• Speciality Focus: Partnerships (sponsorships + probono), Storytelling (brand and project/program), Government relations, media relations
• Location: Sydney, Melbourne, Adelaide or Perth based (work from home)
• Full time: 12 month contract (Part-time considered for the right candidate)
• Salary: $100,000 plus super
• Reports to: CoFounder & CEO with dotted line to the COO.

Young Change Agents is a social enterprise that helps youth see problems as opportunities through the lens of social enterprise. We use design thinking and lean start-up methodologies to build the mindset, skillset and toolset of youth.

OUR TEAM COMES FROM A DIVERSE RANGE OF BACKGROUNDS, BUT WE SHARE THE FOLLOWING TRAITS:

• As a diverse and inclusive team, we work towards a shared vision: to create a generation of capable and resilient Young Change Agents.
• We think outside of the box to make the most social impact. We are always thinking, “how can we make this happen”.
• We are accountable to one another and have each other’s back. We communicate honestly and with kindness. We look after our own health and well-being and communicate the need to take time out when we need it.
• We love social enterprise as a model for creating social impact. Community and sustainability is at the heart of what we do.
• We are passionate about working with young people. As facilitators and mentors, we are present, patient, and playful and we quickly build rapport and mutual respect with youth.
• We are experienced in design-thinking and lean startup, and use this internally as well as externally. We love nothing more than helping teams think critically and creatively, and to communicate their ideas well. This is a source of energy and motivation!
• We all share in the Young Change Agent’s mission as a champion for teachers and youth workers. We value lifelong learning and building capacity in local communities to deliver quality education. We always encourage each other to grow and develop.
• We are multi-taskers. We like facilitating youth programs one day and liaising with corporate and government partners the next.
• We codesign and validate with our community and take onboard feedback. We keep on top of reporting requirements and care about details.
• We are brand ambassadors for Young Change Agents – happy to represent Young Change Agents in business development opportunities, networking events, and as a speaker from time to time.

THE KEY PARTS OF THE ROLE:

(Note these % are an average of the year’s workload and will change each week depending on the priority of the organisation)

Partnerships (20%)

Developing and executing the partnership strategy for Young Change Agents to ensure the sustainability and growth of our impact across target audiences. This includes corporate foundations, family offices and Government agencies. In this role you will attend and speak at networking events and conferences where you will develop relationships with key stakeholders and share Young Change Agents’ stories of impact. You will identify opportunities to partner and follow up with information including proposals as required. You will maintain these relationships across the cycle to ensure Young Change Agents is top of mind when funding opportunities arise.

Grants Management (20%)

Identifying opportunities for grants, you will help manage the process for selected grants including sourcing partners and suppliers through to budgets and project plans. You will maintain the grants register and follow up on grant outcomes in partnership with Operations. For successful grants you will brief the wider team and handover to Operations.

Government Relations (20%)

Developing and executing the Government relations strategy for Young Change Agents to ensure we work towards our goal of early and equitable access to entrepreneurial education. This will include developing and maintaining the database of key contacts (using our Salesforce system), scheduling and organising meetings with key Departments across Federal and State Government and supporting Local Council outreach. This role will also be responsible for inviting key policymakers and stakeholders to visit our workshops and connect with educators and youth. You will additionally identify opportunities to make our voice heard at relevant enquiries or calls for submissions.

Public Relations/Media (15%)

Developing and executing the Public Relations/Media strategy for Young Change Agents you will identify key media channels to tell the Young Change Agents story including the stories of our young alumni. This includes identifying media partners for initiatives like the E3 Unconference and the Teens in Business Awards. In this role you will also amplify the stories through new videos, blogs and case studies to ensure coverage across our own social media channels and YouTube channel for additional reach (working with the Marketing Assistant). You will manage suppliers like videographers as part of this role.

Proposals, Grants, Presentations and Reports (15%)

As the chief storyteller at Young Change Agents, you will develop and execute a strong storytelling approach across the organisation that all staff utilise in their roles. You will be responsible for updating the core messaging document and main brand templates to ensure consistency across the group. You will identify ways to improve key documents including but not limited to sales proposals, partner proposals, grant applications and reports. In July-August you will support the CEO in developing the yearly Impact Report. You will manage external graphic designer/s as part of this role.

Program Facilitation/Co-facilitation and Support (10%)

This role will also support the delivery of YCA programs virtually, locally or interstate as required. This is a key part of all team members' role to ensure the successful delivery of our national initiatives. Training is provided.

WE’RE LOOKING FOR SOMEONE WHO:

• Excels at storytelling with demonstrated experience of success across various mediums.
• Extensive experience in partnership and stakeholder management including managing proposals and budgets.
• Loves networking, building new relationships and fostering long term partnerships including attending events and conferences.
• Is able to draw links between Government objectives and the Young Change Agents mission and advocate for our work.
• Is comfortable asking for support both with funding and pro-bono support.
• Able to multi-task both short-term and long-term projects to ensure goals are achieved.
• Can’t think of anything more exciting then supporting the next generation to solve real world problems through social entrepreneurship.
• Loves all things start-up (Innovation, design thinking, lean start-up, building the eco-system).
• Is comfortable working in a fast growth non-profit/social enterprise.
• Is tech savvy and has experience using digital tools to support your work (including CRMs such as Salesforce, Slack, Hubspot etc).

REQUIREMENTS:

• Australian Driver’s License (essential) and registered vehicle (preferable).
• Working with Children’s Check and/or Blue Card.
• Ability to travel independently for events or programs across Australia (as required).