Date: 21 Jul 2026
Location: Victoria, AU
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Company: The Smith Family
Help young Australians to improve their long-term educational outcomes
Flexible work arrangements to give you more balance, including hybrid working
Permanent full time position, based in Bairnsdale, VIC
The Smith Family is a national children’s education charity that works with children and young people to overcome educational inequality caused by poverty – so they can thrive now and into their futures.
About the role
We are seeking a Programs Coordinator to coordinate the delivery of the Learning for Life suite of programs, including the development and maintenance of key school partnerships and local community partnership relationships. Reporting to the Team Leader and working alongside dedicated, energised, and passionate team members, you will:
Coordinate Learning for Life program delivery across partner schools and community settings
Build and maintain strong school, community, and partner relationships to support program outcomes
Facilitate approved program sessions and lead Learning Clubs when volunteer capacity is limited
Recruit, induct, and support volunteers involved in program and admin activities
Manage program data entry, reporting, and fidelity to ensure quality implementation
About you
As well as passion for community, you will bring the following:
Relevant qualifications and/or experience delivering training (e.g., facilitation, presenting)
Demonstrated experience coordinating programs or projects, including administration and data management
Proven ability to build and maintain partnerships with schools, community agencies, and local organisations
Experience working with children and young people in education or community settings
Strong organisational and communication skills, with ability to manage own workload and respond to competing demands
Current driver’s licence and access to a vehicle
Our benefits
Employees are at the centre of The Smith Family’s values and operations. By joining our team, you can expect to:
Find balance; with flexible work options and opportunities to purchase additional annual leave
Maximise your take home pay; with salary packaging, as well as opportunities to save with discounts at retailers across the country
Fulfill your potential, with excellent career opportunities, a suite of development programs and a dedicated learning and development platform
Feel you belong; with inclusive leave options, including paid parental, cultural and gender affirmation leave
Thrive; with support for you and your family’s mental and physical health including a complete care and safety platform, unlimited Employee Assistance and access to a huge range of fitness facilities with Fitness Passport
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.
Closing date: 5 August 2026
Due to the nature of this role, the successful candidate must be prepared to undertake a National Police Check and a Working with Children’s Check. We are an equal opportunity employer and are committed to principles of cultural diversity. Applications from people of Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander descent are encouraged.
