YMCA South Australia is a not-for-profit community organisation that has served the South Australian community for more than 170 years. With approximately 700 employees, we deliver programs and services across the state in settings including community recreation centres, swimming pools, health and fitness facilities, community centres, camps, early education and schools and youth services.
Our aim is to develop the whole person, helping all South Australians connect with a better life. Not only their physical fitness and capabilities, but also their sense of identity, purpose, hope and dignity; psychological health; resilience; social connectedness; lifelong learning; and their own contribution back into the community. All the elements that together constitute a full, healthy, productive and satisfying life.
THE ROLE
The Parks Theatre is located less than 15mins from the Adelaide CBD in the North Western suburbs and is comprised of two theatres and a gallery. Managed by the YMCA South Australia, the Parks Theatre runs a number of in-house programs whilst also maintaining a busy calendar of external hires. As the Production Coordinator, reporting to the Manager – Events & Performing Arts, you will be responsible for:
- Coordinate external hirers including bookings, technical requirements, staffing, quotes, and invoicing;
- Support Youth and Daytime Theatre programs;
- General clerical duties pertaining to Theatre operations.
SKILLS & EXPERIENCE
Successful candidates will also have, or be willing to obtain:
- Current HLTAID003 Provide First Aid
- Current HLTAID001 Provide CPR
- Responding to Abuse and Neglect Certificate (or willing to undergo training)
- Demonstrated experience in event coordination within the Theatre community
To view the position descriptions for this role, please visit our website at https://www.sa.ymca.org.au/get-involved/careers/current-vacancies.
THE BENEFITS
- The opportunity to join a leading provider of recreation, community, and children’s services.
- Free access to YMCA South Australia’s recreation facilities.
- A culture of empowerment and growth with ongoing opportunities for career development.
- A supportive team of passionate and professional individuals.
LIKE TO KNOW MORE?
For a confidential discussion about this opportunity, please contact Ceri Hutton on 08 8406 2900.
HOW TO APPLY
Does this sound like you? Please submit your resume and cover letter through Seek. You must address the key selection criteria in your application.
Applications close 5pm Friday 11th June 2021
Please note, only shortlisted applicants will be notified.
COMMITMENT TO SAFEGUARDING CHILDREN
YMCA, including our Boards of Directors, is committed to the safety and wellbeing of children and young people in accordance with our Safeguarding Children and Young People framework.
YMCA requires that all applicants undergo satisfactory screening prior to commencement, including but not limited to:
- a national criminal history check;
- an international criminal history check where applicants have worked overseas;
- holding or obtaining a Working With Children clearance or equivalent in accordance with state or territory laws, if directed by YMCA South Australia; and
- two reference checks.
Any successfully appointed applicant will be required to adhere to the Safeguarding Children and Young People framework, which includes a thorough safeguarding children and young people induction and committing to upholding the safety and wellbeing of children and young people throughout their engagement with YMCA.
