Project Coordinator

2Connect Youth & Community – Brighton-Le-Sands NSW Are you passionate about supporting young people and families to achieve safe, sustainable housing? Do you thrive in a dynamic, community-focused role where you can build partnerships and create real impact? Join 2Connect Youth & Community, a leading not-for-profit organisation supporting young people, families, and individuals across the St George and Sutherland region. Position will cover the George's River, Bayside and Sutherland LGAs 2Connect Youth & Community is a dynamic non‑profit organisation creating positive change for young people, families, communities for over 33yrs. 2Connect has been awarded NSW Youth Service of the Year 2019, NSW Outstanding Youth Participation Award 2020, and NSW Outstanding Diversity Work (Highly Commendable) 2021 We were also a Finalist in the 2023 St George Local Business Awards. About the Role We are seeking a Project Coordinator to play a key role in coordinating homelessness prevention and early intervention initiatives as part of our Specialist Homelessness Services (SHS). Working collaboratively within the 2Connect Youth & Community team, you’ll build on existing networks, strengthen local partnerships, and support young people, families, and single adults who are homeless or at risk of homelessness to achieve safe, affordable, and sustainable housing. You’ll coordinate case management, community development, and service delivery, while ensuring project outcomes, reporting, and compliance requirements are met. Responsibilities Build and maintain strong partnerships with local services, government agencies, and community stakeholders. Coordinate prevention and early intervention case management and post‑crisis support for clients. Convene and support the St George & Sutherland Housing Inter‑Agency and update the Low‑Cost Accommodation List fortnightly. Manage project administration, reporting, and financial documentation. Maintain accurate client records and utilise departmental and 2Connect IT systems. Provide outreach and education to community partners and service providers. Contribute to organisational planning, teamwork, and continuous improvement. About You You’re an organised, proactive community sector professional who enjoys both client‑facing work and coordination responsibilities. You bring strong communication, administrative, and relationship‑building skills, with a passion for supporting vulnerable young people and families. Demonstrated experience in youth or community services, including monitoring service delivery and compliance. Relevant tertiary qualification in social/human services, education, or related field (degree level). Strong case management skills with young people aged 12–24. Experience working with diverse communities, including First Nations young people, CALD clients, and those with mental health issues or disabilities. Excellent written and verbal communication skills with attention to detail. Proven ability to meet KPIs, work independently, and collaborate within a team. Strong organisational and administrative skills with high IT literacy (experience using online service systems desirable). Current NSW Working with Children Check and National Police Check (or willingness to obtain). NSW driver’s licence and comprehensively insured vehicle. What We Offer Attractive salary packaging options (up to $18,549 tax‑free per year). Supportive, values‑driven team committed to making a difference. Ongoing training and professional development. Flexible and inclusive workplace culture. External clinical supervision. THIS IS NOT AN ENTRY‑LEVEL POSITION. PAID RELEVANT EXPERIENCE IS REQUIRED. How to Apply Please submit your resume and a statement addressing each essential and desirable criterion, following the “How to Apply” guide in the information package. Be careful – Don’t provide your bank or credit card details when applying for jobs. Don’t transfer any money or complete suspicious online surveys. If you see something suspicious, report this job ad. #J-18808-Ljbffr