The Centre for Multicultural Youth (CMY) is a not-for-profit organisation based in Victoria, providing specialist knowledge and support to young people from refugee and migrant backgrounds. Our vision is that young people from migrant and refugee backgrounds are connected, empowered and influential Australians.
Job Description
The project officer role will focus primarily on the delivery of education projects of the Learning Beyond the Bell program in Victoria. Key tasks will include providing tailored support to Learning Support Programs, facilitation of training workshops and networking events, and other strategic education projects as required and in response to emerging needs.
Hours: 30.40 hours per week (0.8FTE), Part Time
Fixed Term: until 31 December 2026
Base Salary (SCHADS Level 5): $100,776.00 per annum ( pro rata for part time) plus Super and access to Salary Packaging (Salary Packaging is a great way to increase the value of your salary by allowing you to receive a portion of your income in the form of tax free or tax-deductible benefits.)
Location: Carlton
Applications Close: 11:59pm Sunday 25th January 2026
Interviews: to be held in the week beginning Monday 2nd February 2026
You will have
An understanding of the support and engagement required to address systemic barriers experienced by students and families from refugee and migrant backgrounds in education settings, particularly in relation to Learning Support Programs.
Demonstrated experience in stakeholder engagement and project management in a school and community environment that supports student learning/family engagement.
Well-developed written, verbal and interpersonal communication skills, with demonstrated ability to deliver professional development workshops.
An ability to work both independently and within a team environment and collaborate effectively with peers across multiple regions.
Demonstrated experience working collaboratively with diverse teams/programs across an organisation
Desirable
An understanding of the Victorian education sector, school systems and curriculum.
Contact person for the role: Emily Wraight, MY Education Team Leader, on 0437 123 360
How to Apply
Click "Apply" on the job and complete the application form. If you don't already have a profile, please create one to submit your application.
Follow the instructions to upload your resume and a document outlining examples/a response addressing each of the key selection criteria outlined in the position description. This can be included in your cover letter or a separate document. Applications submitted without addressing the key selection criteria will not be considered
Documents must be in MS Word or PDF format
For guidelines on how to apply for a job at CMY please read here
For tips on how to respond to Key Selection Criteria, please read here: Careers Vic Gov - Guide
CMY takes Child Safety seriously and short-listed candidates are subject to child safety screening and assessment against child safety standards as part of our thorough recruitment process.
Applicants must have the right to work in Australia.
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