Young Communities Advocate

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The Young Communities Advocate position is part of the Maribyrnong Engage! Project.

This role involves developing a project or program that supports the goals of the Maribyrnong Strategy for Children, Young People and their Families 2020-2030. The project will help enhance young people’s wellbeing, development, participation, access to services, and ensure their voices are heard. You will work closely with the Youth Services team at Maribyrnong City Council.

Applications are currently closed and will open mid-2026.

About Maribyrnong Youth Services

The City of Maribyrnong is a culturally, socially, and economically diverse inner-city community. Youth Services at Maribyrnong City Council provide a wide range of programs, activities, and events for young people aged 12 to 25, based at the Phoenix Youth Hub.

Eligibility

Applicants must be 18 to 25 years old and live, work, study, or spend time in the City of Maribyrnong.

About you

  • You are passionate about supporting young people and making a positive impact in your community
  • You are innovative and creative, with big ideas and the drive to bring them to life
  • You work well in a team and build strong relationships
  • You can lead when needed and support others when appropriate
  • You communicate clearly and openly
  • You are open to learning and continuous improvement
  • You are resilient and willing to try new approaches if things don’t go as planned

What to expect

During the interview, you will have the chance to pitch two youth-focused programs to work on during your time with Maribyrnong Youth Services. These projects can relate to any initiative for young people in the City of Maribyrnong, especially in celebration of the upcoming Victorian Youth Fest.

Successful applicants will receive guidance from the Youth Development Lead to develop and deliver their projects, making a real impact in the community. You will also provide a young person’s perspective to help shape the work of Youth Services, Maribyrnong City Council, and other initiatives.

This is an exciting opportunity to make a difference for young people and their communities in Maribyrnong. No prior experience is required.

Watch the video below to hear from two of our past Young Communities Advocates.

Applications

Applications for Young Communities Advocates are currently closed and will open again in mid-2026.

For more information email youth@maribyrnong.vic.gov.au. 

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