Found 53 volunteering opportunities in Australia

To hear someone, say that I am their last hope, really brings home the need for us on the phones - A volunteer Lifeline offer 24/7 Phone Service to the Australian community, and this wouldn’t be possible without the generosity of people like you. Phone volunteering as a Crisis Supporter may be right for you at Lifeline Melbourne, especially if you enjoy the one-on-one interaction you get from a phone conversation and if you like to learn best with others.

If you have been involved in sporting clubs or are looking to join a fantastic sporting community, this is an opportunity for you to contribute to this successful hockey club. Your behind the scenes assistance will be greatly appreciated.

If you are looking to contribute to a benevolent cause utilising your recruitment skills, come and volunteer with us to make this world a better place to be in.

Special Olympics Melbourne Inner East (MIE) is seeking one or two enthusiastic volunteers to organise, administrate and oversee our Bocce Program. The Bocce Coordinator(s) will work under the direction of the Club Sports Coordinator and State Bocce Manager. Special Olympics is a not-for-profit organisation with the primary goal of helping those with an intellectual disability to participate in sport to enhance their physical and mental wellbeing, sense of purpose and community connections.

### **Sydney 10 is back for 2024!** We are looking for enthusiastic individuals to assist in the delivery of the Sydney 10 which is the NSW 10km Road Championships on Sunday 19th May at Sydney Olympic Park.

Mandala Community Counselling is seeking a volunteer Administration Officer to assist in maintaining our documentation and providing support to Mandala Counsellors, Supervisors and Board members. Mandala is a small charitable organisation which addresses the psychological needs of the disadvantaged. Professional counsellors and psychologists volunteer their time so that clients, who would not otherwise be able to access such services, receive affordable ongoing counselling.

Lifeline Western Melbourne are looking for volunteers who are good listeners, empathetic, compassionate, and committed to supporting others to take calls from people who are experiencing a crisis.

Lifeline Northern Rivers are looking for Volunteer Crisis Supporters who are good listeners, compassionate, and committed to supporting others so that no one has to face their darkest moments alone. Benefits include: - Belonging to the Lifeline Community - Potential Career Opportunities - Giving back to your community - Making a difference - Meeting new people - Ongoing support - Practical experience - Personal and professional growth and development

Passionate about Sports? Then you don't want to miss this opportunity! Handball, despite its Olympic status, is a small sport in Australia - but it has a lot of potential and scope to grow! As President of Handball VIC, the State Sport Association for Handball in Victoria, you’ll be driving the development of the sport. You’ll play a key role in building the sport and ensuring its continued growth leading up to the 2032 Olympic Games in Brisbane.

Have you been a sailor in a past life? Do you have a passion for seeing kids take on this sport? Can you nurture that enthusiasm & help build their skills? If you said yes...this is the role for you! Christies Sailing Club are a family friendly club & accredited Australian Sailing Discover Sailing Centre. Would you like to help support them? Apply now!!

Would you like to be Christies Sailing Clubs next Rescue Boat Officer? Do you have recent and relevant experience in boat handling? If you said yes...then please read on... Races take place on Saturday afternoons at Christies Beach during the summer season (October to April) and four Sundays during the winter season (May to September). The rescue boat is launched at the O'Sullivan Beach Marina, and is manned by two qualified volunteers.

Lifeline Direct are looking for remote volunteers who are good listeners, compassionate, and committed to supporting others within their community so that no one has to face their darkest moments alone. Please note this is a REMOTE opportunity only. Benefits include: - Belonging to Lifeline Community - Potential Career opportunities - Giving Back to Community - Making a Difference - Meeting New People - Ongoing Support - Personal and Professional Growth and Development - Practical Experience

Lifeline New England are looking for local volunteers who are good listeners, empathetic, compassionate, and committed to supporting others within their community so that no one has to face their darkest moments alone. Benefits include: - Belonging to the Lifeline Community - Potential Career opportunities - Giving Back to Your Community - Making a Difference - Meeting New People - Ongoing Support - Personal and Professional Growth and Development - Practical Experience

Lifeline Direct are looking for volunteers who are good listeners, compassionate, and committed to supporting others within their community so that no one has to face their darkest moments alone. Please note this is a remote opportunity only. Benefits include: - Belonging to the Lifeline Community - Potential Career opportunities - Giving Back to Your Community - Making a Difference - Meeting New People - Ongoing Support - Personal and Professional Growth and Development - Practical Experience

Lifeline Direct are looking for volunteers who are good listeners, compassionate, and committed to supporting others within their community so that no one has to face their darkest moments alone. Please note this is a remote opportunity only. Benefits include: - Belonging to Lifeline Community - Potential Career opportunities - Giving Back to Community - Making a Difference - Meeting New People - Ongoing Support - Personal and Professional Growth and Development - Practical Experience

Lifeline New England are looking for local Volunteer Crisis Supporters who are good listeners, empathetic, compassionate, and committed to supporting others within their community so that no one has to face their darkest moments alone. Benefits include: - Belonging to the Lifeline Community - Potential Career opportunities - Giving Back to Your Community - Making a Difference - Meeting New People - Ongoing Support - Personal and Professional Growth and Development - Practical Experience

We have multiple opportunities available across various areas! -Administration & operational support -Companionship & social support -Driving & transportation -Gardening & plant care -Introductions & greetings at the centres -Hospitality (can you make great coffee, or cook a perfect snag on the barbie?) -Community engagement -Additional positions depending on your skills & expertise!

The Orygen Assist program provides essential items including non-perishable foods, clothing, and hygiene products to young people & their families. This position supports our volunteer-run service by completing deliveries of online clinician orders.

Do you have a desire to encourage friendships and joy through exercise, a passion for sports, and to enhance the lives of athletes with an intellectual disability? Special Olympics Queensland are seeking Expressions of Interest for a Club Chair.

Orygen Assist volunteers provide front-facing assistance to young people and their families at our Parkville drop-in, as well as administrative support for the operational running of the service.