Youth Activities Officer - Temporary Part-Time 5 Year Contract - based at Kandos
* Be a positive role model for local youth
* Work together with youth to create your own program of activities
Adapt programs according to youth interests and community needs
Your new job
The Youth Activities Officer will deliver a range of youth-orientated activities for local youth, including roll out of initiatives identified in Council’s Youth Strategy. The program will be delivered on a twice weekly basis in Kandos during school term, with an additional activity being delivered in each town each school holiday.
This is a new role that can facilitate after school and school holiday activities as funded by the Department of Communities and Justice from 1 January 2026 until 30 June 2031, working 12 hours per fortnight (3pm start - Mondays and Wednesdays). The role will work closely with Youth Services Officers and Community Development Officers. The roles may be adjusted to a part time role in the future when success of the program is assessed.
Benefits:
* Making a real and tangible contribution to the growth of the region
* Health & Wellbeing program
Long service Leave after 5 years
You
* Completion of High School certificate
* Relevant experience in working with youth, community development or related discipline.
* Ability to prioritise child safety and uphold Council’s commitment to being a child-safe organisation.
* Current and ongoing understanding of local community and awareness of relevant services.
* Well-developed oral and written communication skills.
* Ability to work with others in a team environment.
* Demonstrated ability in use of basic MS Office software – Word, Excel and PowerPoint.
* Current drivers licence.
* Knowledge of occupational health and safety responsibilities and a commitment to attending relevant WHS training.
* Ongoing valid Working with Children Check clearance.
First Aid certificate, or ability to obtain.
The salary range being offered for this temporary part-time position is $428.33-$482.22 gross per fortnight plus superannuation, which equates to $11,136.62-$12,537.94 gross per annum plus superannuation (dependent on skills, qualifications and experience).
About Mid-Western Regional Council:
Located in the award-winning town of Mudgee, we are a team of over 500 people who serve 26,000 residents across 9000 square kilometres (that’s 4.5 Greater Sydney's).
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Around 3 hours from Sydney (and Newcastle), the Mudgee Region boasts a dynamic and vibrant community brimming in lifestyle attractions, culinary delights and investment opportunities. Add to this a four-season climate, picturesque scenery, fine wine, locally grown food and a real community with heart and soul; we have a perfect lifestyle.
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What is next -
Applications close on Monday, 18 May 2026 at 11:59pm. Interviews may be conducted with suitable candidates before the closing date, and the position may close earlier if a suitable candidate is found.
Further information can be obtained from:
HR Officers (02) 6357 5054