Paid Roles
Schools Program Manager
We’re looking for a passionate person to coordinate the delivery of AYCC’s high school program: Switched on Schools. The candidate will empower thousands of high school students across Australia to understand climate justice and take meaningful action on climate change in their communities. See the full position description here.
The AYCC is a youth-led organisation, with all staff and core volunteers under 30 - as such, we seek applications only from those under 30. We strongly encourage young Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander, LGBTIQA, and people of colour from diverse backgrounds to apply.
Applications should be addressed to Sally Coggiola, Organising Director, and sent to sally.coggiola@aycc.org.au, using the subject line: Application - Schools Program Manager. You can contact Sally for a confidential discussion regarding this position at: sally.coggiola@aycc.org.au or on 0415 116 992.
APPLICATIONS CLOSE: Midnight Sunday, 24th November 2019
Volunteer Positions
Volunteers are the heart of our movement. We have a broad range of opportunities available to young people who want to solve the climate crisis. If you'd like to get involved in your state branch, click here.
Switched on Schools Mentor - Australia Wide
By joining AYCC's Schools Team, you’ll be taking part in a nation-wide movement of young people working to create a more innovative, just and sustainable Australia! Schools mentors play an important role in providing students with the skills, knowledge and networks necessary to create change, empowering them to become the lifelong climate leaders Australia urgently needs. This mentor role is a unique opportunity for volunteers to develop leadership, organisational, campaigning and relationship-building skills. See the full Position Description here.
Please follow the application procedure outlined in the position description and apply to monica@aycc.org.au. Applications are open and will be considered on a rolling basis. We strongly encourage young Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander, LGBTIQA, and people of colour to apply.
Western Sydney State Leader(s)
We’re looking for 3-4 outstanding individuals aged 18-30 to join the team and lead the AYCC Western Sydney branches for 2020. This is an incredible opportunity to build AYCC Western Sydney to powerfully implement strategic grassroots campaigns at a crucial time for the climate and our communities. The Western Sydney State Leaders (4) will build on existing leadership, communication and strong interpersonal skills to make a significant and lasting contribution to communities on the frontlines of climate change across Western Sydney. This is your chance to be part of a dynamic and exciting leadership team that is building a generation-wide movement to solve the climate crisis in some of the most culturally, linguistically, and religiously diverse and climate-affected communities in Australia. See full position Description here.
Applications will be considered on a rolling basis. We strongly encourage young Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander, LGBTIQA, and people of colour from diverse backgrounds to apply. Please send your CV and a cover letter addressing the key selection criteria and your interest in the role to Grace Vegesana (Western Sydney Organiser) at grace.vegesana@aycc.org.au.
Applications are open and will be considered on a rolling basis. If you would like to discuss the role further please feel free to contact Grace on 0416 942 034 or grace.vegesana@aycc.org.au.
NSW State Leader(s)
We are looking for a passionate and skilled young person (under 30) to coordinate and lead the New South Wales branch of AYCC in 2020 😍 Alongside the rest of the New South Wales Leadership team, the State Leaders will coordinate the AYCC NSW branch including managing volunteers; mentoring and supporting local grassroots leaders across the state; coordinating projects, events and campaigns; and will be tasked with building and growing the branch to #Stop Adani and get fracking banned in the NT in solidarity with our sister organisation, the Seed Indigenous Youth Climate Network.
This is an incredible opportunity to gain valuable organising, management and campaigning skills as well as making a meaningful impact on the most important campaigns in the climate movement. See the full position description here.
Applications are open until midnight, Sunday February 9th 2020, and will be considered on a rolling basis. We strongly encourage young Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander, LGBTIQA, and people of colour to apply.
To apply, please send your CV and a cover letter addressing the key selection criteria (dot points are fine) to Bella Gray (NSW Organiser) - isabella@aycc.org.au. If you would like to discuss the role further please feel free to contact Bella on 0424 173 341 or via email.
NSW Schools Coordinator
Are you a talented, driven young person who loves building teams, empowering volunteers, and working with students? Lead the AYCC NSW Schools Program. This is an incredible opportunity to build the Switched on Schools program across New South Wales. You'll empower hundreds of high school students to meaningfully take action on climate change through training, mentoring and managing a team to deliver in-school climate justice workshops, build our Student Climate Action network, and help plan climate summits for hundreds of students. This is your chance to lead a dynamic and exciting program that is supporting high school students to lead the transition to renewable energy. See the full position description here.
Applications are open and will be considered on a rolling basis. Please send your CV and a cover letter addressing the key selection criteria (dot points are fine) to Isabella Gray (NSW Organiser) - isabella@aycc.org.au
Townsville Schools Coordinator
Are you a talented, driven young person who loves building teams, empowering volunteers, and working with students? Lead the AYCC QLD Schools Program - positions are available in Townsville. This is an incredible opportunity to build the Switched on Schools program across Queensland. You'll empower hundreds of high school students to meaningfully take action on climate change through training, mentoring and managing a team to deliver in-school climate justice workshops, build our Student Climate Action network, and help plan climate summits for hundreds of students. This is your chance to lead a dynamic and exciting program that is supporting high school students to lead the transition to renewable energy. See the full position description for the role here.
Applications are open and will be considered on a rolling basis. Please send your CV and a one page statement addressing the key selection criteria (dot points are fine) and interest in the role to Alicia Walter (North Queensland Organiser) - alicia.walter@aycc.org.au
VIC State Leader(s) - State Branch Coordinator
We are looking for a passionate and skilled young person (under 30) to coordinate and lead the Victorian branch of AYCC in 2020 😍 Alongside the rest of the Victoria Leadership team, the State Leaders will coordinate the AYCC VIC branch including managing volunteers; mentoring and supporting local groups leaders across the state; coordinating projects, events and campaigns; and will be tasked with building and growing the branch to #Stop Adani and get fracking banned in the NT in solidarity with our sister organisation, the Seed Indigenous Youth Climate Network.
