Director, Future Connect

Company Description

For a Better Australia, Led by the Next Generation. Youth Forward. Future Focused. Better

Connected.

Future Forward Australia (FFA) is committed to empowering young people and driving sustainable

progress for our country. Through a range of programs and initiatives, we strive to create a brighter

future for all Australians, with youth voice at the centre. We connect and amplify individuals,

organisations, and causes that align with our five key pillars:

• Climate Change

• Economic Prosperity

• Education

• Health

• Equity & Inclusion

Rather than competing with other youth-led advocacy groups, FFA focuses on collaboration and

collective action. Our mission is to empower young Australians by increasing awareness, building

connections, and driving meaningful change.

Role Description

The Director of Future Connect leads the development and growth of FFA’s interactive hub and

directory of individuals, organisations and opportunities working towards a better Australia. This

directory, housed on FFA’s website, aims to facilitate networking, resource-sharing, and

collaboration among youth-led and advocacy-focused entities, and connect young people with

opportunities to make a positive contribution to the betterment of tomorrow.

In this role, you will design and implement strategies to identify, engage, and maintain

relationships with potential partners across Australia, and oversee the technological development

of this platform. You will also manage CRM tools or processes to track, document, and maximise

interactions with our partner network. Working closely with FFA’s CEO, COO, executive team, and

core team, you will ensure Future Connect aligns with FFA’s overall strategic goals.

This is a valuable opportunity to help a not-for-profit in its infancy grow to maturity through

careful guidance. The role requires a proactive leader with strong stakeholder management,

organisational, and interpersonal skills, as well as a passion for youth advocacy and community-

building.

Qualifications

• Strong leadership and communication skills
• Experience in community organising or advocacy
• Stakeholder management experience desirable
• Project management and strategic planning abilities
• Ability to work effectively in a remote and volunteer setting
• Passion for social impact and youth empowerment
• Experience with digital engagement platforms and technology development is a plus