Shooting Stars Program Coordinator – Willandra

About Us

Shooting Stars, founded in 2015, is an education engagement program for Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander girls and young women, run by Glass Jar Australia under Netball WA. Operating in more than 20 sites across Western Australia and South Australia, we reach over 1,200 participants, fostering confidence, cultural identity, and positive connections through various activities and support.

Role Overview

**This role can be full time or part time for the successful candidate**

Reporting to the Regional Manager, the Program Coordinator will play an important role managing and delivering the Shooting Stars program, aiming to boost school engagement and empower female students.

Key Responsibilities

• Assist the Regional Manager and work with the Program Assistant to deliver the Shooting Stars program and its activities including mentoring, advocacy, health & wellbeing sessions, yarning circles and participant rewards
• Build trusted and supportive relationships with Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander young women and participants
• Work collaboratively and foster relationships with Shooting Stars staff, school staff, community stakeholders and other service providers
• Assist with program monitoring and evaluation, including attendance tracking, data collection, case studies and reporting
• Manage and monitor the site’s budget to ensure expenditure aligns with program needs and financial guidelines
• Manage and support Shooting Stars staff
• Promote the program through social media and school newsletters
• Engage families and other stakeholders in program activities

Represent Shooting Stars with pride and role model respect and success within the community

Qualifications & Criteria

We have a strong workplace culture. Our first criterion is that the Program Coordinator’s attitudes and values align with our mission and workplace culture. Our core values are: Culture, Voice, Community & Respect. We strive together so that we rise together. At Shooting Stars, we believe that by empowering women, we empower communities.

In addition, to be successful in this role, you will have the following skills and experience:

• Experience with at-risk youth in education, sports, or career contexts.
• Commitment to advancing Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander participation.
• Strong relationships with Aboriginal communities.
• Excellent communication, networking, and IT skills.
• Ability to plan, prioritize, and work independently and as part of a team.
• Flexibility in work hours and travel.
• Current WA “C” class driver’s license (Essential)
• WA Working with Children Check (Essential)
• National Police Check (Essential)
• Nationally Coordinated Criminal History Check (NCCHC) with screening number processed by the Department of Education in WA (Essential)

A competitive remuneration package will be negotiated with the successful candidate dependent on level of experience.

How to Apply: To be considered for this role, please include a cover letter and resume with your application and apply for the role via the Shooting Stars or Netball WA website. If you are interested in obtaining a copy of the position description, or have any queries about this role, please email us at hr@netballwa.com.au

Applications Close: Monday 20 July 2026 at 5PM (AWST). We may fill the position before the closing date if a suitable candidate is found.

Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people are encouraged to apply.