WA Youth Theatre Company (WAYTCo) – Perth WA
WA Youth Theatre Company (WAYTCo)
0.8 FTE | $85,000 p.a. pro rata + 12% super + phone allowance
Location: WAYTCo Studio, King Street Arts Centre, Perth
Reports to: Board of Management
Direct Reports: Social Media Manager, Project Coordinator, Bookkeeper
Hours: 30 hrs/week, Monday–Friday
Conditions: Flexible, family-friendly work options available; limited travel required.
About WAYTCo
WAYTCo is a multi-award-winning, industry-respected arts organisation (est. 1982) that transforms the lives of young people aged 11–26. We provide high-quality training, productions and pathways that inspire confidence, develop skills and empower young people to contribute to Western Australia's diverse creative community.
Vision
A WA where any young person curious about the arts is empowered to explore, develop and contribute their voice.
Our Values
* Agency – We amplify youth voices.
* Openness – We champion diversity and accessibility.
* Creativity – We create with rigour and collaboration.
* Boldness – We are fresh, curious and courageous.
* Integrity – We work with care, authenticity and accountability.
The Role
WAYTCo is seeking a strategic, people-focused General Manager to lead company operations, financial management, and strategic delivery. Working closely with the Artistic Director and reporting to the Board, the General Manager plays a pivotal role in supporting high-quality artistic, education and community programs while strengthening organisational sustainability and stakeholder relationships.
Key Responsibilities
* Strategic Planning & Implementation – Support company strategy, co‑develop annual programs, cultivate partnerships, and embed youth voice.
* Team Leadership – Foster a positive and compliant workplace culture, manage staff and contractors, and ensure child‑safe practice.
* Financial Management – Oversee budgets, payroll, reporting, audits, grant acquittals and income generation activities.
* Company Operations – Manage insurance, tenancy, systems, assets, marketing oversight, compliance and day‑to‑day business operations.>
* Board Servicing – Coordinate meetings, reporting, documentation, AGM preparation and compliance with charitable and corporate obligations.
Qualifications
* Experience in leadership or management, preferably in the arts, not‑for‑profit or community sector.
* Strong financial management capability, including budgeting, reporting and oversight of accounting processes.
* Excellent organisational and administrative skills, with the ability to manage multiple priorities in a small‑team environment.
* Proven ability to build and maintain relationships with a wide range of stakeholders (e.g. partners, funders, community organisations, artists, young people).
* Experience supporting staff and/or, including fostering a safe, positive and compliant workplace culture.
* Strong written and verbal communication skills, with professionalism and clarity in all interactions.
* Understanding of child‑safe practices and a commitment to safeguarding young people (or willingness to undertake required training).
* Alignment with WAYTCo's values —agency, openness, creativity, boldness and integrity—and a genuine interest in the creative development of young people.
Why Join WAYTCo?
* Lead a respected youth arts organisation with meaningful community impact.
* Support ambitious artistic and educational programmes.
* Work within a creative, collaborative and values‑driven team.
* Flexible working conditions.
How to Apply?
Interested applicants should provide a current CV (including two referees), and a cover letter of no more than three pages, answering how their experience matches the Essential Criteria areas. We welcome applications from people of all backgrounds, cultures and lived experience.
Potential candidates can request the full job pack or discuss the role further by emailing ****@waytco.com.
Shortlisted applicants will be contacted for an interview in January.
Please send applications to ****@waytco.com by 9pm WST, Sunday January .
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