This is the perfect role if you:

• are motivated and committed to effecting real change and making a positive difference in the lives of young people

• want to make a great next career move to a role that suits a range of backgrounds, is diverse, interesting and rewarding and where you work closely with a wide range of industry stakeholders including: construction, retail, the arts, health, community services, sustainability and environment, engineering and architecture, hospitality, and tourism.

• appreciate being part of a workplace where having fun and a positive and supportive culture really matters.

You will:

• use your strong co-ordination skills to plan, organise, and facilitate Beacon's well respected programs and services including career readiness and work exposure activities, brokering work experience, and connecting students to the world of work and pathway opportunities

• display your capacity and empathy to connect and engage with young people in years 9-12 in Tasmanian government schools.

• facilitate in-school activities (guest speakers, industry panels, workshops) and excursions (industry site visits) to demonstrate to students the pathways available to them.

• frequently apply strong collaboration and teamwork skills to build and maintain internal and external stakeholder relationships, leveraging professional networks and business connections. Strong relationship management with key educators, industry representatives and peak bodies is vital.

• utilise your administrative and organisational skills and familiarity with the Microsoft office suite, to develop annual plans, manage programs end-to-end and maintain and report on data.

• be a valued part of a rewarding organisation that is proud of what it achieves.

About us

Our mission is to enable all young people to confidently transition to the world of work. We do this by bringing together business, industry, schools and the wider community to build real-life education experiences (generally in the form of programs) across Australia and online. These experiences involve students connecting directly with industry to prepare them for the world of work.

We are a values driven organisation who believes that every young person deserves the dignity and self-respect that comes from meaningful employment.

Why Beacon: 

• We do work with a greater purpose 

• We are a tight-knit and supportive team

• We build and nurture our people – ongoing training and support, professional development opportunities

• We offer 5 weeks annual leave, 2 weeks personal leave, and paid Birthday leave

• We offer a comprehensive Employee Assistance Program 

• We’re a not-for-profit, so you can salary package up to $18,550 p.a. with no tax payable on this money 

• We have a collaborative work environment that supports health and wellbeing and encourages diversity and inclusion in how we work and the way we work together.

 Our Values

• We’re all about young people - Young people are at the centre of what we do - we are relentless advocates in changing systems to benefit them.

• We know what we’re good at - We are driven by our purpose and guided by our experience and expertise whilst always looking to innovate.

• We keep it real… with heart - We are compassionate people doing good things with authenticity, adaptability, transparency and pragmatism.

• We achieve more together - We can multiply and sustain our impact through collaboration.

• We build and nurture our people - We create a safe environment for continuous learning and growth.

• We have fun - No explanation needed!

How to apply 

If you share our vision and possess a talent for connecting with diverse individuals and organisations please email your application to ***********@beaconfoundation.org.au

Applications must include:  

• A cover letter/statement of no more than two pages outlining your skills and experience against the requirements in our Position Description and our values

• Detailed curriculum vitae (CV) / resume; and  

• Contact details for two recent referees best placed to comment on your skills in relation to the position 

For a copy of the Position Description, or for further information about the role, please contact *************@beaconfoundation.org.au

Applications close Sunday 21 June 2026, shortlisting of applicants will commence as applications are received.