You know the innovative programs and the iconic brand of The Youth Cafe. But do you know who’s behind them?
We seek out the best and the brightest to join our globally-recognised teams. Because of that, you’ll work with a team of professionals that will challenge you to thrive and take your career to new heights. When you join The Youth Cafe, you’ll receive expert professional development and training, assignment and career variety, as well as opportunities to do work that will impact young people’s development around the world.
We know choosing an organization where you feel seen and can grow is a challenge. We fully support where–and who–you are. Our hiring process has been designed with diversity, equity and inclusivity at the forefront to empower your perspectives and experiences. We want you to love your work and be confident that you’re picking an organization that will advance and champion your career.
Application Process
The Youth Cafe application process is designed for you to showcase your experience and skills. You must apply online to be considered for a position, and you can use your LinkedIn profile or resume/CV to preload your online application. We recommend that you tailor your experiences and skills to the job description to ensure you stand out. It is the way you tell your story online that makes all the difference.
If you know someone who works at The Youth Cafe, tap into their knowledge to learn more about our culture and whether you’d be a good fit. Give The Youth Cafe staff the job title or number, and they can refer you to our system. Once you are referred, the system will send you a link to apply for that job online. Our jobs are updated regularly, so we recommend signing up for our Newsletter Community. This will also allow you to sign up for Job Alerts. After signing up, we’ll email you relevant jobs as they are posted for your areas of expertise. Below are tips for CV and Resume writing from our career development partners at Indeed.
Interview
If your application stands out, you’ll receive a call from one of our talented recruiters to speak with you about your skills and experiences. They’ll give you more information about the job and the team hiring for that position. After your call, you may be invited for an interview.
Our interview process can take place onsite or virtually and, in most cases, you’ll meet with a panel of individuals who understand the needs of the role and what it takes to be successful at The Youth Cafe. This panel will consist of a diverse selection of staff, including the hiring manager and members of the team. We encourage candidates to come with an understanding of our organisation, mission and vision, and ask questions during the process to ensure you’re being set up for success. We have included common questions, answers and advice to help you prepare from our partner at Indeed.
Job Offers
Once selected, you’ll get a call from our recruiter, and we’ll send you an official offer letter. The timing of the offer can be dependent on team needs, location and the specific job. After accepting your offer, a background check and drug screening may also be required depending on your country. Once these have cleared, you’ll receive a start date, and we’ll welcome you in person to The Youth Cafe on your first day.
The Youth Cafe is an Equal Employment Opportunity/Affirmative Action employer. If you are an individual with a disability and need a reasonable accommodation to assist with your job search or application for employment, please click here. You can also view our employment policies or if you have a question on fraudulent recruitment activity. It is, the way you tell your story online can make all the difference.