Programs Coordinator

• 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.

If you are passionate about what you do, committed to make a difference and this sounds like your next role, please click apply, we’d love to hear from you.

You may view the position description here.

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.