YINHAWANGKA FOUNDATION IS LOOKING FOR YOUNG LEADERS
PROJECT OFFICER
Like being hands-on and part of what’s happening in community? Come support projects, events and programs that make a difference for Yinhawangka People.
What you’ll do
- Help keep projects on track!
- Support events, workshops, youth activities and on-Country days with registrations, setup and pack-down.
- Collect attendance and activity info for reports, making sure everything’s accurate and respectful.
- Send updates and invites to community members and partners so everyone knows what’s happening.
- Jump in with admin jobs like emails, minutes, bookings and document formatting.
Why this role is a great pathway
- Learn hands-on skills in projects, admin and community work with support from the team.
- Try a mix of tasks and see what you enjoy most!
- Build confidence working with community, Elders and service providers.
- Set yourself up for future roles in project coordination, community services or youth work.
Who it suits
- Aged 17-24, based in the Pilbara.
- Organised, reliable and happy to help where needed.
- Comfortable using a computer and keen to learn new systems.
- Proud to support culture, community and positive outcomes.
Make it a career you love
This is a chance to turn being organised, helpful and community-minded into a job that grows with you. Start here, learn the ropes and build your pathway into project or community roles over time!
To apply:
- Submit your CV
- Upload a cover letter answering the questions outlined below
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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