Indigenous Youth Leadership Program Support Officer (Identified)

• Join one of Australia’s most trusted children’s education charities and help empower the next generation of Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander young leaders
• Temporary full time position until December 2026
• Based in Adelaide, SA

This position is an Aboriginal and/or Torres Strait Islander identified role. To perform this role, it is a genuine occupational requirement that the applicant is of Aboriginal and/or Torres Strait Islander descent pursuant to an exemption under the Equal Opportunity Act 1984 (SA).

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.

About the role

As the Indigenous Youth Leadership Program (IYLP) Support Officer – Program Delivery, you’ll work as part of a small, dedicated team supporting the delivery of the IYLP across our national Education Partner Schools. Reporting to the IYLP Manager, you’ll help coordinate program activities, build strong relationships with students, families, and education partners, and ensure the smooth delivery of leadership and mentoring opportunities.

This role is ideal for someone with strong cultural awareness, organisational skills, and a passion for working with Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander communities to create lasting impact. 

A day in the life might include:

• Supporting the facilitation and delivery of the Indigenous Youth Leadership Program
• Maintaining accurate program records, spreadsheets, and databases
• Building and maintaining strong relationships with students, families, schools, and community partners
• Assisting with interviews and selection processes for new IYLP participants
• Delivering leadership and mentoring sessions in a culturally safe and responsive way
• Providing high-quality program administration and stakeholder support
• Contributing to continuous improvement and innovation in program delivery 

About you

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

• Knowledge and understanding of Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander societies, cultures, and contemporary issues
• A tertiary qualification in Social Science, Humanities, or a related field (or equivalent experience)
• Experience in program delivery and stakeholder engagement, ideally within a community or educational setting
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to build trust and rapport across diverse groups
• Competence in Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, Outlook, PowerPoint)
• A proactive, organised approach and the ability to manage competing priorities
• Willingness to travel intra- and interstate when required

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’re ready to support young Indigenous Australians to thrive as future leaders, we’d love to hear from you. You may view the position description here.

For more information or a confidential discussion, please contact Richard Burr, Indigenous Youth Leadership Program Manager at Richard.Burr@thesmithfamily.com.au or 0403 974 465.

Closing date: 30 November 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.