Volunteer Coordinator

Mission Australia

  • Belmont, WA
  • Permanent
  • Full-time
  • 21 days ago
  • $78,896 + super + NFP salary packaging benefits
  • 3 month Fixed Term Full Time Contract to 16 January 2026
  • Must work Christmas Day
  • Location: Boorloo (Cloverdale) WA 6105
  • Make a meaningful difference to the lives of Australians in need
Life at Mission AustraliaWhen you join the team at Mission Australia, you become part of a community who are determined to end homelessness and ensure people in need can thrive. United by our Christian purpose and values, we advocate for a fairer Australia, to meet the growing needs of people across the country. Together we’re building hope and possibility for all. Find out more and .Your OpportunityLast December, our annual Christmas Lunch in the Park (CLIP) event hosted over 1,650 people to share a meal at Moort-ak Waadiny (Wellington Square), Perth. With the help of over 300 volunteers, our team arranged food and entertainment for guests who experience homelessness and face disadvantages.This is an on-site position and is your chance to be part of making this prestigious event the success it has become. As our marvellous Volunteer Coordinator, you will source, screen, induct, and assist these truly generous volunteers. By embracing this role, you'll not only contribute to the success of individual events but also play a vital part in advancing Mission Australia's overarching goal of ending homelessness and fostering thriving communities.Join us in making a difference and shaping unforgettable experiences that resonate with our mission and values.Check out our CLIP event here: and our inspiring videoYour Key Responsibilities
  • Manage the recruitment function for over 300 volunteers during October.
  • Confirm volunteer requirements including numbers and position descriptions.
  • Manage the nomination and selection process, confirming all volunteers and advising those unsuccessful.
  • Use volunteer recruitment platform to manage the volunteer recruitment and management process.
  • Support production of the volunteer newsletter to communicate and update all volunteers.
  • Coordinate content to two compulsory inductions training days and host the volunteer briefing.
  • On Christmas Day coordinate and check the volunteers into the event, supervising contractors and supplies on site.
  • Promote the program and recognise the contribution of volunteers.
  • Promote Mission Australia volunteering and fundraising brand internally and externally as appropriate.
  • Administration as required and additional tasks set by the Events Manager.
Requirements for Success
  • Must be able to work all of Christmas Day 2025.
  • Relevant experience in large scale recruitment and ideally management of volunteers.
  • Had previous exposure to Christmas Lunch In The Park is desirable.
  • Strong administration, coordination and compliance skills.
  • Confident computer literacy and comfortable leaning news software systems.
  • Ideally a sound knowledge of the Community Services or not for profit sector.
  • Incredible organisational and time-management skills.
  • Excellent communication, strong problem-solving skills, and strategic thinking ability.
  • First Aid and CPR certification strongly desired.
  • Full driver licence with no restrictions.
Before starting work with us, you will need to undertake a national police history check, qualifications, and referee checks, and have a clearance to work with children/vulnerable people.Your BenefitsTo ensure our employees feel valued, empowered, and celebrated, we provide a range of employee benefits including:
  • Rewarding work – every day you know you’re making a real difference
  • Not-for-profit salary packaging, reducing your tax (details via
) * Free external, confidential counselling and access to
. * Extra leave available including an additional public holiday, additional annual leave day on your work anniversary and the opportunity to purchase further annual leave.Our CultureOur innovative and inclusive culture will ensure you feel valued at Mission Australia as you help Australians in need and develop in your career.We prioritise the safety and wellbeing of everyone, both within our team and the individuals we serve.We are committed to creating a diverse and inclusive working environment. We actively support and encourage people of all backgrounds; gender, age, ethnicity, race, cultural background, disability, religion, and sexual orientation to submit an application and aim to ensure that the recruitment and employee experience is as accessible and inclusive as possible. So, whoever you are, if you’re skilled and actively support our purpose and values, you would be welcome at Mission Australia.If you live with disability and require support to submit your application, please email or visit our for additional contact details.We strongly encourage applications from people who identify as Aboriginal or Torres Strait Islander. For culturally safe support or assistance with your application, please contact us atHow To ApplyTo be considered for this opportunity, click ‘apply’ and send your application today!As a committed employer, we will respond to your application.Applications for this role are shortlisted as received and we are interviewing through the advertising period. Please apply as soon as possible to be considered. Thank you

Mission Australia

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