Project Officer, Communities for Children

• Help young Australians to improve their long-term educational outcomes
• Temporary part-time position (30 hours per week) until April 2026
• Based in Hunter Region, NSW

The Smith Family is a national children’s education charity that works with children and young people experiencing poverty to overcome their circumstances and reach their full potential by providing holistic, long-term support for their education.

About the role

We are seeking a Project Officer, Communities for Children to support the facilitation of the Communities for Children (CfC) Raymond Terrace and Karuah initiative, funded by the Department of Social Services. Reporting to the Project Manager, Communities for Children and working alongside dedicated, energised, and passionate team members, you will:

• Maintain appropriate records management processes for monitoring and reporting on funding activities
• Support and build capacity of funded Community Partner organisations to effectively deliver services to children and families
• Build and maintain positive relationships and networks within the community, and in support of the Site Community Strategic Plan
• Provide ongoing analysis of community data and identification of trends to inform planning and implementation
• Initiate and facilitate activities, and events that support CfC strategic partnerships and goals

About you

As well as passion for community, you will bring the following:

• Relevant tertiary qualifications or equivalent experience
• Knowledge of the child, family and community services sector and service systems
• Experience in data collection and data systems
• High level and sensitive communication skills (verbal and written)
• High level teamwork skills as well as the ability to work independently in a dynamic and changing environment
• Full, current Drivers’ License or an ability to obtain one prior to or shortly after commencement

Our benefits

Employees are at the centre of The Smith Family’s values and operations. By joining our team, you can expect to:

• Find balance; with flexible work options and opportunities to purchase additional annual leave
• Maximise your take home pay; with salary packaging, as well as opportunities to save with discounts at retailers across the country
• Fulfill your potential, with excellent career opportunities, a suite of development programs and a dedicated learning and development platform
• Feel you belong; with inclusive leave options, including paid parental, cultural and gender affirmation leave
• Thrive; with support for you and your family’s mental and physical health including a complete care and safety platform, unlimited Employee Assistance and access to a huge range of fitness facilities with Fitness Passport

About us

The Smith Family is a national children’s education charity with a vision of a world where every child has the opportunity to change their future, no matter their circumstances. We believe that education is one of the most powerful change agents, and we work with young Australians to overcome educational inequality caused by poverty – so they can thrive now and into their futures.

If you are passionate about what you do, committed to make a difference and this sounds like your next role, please click apply, we’d love to hear from you. You may view the position description here.

Closing date: 15 July 2025

Due to the nature of this role, the successful candidate must be prepared to undertake a National Police Check and a Working with Children’s Check. We are an equal opportunity employer and are committed to principles of cultural diversity. Applications from people of Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander descent are encouraged.