Date: 28 May 2025
Location: South Australia, AU

Company: The Smith Family

• Help young Australians to improve their long-term educational outcomes
• Temporary full-time position until December 2026
• Based in Adelaide, South Australia

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 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 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.

We are currently seeking to appoint a Indigenous Youth Leadership Program Support Officer based with our Adelaide Operations team. This role will provide a direct link between The Smith Family and the families and education partners who are involved with the IYL Program. Reporting to the IYLP Manager and working alongside dedicated, energised, and passionate team members, you will:

• Develop and maintain strong community relationships, specifically with Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander community.
• Provide ongoing management and support to IYLP families and young people.
• Ensure delivery of the Program within the guidelines of the funding body.