Found 458 volunteering opportunities in Australia

The people we are looking for will have demonstrated experience and achievement at a senior level in management and leadership along with strong interpersonal skills and a demonstrated ability to deal with multiple stakeholders in a diverse organisational setting. Secretary on a previous board.

Citizen Advocacy is seeking crisis advocates to assist with short-term advocacy roles addressing unforeseen or urgent issues in the life of a person with intellectual disability. A crisis advocate has many of the same qualities as a citizen advocate and goes through the same orientation, but instead of committing to a long-term relationship, the crisis advocate is on hand to respond to unforeseen or urgent issues. The relationship will only be expected to last as long as the crisis continues.

Leah is a friendly and articulate lady in her 40’s with autism who has an interest in handicraft and Taiko Japanese drumming. She is seeking an advocate close to where she lives in Willagee to be her friend and meet up with her occasionally, sometimes independently and sometimes with her son, who is 7 years old. This person would gently encourage Leah to pursue some of her interests and hobbies and get out of the house.

Darren is a cheerful and gentle man in his 50’s living in Innaloo. He has a love for gardening and spends as much time outside as possible. He enjoys country music, going on bush walks and visiting farms and national parks. He likes easy going people! He is seeking an advocate in his local area to socialise with, help him engage with his local community more and encourage him to reach his goals. Darren has a mild intellectual disability.

Citizen Advocacy seeks volunteers throughout the Perth area to be a friend and advocate to someone with an intellectual disability. You would develop a unique, one-to-one relationship, enjoying social outings and activities together. You can help by: • Assisting them to reach a life ambition or goal • Giving them a voice to become part of decision making and stand up for their rights • Being a mentor, offering encouragement and support to feel included and valued in society

We're seeking some passionate, eager to learn and friendly volunteer to come and join our great team of volunteers at either one of the two Forrestfield Op Shops. We're a bit different in that we have two separate shops in the Hawaiian Shopping Centre. One full of clothing, fashion items and accessories and the shop accross is stocked with homewares, bric-a-brac and kids toys. You can chose what store you want to volunteer at based upon your interests and experience. ***Centrleink approved**

Who are we looking for? If you’re punctual, reliable and mature, all you need is a willingness to learn. This is a great opportunity if you’re seeking retail work experience, recently retired or looking to meet some new people. We’ll show you what to do and provide all the training you’ll need. Before you know it, you’ll be part of the team, having fun while doing something you can be proud of. All our stores are run by dedicated volunteers, so we are seeking like minded individuals to help us

You do not need to have horse experience to volunteer at APRDA but you could pick up some horse experience by volunteering with us. We are seeking people to assist us with our horse based activities. A great opportunity to help a great cause and get some exercise. A level of fitness is essential as you can be required to stand and walk for up to 1 hour in lessons. Each rider has a volunteer leading their horse and most will have at least one side walker in support. (C)

Maintenance Workers are responsible for applying basic fixes to equipment and premises as well as ensuring facilities are tidy and functional. Ideally you would have some experience or sound handyman skills. The role can require a level of physical stamina from time to time, so you need to possess manual dexterity. You will join a team of dedicated volunteers who provide companionship and a happy team environment. This is a very rewarding role, in a beautiful and peaceful setting. (C)

Technology for Ageing and Disability SA Inc (TADSA) requires volunteers who are interested in modifying bikes for the TADSA Freedom Wheels modified bike program, taking regular bikes and fitting them with prefabricated accessories (and some individualised accessories) to enable children and adults with disabilities to ride.

Calling all yachties!!! Do you have an interest in sailing? Or would you like to just assist in the docking area, loading and unloading people with a disability into boats, and not do the sailing part of it? People are required to assist current volunteers, to help people with a disability to enjoy sailing in a friendly supportive environment. Help is needed to enable people with a disability to learn and develop new skills that only sailing can give them.

Riding for the Disabled Association SA Inc is a voluntary, not for profit, organisation providing horse riding and related activities as sport, active recreation and basic therapy for people with disabilities. Through horse riding at RDA SA, people of all ages can enjoy a safe, stimulating, healthy activity. Volunteers with RDA SA make a difference in their communities, working to support people with disabilities - outside and with horses!

Do you want to make a difference to the lives of people with disabilities? Love op-shopping with an interest in sustainable fashion? Good Sammy are looking for enthusiastic Retail Assistants across our stores in Perth. You will gain exposure into the world of retail and op shops!

Good Sammy's purpose is to create meaningful employment opportunities and pathways for people with a disability. We employ hundreds of people with disabilities and you are also supporting them by volunteering in our retail stores.

The Wellness Bus Program aims to provide transport to exercise/aquatic/wellness facilities within the Loddon Campaspe region to community members, promoting health, exercise and social connectedness. You will be join of a fantastic group of volunteers within the Community Wellbeing Unit of Council, and play a key role in the success of a brand new and much anticipated program.

Do you have a love of books and like working in a retail setting where you can learn new or use existing skills in customer service, money handling (till and eftpos), accepting and sorting donations, keeping the shop neat and tidy and replenishing stock each day? This could be the perfect volunteer position for you.

Are you an early to mid-career professional looking to utilise your skills in an organisation that has the power to affect positive social change? The UNAA Young Professionals Network involves and inspires young professionals throughout Australia in international affairs and the work of the United Nations around the world. We bring together a diverse mix of young professionals from business, law, government, the arts and philanthropy that are mainly between 25 to 35 years of age.

Are you an early to mid-career professional looking to utilise your skills in an organisation that has the power to affect positive social change? The UNAA Young Professionals Network involves and inspires young professionals throughout Australia in international affairs and the work of the United Nations around the world. We bring together a diverse mix of young professionals from business, law, government, the arts and philanthropy that are mainly between 25 to 35 years of age.

Are you an early to mid-career professional looking to utilise your skills in an organisation that has the power to affect positive social change? The UNAA Young Professionals Network involves and inspires young professionals throughout Australia in international affairs and the work of the United Nations around the world. We bring together a diverse mix of young professionals from business, law, government, the arts and philanthropy that are mainly between 25 to 35 years of age.

Project Yumi is an Australian registered charity that builds effective partnerships with local communities in Papua New Guinea, to enhance the quality of education and health care. We achieve this through providing educational and health resources, to rural areas in PNG. Our team is seeking a proactive and organised individual who will be responsible to organise and host key events to drive registration, inform the community of our organisation and inspire fundraising.