Start a National Green Jobs Corps project
National Green Jobs Corps gives communities the opportunity to make a tangible difference to their local environment and heritage which otherwise might not be possible.
This initiative will make a lasting difference to the young people in your community.
Are National Green Jobs Corps and Job Futures right for your organisation?
Do you:
- Have a significant environmental, energy or heritage project that will keep 10 enthusiastic participants busy for six months?
- Want to make a real, on-going and direct difference to the lives of young people in your community?
- Want to help young people in your community gain real skills that will take them into sustainable work?
- Want to contribute in some tangible way to the project - by providing materials, technical support and helping participants develop employment pathways?
Then National Green Jobs Corps and Job Futures is right for you.
Why partner with Job Futures?
Experience:
- From 2002 to 2008, Job Futures and its members delivered over 300 Green Corps projects nationwide, working with over 250 different partner organisations.
- We are proud to be delivering 25% of National Green Jobs Corps programs nationally.
- We deliver National Green Jobs Corps programs to NSW, Queensland, Victoria and Western Australia.
- Ongoing staff development ensures environmental excellence on the ground.
Community based:
Job Futures, through its local member organisation, is part of your community. We understand your youth employment and environmental needs.
Responsive and proactive:
We'll work with you throughout project development and implementation to make sure your project objectives are achieved.
“It's only through the tireless efforts of Job Futures' member IMPACT Make Your Mark that our projects have come to fruition. This effective communication and quality of information has contributed significantly to the success of projects and the building of community links.”
Ken Sinnamon. Coordinator, Environmental Services, Bundaberg City Council.
What Job Futures provides
We'll give you support right through from developing your project idea all the way to the project's completion. Our delivery agencies are well respected local organisations that will manage and deliver the project in partnership with you.
We recruit ten young people who volunteer for the program and have a stake in its success. They are fully supervised by a skilled Team Leader who will work with you throughout the project.
Each participant receives accredited training directly related to the skills needed for the project. They also receive First Aid and Occupational Health and Safety training
Getting started
The best way to get started is to fill out our expression of interest.
If you'd like to discuss your application, you'll need to talk to our local Job Futures member organisation. Please call 1800 077 700 to get in touch with your local member organisation, or email greenjobs@jobfutures.com.au
