Community Education & Program Officer

Central Highlands Community Services
Emerald, QLD
A$35-$50 p/h
Community Services & Development → Community Development
Part-time
On-site

Posted 5 days ago


About the Role

CH CoLab is more than a coworking space, we are a hub for ideas, innovation, and community connection in the Central Highlands. We’re on the lookout for a dynamic and people-oriented Education Officer to lead creative group learning sessions, community programs, and introductory workshops for children, young people, and aspiring entrepreneurs.

If you’re passionate about education, technology, leadership, and helping people build confidence in their ideas, this flexible role is for you.

What You’ll Do

Community Learning & Engagement

Design and deliver group-based programs for children, teens, and adults—covering topics like creative thinking, collaboration, basic business and tech skills, and more

Lead interactive early years and after-school sessions that foster curiosity and confidence

Host school holiday workshops and community pop-up activities

Support Emerging Entrepreneurs & Future Leaders

Provide hands-on support, basic training, and encouragement to young people and local entrepreneurs

Deliver introductory sessions on topics such as digital skills, idea development, teamwork, and communication

Help build a pipeline of confident, creative thinkers in our region

Contribute to CoLab Culture

Promote programs via social media, flyers, and community networks

Prepare workshop materials and ensure a welcoming, safe, and inclusive learning environment

Support evaluation, feedback, and improvement processes

About You

You’re someone who lights up when helping others learn. Whether you’re guiding kids through a fun group activity or showing a local business owner how to use digital tools, you bring energy, clarity, and empathy to everything you do.

We’re looking for someone who is:

Passionate about education, innovation, and regional community development

Confident leading group sessions with a mix of ages and backgrounds

Skilled at making technology and new ideas feel approachable

Friendly, reliable, and adaptable

Comfortable working both independently and with others

Available for flexible hours, including some school holidays or weekend activities

Essential

Blue Card (or ability to obtain one)

Experience in education, youth work, facilitation, community development, or small business

Nice to Have

Skills in areas such as communication, storytelling, digital tools, entrepreneurship or STEAM

Why Work With Us?

At CH CoLab, you’ll be part of something bigger than just a job. You’ll help shape the next generation of leaders, makers, and doers in the Central Highlands. This is a unique opportunity to work at the intersection of education, entrepreneurship, and community connection—all from a space that’s designed for creativity and collaboration.


About Central Highlands Community Services

Emerald, QLD, Australia

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