This is an incredible opportunity to gain valuable organising, management and campaigning skills as well as making a meaningful impact on the most important campaigns in the climate movement. See the full position Description here.
Applications are open until midnight, Sunday February 2nd 2020, and will be considered on a rolling basis. We strongly encourage young Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander, LGBTIQA, and people of colour to apply.
To apply, please send your CV and a cover letter addressing the key selection criteria (dot points are fine) to Angie Judd (VIC Organiser) - angie.judd@aycc.org.au. If you would like to discuss the role further please feel free to contact Angie on 0406 016 069 or via email.
VIC State Leader(s) - Schools Coordinator
Are you a talented, driven young person who loves building teams, empowering volunteers, and working with students? 🙋🏽
Come lead the AYCC VIC Schools Program in 2020! This is an incredible opportunity to build the Switched on Schools program across Victoria. Every year, the Schools Coordinators (2-3) empower hundreds of high school students to meaningfully take action on climate change through training, mentoring and managing a team to deliver in-school climate justice workshops; running our intensive Student Climate Leadership Program; build our student network across the state, and help plan Climate Justice Summits for hundreds of students.
This is your chance to be part of a dynamic and exciting program that is supporting high school students to lead the transition to a safer climate future. See the full position description here.
Applications are open until midnight, Sunday February 2nd 2020, and will be considered on a rolling basis. We strongly encourage young Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander, LGBTIQA, and people of colour to apply.
To apply, please send your CV and a cover letter addressing the key selection criteria (dot points are fine) to Angie Judd (VIC Organiser) - angie.judd@aycc.org.au. If you would like to discuss the role further please feel free to contact Angie on 0406 016 069 or via email.
VIC State Leader(s) - Communications Coordinator
We are looking for a passionate and skilled young person (under 30) to coordinate and lead the Communications (Comms) Hub at AYCC Victoria in 2020. The Communications Coordinator(s) at AYCC Victoria will be tasked with managing a small team of volunteers in creating and publishing a broad range of content for social media, and keeping across current climate news and online trends/memes 😎
With the rest of the Victoria Leadership team, this will include recruiting, mentoring and supporting a team of volunteers in the comms hub; organising and facilitating regular VIC comms team meetings; developing AYCC Victoria's social media presence to engage and motivate young people to take action; and more! ✊🏾
This is an incredible opportunity to gain valuable project management, teamwork, and campaigning skills (as well as making a meaningful impact on the most important campaigns in the climate movement!). See the full position Description here.
Applications are open until midnight, Sunday February 2nd 2020, and will be considered on a rolling basis. We strongly encourage young Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander, LGBTIQA, and people of colour to apply.
To apply, please send your CV and a cover letter addressing the key selection criteria (dot points are fine) to Angie Judd (VIC Organiser) - angie.judd@aycc.org.au. If you would like to discuss the role further please feel free to contact Angie on 0406 016 069 or via email.
VIC State Leader(s) - Volunteer Support Coordinator
We are looking for a passionate and skilled young person (under 30) to coordinate and lead the Volunteer Support Hub at AYCC Victoria in 2020 😍 The Volunteer Support Coordinator(s) at AYCC Victoria will be tasked with onboarding new volunteers into local groups and hubs and providing ongoing support and mentoring to our existing volunteer network.
With the rest of the Victoria Leadership team, this will include managing a team of volunteers in the volunteer support hub; organising and delivering monthly new volunteer information & welcome nights; running regular social events; building online and in-person relationships with volunteers across the state; and developing a pathway for new volunteers to get involved in their local group.
This is an incredible opportunity to gain valuable organising, teamwork, and management skills (as well as meeting hundreds of incredible like-minded people while having an impact on the most important campaigns in the climate movement 😜). See the full position Description here.
Applications are open until midnight, Sunday February 2nd 2020, and will be considered on a rolling basis. We strongly encourage young Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander, LGBTIQA, and people of colour to apply.
To apply, please send your CV and a cover letter addressing the key selection criteria (dot points are fine) to Angie Judd (VIC Organiser) - angie.judd@aycc.org.au. If you would like to discuss the role further please feel free to contact Angie on 0406 016 069 or via email.
VIC State Leader(s) - Movement Building Coordinator
We are looking for a passionate and skilled young person (under 30) to coordinate and lead the Movement Building Hub at AYCC Victoria in 2020 😍 The Movement Building Coordinator(s) at AYCC Victoria will be tasked with building and growing new groups across the state to run our campaigns alongside our sister organisation, the Seed Indigenous Youth Climate Network.
With the rest of the Victoria Leadership team, this will include managing a team of volunteers; running regular outreach events (online and offline); creating pathways for people to get involved; building relationships with potential volunteer leaders to seed new groups; mentoring and supporting local groups across the state as they start up; and coordinating projects, events and campaigns to build the movement (such as market stalls, speaking opportunities at university lectures, phone outreach, etc.) 💪🏾
This is an incredible opportunity to gain valuable organising, teamwork, management and communication skills, as well as making a meaningful impact on the most important campaigns in the climate movement. See the full position Description here.
Applications are open until midnight, Sunday February 2nd 2020, and will be considered on a rolling basis. We strongly encourage young Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander, LGBTIQA, and people of colour to apply.
To apply, please send your CV and a cover letter addressing the key selection criteria (dot points are fine) to Angie Judd (VIC Organiser) - angie.judd@aycc.org.au. If you would like to discuss the role further please feel free to contact Angie on 0406 016 069 or via email.
If you would like to be a general volunteer in your state, click here to sign up to get involved: http://www.aycc.org.au/volunteer