Program Coordinator

About the Role

• Deliver a high‑impact program supporting women across the Hunter region.

• Work with a passionate team within a values‑driven not‑for‑profit organisation.

Career Links is funded by the Federal Government to deliver the Building Women’s Careers – EmpowerHer Pathways Program. With a purpose to deliver real and long-term outcomes, fostering women’s skill development and participation in high demand sectors including construction, clean energy, digital and technology and advanced manufacturing across the Hunter region in NSW.

Due to an internal promotion, we are seeking a Program Coordinator (part-time, 28 hours per week) to work with a small team delivering program requirements including:

• Increasing women participation and retention in further education and studies, leading to employment.

• Career guidance for women of all ages.

• Assist in the development of gender inclusive workplace practices.

• Support the EmpowerHER mentoring program.

• Strengthening of community and industry partnerships.

Key Responsibilities

As Program Coordinator your key responsibilities will be to:

• Develop and implement strategies to enhance program performance.

• Assist with operational delivery including industry tours, workshops, roadshows, and information sessions.

• Collaborate with program partners and stakeholders including TAFE NSW, First Nations Organisations, multicultural services and employers to enhance program responsiveness.

• Build relationships with industry leading to work experience and/or employment.

• Ensure high standards of compliance, administration and record-keeping.

• Drive outcomes aligned with organisational purpose and values.

About You

You are a motivated and successful professional with experience across career planning, case work with youth and adults. You are capable, organised, show attention to detail and can demonstrate examples of coaching to deliver improved performance.

You bring:

• Proven experience in the employment and education sector.

• Demonstrated success in managing outcomes for contract performance.

• Experience supporting women of all ages with complex barriers to employment.

• Strong interpersonal, communication and stakeholder engagement skills.

• Ability to work collaboratively and independently in a fast-paced environment.

Qualifications

• Qualifications and/or equivalent experience in Education, Employment Services, Career Counselling, Social Sciences, Youth Work, Community Services or a related field.

Mandatory Requirements

• Current Working with Children Check

• Current National Police Check

• Current NSW Driver's Licence

• Eligibility to work in Australia

• Commitment to Career Links values and child safety practices

This position requires travel across the Hunter region and from time-to-time requires after hours work.

About Career Links

Career Links is a community‑focused not‑for‑profit organisation with more than 28 years' experience supporting young people to achieve positive career outcomes. We are passionate about creating meaningful pathways that enable young people and women to thrive.

As an equal opportunity employer, we are committed to fostering a diverse, inclusive, and supportive workplace where people feel valued, respected, and empowered.

What We Offer

• 12% superannuation and 17.5% annual leave loading

• Supportive and inclusive team culture

• Flexibility and work-life balance

• Paid Christmas shutdown and birthday leave

• Uniform and PPE supplied

• Commitment to staff wellbeing and professional development, including access to our Employee Assistance Program

• Opportunities to innovate, lead and create real community impact.

How to Apply

To be considered for this position, please submit a current resume along with a cover letter (no more than two pages) outlining your motivation for applying and how your skills and experience meet the requirements of the role.

Applications close: 10am, Monday 10 August 2026.

For further information, please contact Jo Verden, Head of Programs at: [email protected] or (02) 4967 1050