Applications for the 2026 Taskforce are now OPEN!
Executive Taskforce
We are currently recruiting for our Executive Taskforce positions. These positions oversee one of our 6 portfolios within the program and work closely with the Program Director to achieve program outcomes.
Please take a moment to read through the Executive Taskforce Application Pack for more detailed information before applying. This pack contains all the information required of an Executive Taskforce member, including key program dates and information.
The Youth Governor also sits within the Executive team. If you missed it, our 2026 Youth Governer is Scarlet Lee (Scraglet).
We are currently recruiting for the following positions:
Parliamentary Training Director: Oversees the Parliamentary Training portfolio, ensuring that Youth Parliamentarians are equipped to develop their Bills and participate in parliamentary debates during sitting week.
Media & Communications Director: Oversees the Media & Communications portfolio, ensuring that Youth Parliamentarians are equipped to engage with stakeholders and media.
Youth Press Gallery Director: Oversees the support of 10-15 young journalists to develop journalistic skills and cover the sitting week.
Participant Logistics Director: Oversees the Logistics portfolio, ensuring that all participant logistical and welfare matters are attended to during the duration of the program.
Recreation (Wreck) Director: Oversees the Wreck portfolio, delivering fun, skill building sessions for participants, aimed at developing a sense of community and belonging within the program.
Taskforce Support: This role supports the entire Taskforce throughout the duration of the program. Ideal (but not necessary) for someone who has previously been on Taskforce and has an understanding of the program.
If you’re interested in applying for a position on the Executive team, complete the application form by 11:59pm Sunday 31 August 2025.
Apply for the Executive Taskforce
General Taskforce Applications
If you're interested in applying for a position on Taskforce outside of the Executive team, applications for General Taskforce will open on Monday 1 September 2025.
Got a question about the application process?
Please reach out to our Program Director Kaitlin "Sheepy" Woolford at youthparliament.vic@ymca.org.au and she'll help with what you need.
Kaitlin "Sheepy" Woolford (she/her) - Youth Parliament Program Director