This is a Department built entirely for children and young people and their communities.  Our ultimate goal is to work together to ensure that every child and young person in Tasmania is known, safe, well and learning.

The child is at the centre of everything we do and the way we do it.

About the Role

Provide high level support and assist in the implementation of Child and Youth Wellbeing programs, projects and initiatives. Provide high level support in the management and co-ordination of advice on improved child and youth wellbeing in the voice of the learner, as well as supporting Managers and senior departmental officers on departmental and government policy strategies.

• This role supports the delivery of the Healthy School Lunches project; the provision of lunches under this initiative has become a core part of school communities in participating schools.
• Further duties involve stakeholder engagement, project reporting and advice to leadership, managing risks, and advising on future directions.

Period of Appointment

ASAP until 31 December 2026

Applicants should be aware that for twelve (12) months from the date of publication, this selection process may be used to fill any subsequent full-time or part-time vacancies in accordance with Employment Direction 1.

Hours per fortnight

73.5 hours per fortnight

Essential Requirements

• Current Tasmanian Registration to Work with Vulnerable People (Registration Status – Employment)

Statement of Duties and a reference guide to assist with applying online can be found here:

Statement Of Duties (PDF)

Statement Of Duties (DOCX)

Information for Applicants (PDF)

How to apply

Electronic submission of application is preferred, please click the blue 'Apply Now' button.

You will be prompted to upload a 1-2 page short application outlining your experience, skills and knowledge as they relate to the Statement of Duties and a resume.  

Applicants should forward/include:

• a 1–2-page short form application addressing the selection criteria;
• a resume that contains relevant personal details and work history.

All applicants are required to supply a valid email address with their application for the purposes of email communication.

The cost associated with obtaining a Tasmanian Registration to Work with Vulnerable People (Registration Status - Employment) is the responsibility of the individual.

Please note that we do not require a separate statement addressing the selection criteria.

Applications should be made via the Apply Now button and submitted online by 11.30pm AEDT on the advertised closing date.

Should you have any difficulties regarding applying for this vacancy online, please contact Department for Education, Children and Young People, HR Recruitment and Employment via phone +61 3 6165 6285 or email recruitment@decyp.tas.gov.au. 

Applicants needing more information are encouraged to request specific details of the vacancy from the Contact Person.

Name: Anne Berends
Title: Manager Child and Youth Wellbeing
Phone: 03 6165 5907
Email: anne.berends@decyp.tas.gov.au