexible working arrangements including working from home opportunities or up to an additional five (5) days' leave for front-facing roles that are unable to access working from home arrangements
• Training and professional development opportunities available to develop skills and grow your career
• Leave entitlements including annual leave, 10 days personal leave and up to five (5) days of MyLeave per year, parental leave entitlements and access to Long Service Leave after five (5) years (where applicable)
• Three (3) additional grant days of paid leave over Christmas (where applicable)
• Corporate Health Insurance discounts
• Health and Wellbeing Programs to support our staff by providing access to online professional learning, paid leave to undertake annual skin checks, COVID-19 vaccinations and to donate blood
• Subsidies to assist with the cost of wellness and fitness activities
• Free access to Council owned and managed Aquatic Centres
• Access to Council's Fitness Passport Program and Employee Assistance Program (EAP).

Council adheres to the principles of a child safe organisation and is committed to the safety and wellbeing of all children and young people, and fully supports the aims and objectives of NSW Child Protection Legislation, and associated provisions. Council will implement all necessary measures to ensure a safe and supportive environment, which endeavours to promote child protection practices. It is essential for applicants to submit their WWCC number with their application, if required, and it is an offence under NSW legislation for barred workers to apply for or otherwise attempt to obtain, undertake or remain in child-related employment.

Cumberland City Council is committed to building a diverse and inclusive workplace, reflective of the community it represents. Council welcomes and encourages applicants from diverse backgrounds to apply for our roles, and is committed to providing an accessible and safe workplace for our staff through making reasonable adjustments. If you have any accessibility or support requirements throughout the recruitment process, please contact the hiring manager during the application process. 

Contact Victoria Franji, Senior Coordinator Children and Youth on 8757 9504  or ••••@cumberland.nsw.gov.au for further information.

Closing date: 11:59pm, Wednesday 19 August 2026

  HOW TO APPLY

To submit your application for this position, please complete the questionnaire.  You'll be asked to attach your resume and any relevant qualifications (if required) to complete your application. Make sure you have these attachments ready before you apply as your application cannot be submitted until completed.