Volunteer Manager – Bush For Life

3 weeks ago

Adelaide, South Australia at Full time

Trees For Life is a passionate not-for-profit organisation working to restore and protect South Australia's natural environment through practical on - the - ground action and community engagement. At the heart of this is theBush For Lifeprogram, a long-standing, volunteer-powered initiative that has helped protect thousands of hectares of native bushland.

We're looking for a people-person with strategic smarts to lead the coordination, recruitment and support of our dedicated volunteer workforce. If you're driven by purpose, love working with people, and enjoy balancing strategic oversight with hands-on delivery, we'd love to hear from you.

What you'll do:

As theVolunteer Manager – Bush For Life, you will:

Lead with strategy to drive recruitment, placement and retention of volunteers across our Bush For Life program

Maintain and improve our volunteer database and management systems

Coordinate training logistics and support events and activities

Collaborate with internal teams and external partners to promote and strengthen the volunteer experience

Analyse volunteer feedback and data to inform continuous improvement

Be the heart and engine room of our much-loved Bush For Life volunteer community

What you'll bring:

Demonstrated experience in volunteer coordination, stakeholder engagement, or community programs

Exceptional communication and relationship-building skills

Strong organisation and multitasking abilities — you're calm in a storm and love good systems

Working knowledge of WHS requirements for volunteers

A love for nature and a genuine interest in conservation and community

Confidence using CRM systems, MS Office and online survey tools

Bonus points for experience in the environmental or NFP sector

Be part of a friendly, supportive, and mission-driven team

Help shape the future of one of SA's most iconic volunteer programs

Flexible work arrangements and meaningful work

A values-led culture

Ready to grow something great with us?

Apply today with your resume and a short cover letter telling us why this role speaks to you.

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Your application will include the following questions:Which of the following statements best describes your right to work in Australia? How many years' experience do you have as a Volunteer Manager? Do you have a current Police Check (National Police Certificate) for employment? Do you have a current Australian driver's licence? How many years' experience do you have as a Community Programs Manager? How many years' experience do you have as a Volunteer Coordinator? Have you worked in a role which requires a sound understanding of OH&S/WHS?

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