Community of Practice Coordinator

At Brotherhood of St. Laurence (BSL), we are seeking a passionate Community of Practice Coordinator to join our dedicated Children, Youth & Inclusion team.

Location: Office Location

Job Type: Maximum Term for 6 months working 22.5 hours per week

Salary: $93,670.78 to $100,783.94 per annum, based on skills and experience plus 12% superannuation. (pro-rata for part-time employment)

What we offer our employees

• Salary packaging options to improve your take home pay – up to $18,500 can be packaged every year (details via AccessPay)!
• Career development opportunities
• Leave loading of 17.5%
• Flexible working arrangements
• Employee Assistance Program
• Discounted health insurance and free flu shots each year

About the role

The Community of Practice Coordinator will be responsible for the organisation and delivery of Communities of Practice events as well as other key sub-activities such as trainings and stakeholder consultation.

• Co-facilitate and support the delivery of Better Futures training, consultations and Communities of Practice
• Sustain relationships with key youth advocacy organisations and establish new partnerships where necessary
• Establish and coordinate a disability specific youth advocacy group for Better Futures
• Develop and monitor work plan as appropriate.
• The incumbent may be directed to carry out such duties as are within the limits of their skill, competence and training

About Brotherhood of St Laurence

We are passionate about the work we do. We strive to create change that lasts for a more compassionate and just society - a society in which we can all fully participate in social, civic and economic life with the dignity and respect we all deserve.

The Brotherhood of St Laurence (BSL) has a clear vision – an Australia free of poverty. For over 90 years, we have worked with policy makers and the community for systemic change that will prevent and alleviate poverty in Australia. We are made up of 1500+ employees and 1000+ volunteers to make a difference in our communities.

What we are looking for

We are seeking an enthusiastic and motivated individual who has a passion for supporting the mission of BSL and delivering excellence in your role.

To be successful in this role, we are looking for someone who has the following key skills and experiences:

• Demonstrated skills, knowledge and experience in youth participation and advocacy practices
• High level of ability in developing and delivering training programs
• Demonstrated broad knowledge and understanding of policy and practice in the area of Out of Home Care, education, employment and disadvantage among young people in the Australian context
• Proven youth focus, with an understanding of and commitment to the values and ideals of the Youth Division including the Advantaged Thinking approach
• Ability to supervise and support direct report(s) to achieve desired outcomes within intended time frames

If this sounds like the right fit for you

If you are interested in this exciting opportunity and looking to contribute to our organisation’s success, we’d love to hear from you.

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When completing your application, please upload each document as a separate attachment.

Your application must include:

• A tailored cover letter,
• A current resume showcasing demonstrated skills and experiences, and
• A 2-page (maximum) written response addressing the Key Selection Criteria found in the Position Description. 

Applications will be considered upon submission, so we encourage you to apply early.

To review the Position Description and to address the Key Selection Criteria, please click here. 

If you have any questions about the role, or want more clarification, please contact Joe Howie at joe.howie@bsl.org.au for a confidential discussion.

Applications close: Friday, 20 November 2026 at 11.55pm

We are an EEO and understand the importance of diversity and inclusion. We recognise that everyone has the right to an equitable, safe and productive environment and to be treated with dignity and respect.  We welcome applications from all people regardless of age, gender, ethnicity, cultural background, disability or sexual orientation. Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people are encouraged to apply.

BSL is a child-safe organisation. BSL has zero tolerance to any form of abuse or harm to vulnerable people and is committed to specifically protecting children from harm. Successful applicants will be subject to pre-employment checks including criminal history and working with children. Recruitment decisions are based on the key inherent needs and requirements of each role, and candidates are selected based on their unique strengths and characteristics.  Applicants must have proof of working rights in Australia.

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