NAVIGATE Business Solutions Australia – Gladstone QLD
You are a passionate community advocate, driven to make a positive impact and leave a lasting legacy in the Gladstone region. Known for your ability to bring people together , you're a natural connector and influencer, capable of inspiring young professionals (20 - 34 age demographic) to engage and grow within the community.
You thrive in leadership roles, taking initiative to lead projects and collaborate with others to achieve meaningful goals. You have a natural talent for event planning and coordination, and you can seamlessly organise engaging activities and events that resonate with young professionals. Your outgoing personality and social skills make you an ideal coordinator for the Connecting Gladstone's Young Professionals (CGYP) initiative, representing the region with energy and enthusiasm.
You value professional development and understand the importance of career growth and networking in attracting and retaining talent. Organised and administratively competent, you're comfortable engaging in meaningful stakeholder discussions, managing logistics and administrative tasks, ensuring that all activities run smoothly. You're committed to fostering an inclusive, welcoming environment that supports young professionals in building connections, finding career opportunities, and making Gladstone their home.
With a strong personal connection to the Gladstone region, you are deeply committed to its future and ready to champion the CGYP initiative, making Gladstone a vibrant destination for the next generation of leaders.
Key Responsibilities:
Build the Gladstone Young Professionals Network by organising monthly networking events, professional development opportunities, and weekend social activities. Plan, coordinate, and execute a variety of events , from small workshops and corporate functions to weekend social activities, such as bus trips and surf lessons at Agnes Waters. Act as a community ambassador , showcasing the region's unique offerings and career opportunities for young professionals. Engage with employers and participants to gather feedback and improve the overall experience for young professionals in Gladstone. Coordinate social media campaigns to promote the network and build a strong online presence for Gladstone as a place to live, work, and thrive for young professionals. Work with contractors to create engaging marketing campaigns for employers to use in promoting the Gladstone region to young professionals, highlighting its lifestyle, career opportunities, and community spirit. Host Industry Engagement sessions with employers to provide data and feedback and recognise new opportunities or needs for this target group. Ensure program success by analysing workforce and event data, tracking KPIs, and adhering to program guidelines and monthly reporting requirements. Candidate Profile:
A confident, vibrant, and empathetic personality with a passion for community engagement. Strong communication and networking skills to build relationships with young professionals, employers, and stakeholders. A proactive approach to identifying and generating business development opportunities. Experience in project management or event coordination, with a keen eye for detail and excellent organisational skills. Ability to work both independently and as part of a team, demonstrating flexibility and reliability in delivering outcomes. Enthusiastic about meeting agreed KPIs related to the project's success. Strong interest in using social media to promote community initiatives and grow engagement. Technologically savvy, with the ability to quickly learn and adapt to new software systems. Ideally a background and qualifications in marketing, communications or human resources. Why Join Us?
Be at the forefront of a community-driven initiative that will shape the future of the Gladstone region. Enjoy a collaborative and supportive work environment , with opportunities to work alongside passionate team members and community leaders. Play a key role in enhancing the social and professional networks for young professionals in the region. Grow your own professional network and career while making a tangible difference in the lives of others. Flexible and diverse working environment that values collaboration, personal development, and creating a legacy of achievement that will last a lifetime. Additional Information:
Your primary role will be to lead this government-funded project; however, you will also play an integral role in our leading business consultancy. This position offers professional development opportunities to expand your skills in areas such as corporate documentation, custom-built management systems, grants and tender writing, communications and economic development activities . You will gain exposure to a diverse range of business and community-focused projects that will broaden your expertise and help you grow in your career.
As part of the role, monthly reporting and adherence to program guidelines are required. You will also be responsible for hosting Industry Engagement sessions to build relationships with employers, provide feedback, and identify new opportunities that benefit the young professional community in Gladstone.
This is a 12-month contract, with intention to extend on success of the project.
If you're a driven, outgoing individual who thrives on creating connections and driving positive change, we want to hear from you! Submit a detailed cover letter outlining your background, experience and why you want this role, and your resume.
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