YINHAWANGKA FOUNDATION IS LOOKING FOR YOUNG LEADERS
COMMUNICATIONS SUPPORT OFFICER (CSO)
Love a good yarn? Enjoy taking photos, posting online, and being part of community events? Come help share Yinhawangka stories and what’s happening across our socials, newsletters, and website.
What you’ll do
- Post updates, reels and pics, and keep our website fresh.
- Help set up and run youth and community events so the day runs smoothly.
- Capture stories, photos and info for reports, keeping everything respectful and culturally strong.
- Grow our brand, we want people to know who we are and the great work we are doing!
Why this role is a great pathway
- Learn real skills in media, events and community work with on-the-job coaching.
- Try different tasks to find what you enjoy, then build a plan to grow into it.
- Get connected to short courses, mentors and next-step roles as you gain confidence.
Who it suits
- Aged 17-24, based in the Pilbara, organised and creative.
- Keen to learn, reliable and up for giving things a go.
- Proud to support culture, community and positive local stories.
Make it a career you love
This is your chance to turn the things you enjoy—creating, connecting, and telling stories—into a job that grows with you. Start here, learn the ropes and build a pathway into communications, events or community engagement over time.
To apply:
- Submit your CV
- Upload a cover letter answering the questions outlined below
Submission deadline: 1st Feb, 2026
Please note you may be contacted for a second-stage follow-up if further information is required.
Only applicants who reside in the Pilbara region and are aged between 17-24 are eligible.
Yinhawangka Youth are strongly encouraged to apply.
If you have any questions or concerns, please get in touch with the team:
Abdullah Ehtesham
Email: abdullah.ehtesham@yinhawangka.com.au
Petrina Injie
Phone: +61 419 993 313
Email: petrina.injie@yinhawangka.com.au
Questions to answer in your cover letter:
Who are you?
Tell us your name, where you’re from, and your connection to Yinhawangka Country or community.
Why do you want this role?
What made you interested in doing community content, photos, or digital storytelling?
What are your strengths?
For example: taking photos, social media, writing captions, being creative, or helping with events.
Tell us about a moment you captured or shared.
A photo, a post, a story, or something you created on social media — big or small.
Why is working for community important to you?
What motivates you in this kind of work?
What do you want to learn or achieve in this job?
Any digital, media or community goals?
What makes you a good fit for the team?
(E.g., reliable, respectful, creative, community-minded.)
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