Volunteer Co-ordinator

Volunteer Coordinator

Interchange Outer East

Part-time –30 hrs with flexible working hours and days.

Interchange Outer East (IOE) is a child safe organisation upholding the right of children and vulnerable people to be free from abuse. All people involved with IOE have the right to feel safe and supported during their involvement with the organisation.

At IOE we are passionate about people, creating opportunities and having fun.

Want to join our team?

Our team includes our staff, volunteers and board; without them, nothing else is possible. That's why we support and treasure our team and culture to ensure we have the right approach, attitudes and capabilities to service our community.

What we do

• We develop and deliver services to children and young people with disabilities and their families

Why we do it

• To enhance family wellbeing

• To build inclusive communities

• To engage and support children and young people with disabilities.

Our beliefs

• We believe that when families are supported, individuals and communities thrive

• We believe that human rights, respect and inclusion really matter

• We believe in local, community-based approaches with volunteering opportunities

• We believe that open and honest relationships are the foundation of trust

• We believe having fun is an essential part of life

What we are looking for?

We are looking for an experienced Volunteer Coordinator at our Ferntree Gully site. We support and treasure our team and culture and work collaboratively to provide fun and exciting opportunities and experiences to those we support.

The aim of the volunteer program coordinator is to manage the recruitment, training, placement, support and retention of volunteers across the agency. With development and support, volunteers then provide quality services for young people with a disability and their families, through hands on involvement in service provision and an understanding of the issues that exist for families.

This role requires some flexibility outside of standard business hours.

This role will include:

• Coordinating volunteer recruitment, onboarding, training, and retention.

• Delivering orientation sessions and ongoing training, including with high school, university, and community partners.

• Supporting and developing volunteers, including recognition and appreciation events.

• Managing the volunteer database and maintaining program materials.

• Supporting and promoting pathways to employment opportunities for volunteers.

• Building and maintaining strong partnerships with schools, universities, and community groups.

What you'll bring:

• Capacity for high levels of self-responsibility and independence.

• Strong teamwork and collaboration skills.

• Clear and confident communication with people from diverse backgrounds.

• A solution-focused approach and ability to manage challenges positively.

• Strong written skills for documents, training materials, and reports.

• Experience working with volunteers or in a related field.

Interchange Outer East understand the importance of diversity and inclusion. We recognise that everyone has the right to an equitable, safe and productive environment and to be treated with dignity and respect. We welcome applications from all people regardless of age, gender, ethnicity, cultural background, disability or sexual orientation. Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people are encouraged to apply.

Prospective candidates will need to undergo a series of safety screening checks before being appointed to any position at IOE. Our recruitment procedures reflect our commitment to the safety of the people we support. Safety screening includes:

• NDIS Worker Screening

• A Working with Children Check

In addition to the safety screening, the successful applicant will be required to provide proof of currency for: first aid certification – Provide First Aid HLTAID0012, manual handling and undertake the NDIS Worker Orientation Module.

Generous salary packaging is available on commencement.

Applications including a cover letter and resume should be emailed to A position description can be obtained by visiting our website

If you have any question please call our head office on and ask to speak to Karina Fry.

Applications will be reviewed and interviews conducted as they are received, so we encourage you to apply early rather than waiting until the closing date.

Applications close at 5pm on 16th October