Volunteer Program Coordinator

2 weeks ago

Canberra, ACT, Australia Act Government Full time

The Volunteer Program Coordinator is committed to engaging and supporting volunteers to deliver a broad range of visitor engagement activities and experiences. The position will manage the existing ParkCare VisitorAssist and WildlifeAssist volunteer programs and work collaboratively with visitor services staff and the Volunteer and Visitor Experience team.

The position is responsible for the day to day management of a dedicated team of volunteers who facilitate nature based experiences for visitors. The role includes recruitment, retention, safety, training and support in the delivery of visitor engagement activities ensuring volunteer activities are consistent with the 2018 ACT Parks and Conservation Service Volunteer Policy and Code of Conduct.

The Volunteer Program Coordinator is expected to work with mínimal supervision as part of a small team, exercise independent judgement and autonomy as necessary, and display a high degree of self motivation, drive and enthusiasm.

The position is based primarily at Tidbinbilla Nature Reserve and other parks and reserves. This position is also required to work a roster that involves working on weekends and outside of core business hours, and to participate in bush firefighting activities when necessary.

The ACT Public Service supports workforce diversity and is committed to creating an inclusive workplace. As part of this commitment, Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples, people with disability, culturally diverse people and those who identify as LGBTIQ are encouraged to apply.

**Note**:Mandatory**:

- Prior to commencing this role, a current registration issued under the _Working with Vulnerable People (Background Checking) Act 2011_ is required. For further information on Working with Vulnerable People registration refer to - Working with vulnerable people (WWVP) registration (act.gov.au)
- Be prepared to wear a uniform.
- Possess a manual drivers' licence.
- Be prepared to work a (10/4) roster including weekends and public holidays.

**Highly Desirable**:

- Tertiary qualifications or experience relevant to natural or cultural resource management and/or volunteer management are desirable but not essential.

**How to Apply**: An order of merit will be established from this selection process and may be used to fill future identical vacancies over the next 12 months.

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