Your guide to finding the right volunteer opportunity.
We know that most people coming to SEEK volunteer are looking to volunteer in the next three months. So, we have introduced a handy feature to help you easily identify the roles that are happening soon.
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Have you been considering volunteering, but not sure if you’re ready to commit your time? Here’s how to tell if you’re volunteer-ready.
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With the year well underway, it’s time to think about how you’re going to make this year better than the last.
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With end of year holidays and summer fast approaching, it’s time to get planning. You may have some time to yourself that you’re looking to fill in an enriching and productive way or perhaps you are racking your brain for new and interesting activities to do with friends and family.
Read“When I first started volunteering, I just wanted to make some friends and get to know the local community. I didn’t expect to form a friendship that would mean so much to me.” That’s how Fergus describes the start of his volunteering journey. Having recently arrived in Australia, Fergus, who has a background in medical and paramedic studies, wanted a way to connect and form friendships with people outside of work.
When Maheshkumar Pandya first discovered the Aged Care Volunteer Visitors Scheme (ACVVS) through SEEK Volunteer, he saw it as a way to give back to the community. What he didn’t expect was the wealth of knowledge he'd gain and the friendships he'd make – not to mention the joy of an unexpected karaoke session.
For aged-care volunteer John Bende, the benefits flow both ways. When he discovered an Aged Care Volunteer Visitor role on SEEK Volunteer, John knew it would be another great way to give back to his local community.While he already knew how rewarding volunteering could be, he didn’t expect to make such good friendships with the people he’d be visiting.
Simple gestures of kindness can sometimes make the world of difference. Kindness matters because it has the power to improve lives, build stronger communities, and create a ripple effect of positivity. One of the most effective ways to spread kindness is through volunteering. By helping others, you can not only improve their lives but also enrich your own.
When Sonia first discovered a role at Inspiring the Future Aotearoa through SEEK Volunteer, she saw it as an opportunity to combine two of her greatest passions: giving back to her community and helping young people realise their potential. Little did she know just how rewarding that role would be.
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This National Volunteer Week, we shine a spotlight on landing a job using volunteer experience. Recent research uncovered that a third of volunteers have landed a job using their volunteer experience. Over half of these volunteers signalled that including volunteer experience on their resume was useful.
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We’re all familiar with this classic job-hunting conundrum - every job requires you to have work experience, but you won’t be able to gain this work experience unless you can land a job!
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