Help Dress Our Community with Dignity – Wardrobe Program Volunteer
About the role
We are seeking reliable and detail-oriented volunteers to support the Welcome Centre Wardrobe Program, which provides essential clothing and material aid to people seeking asylum. This is a practical, hands-on role supporting clothing collection, sorting, quality control and restocking to ensure our community members have access to safe, appropriate and dignified clothing.
Key activities
• Sort and organise donated clothing and material aid
• Attend the Upparel warehouse to select and quality-check items
• Pack, label and transport clothing to the Coburg Welcome Centre
• Unload boxes and restock clothing racks
• Maintain a tidy, organised wardrobe and storage area
• Discard damaged or unsuitable items responsibly
What we’re looking for
• Good organisational skills and attention to detail
• Ability to work independently and follow instructions
• Reliable and able to commit for at least 6 months
• Respect for confidentiality and boundaries
• Full driver’s licence (essential – Uniting vehicle provided)
What you’ll gain
• Meaningful experience in a community services environment
• New skills in logistics, organisation and quality control
• Support, training and onsite induction
• The opportunity to make a practical difference every week
• Make a real difference for people rebuilding their lives
Travel/ Location
Coburg office is 5 minute walk from Moreland Station (Upfield line) and local buses; 7 minutes walk from Sydney Rd (19 tram)
Why Volunteer?
Your contribution supports a vital community resource and directly impacts the wellbeing of participants doing it tough. Whether you're looking to gain experience, give back, or connect with a team making a difference, this is a fulfilling and supportive opportunity.
For more information, please contact Art Borce on 0435 543 590 or [email protected]
Uniting is a child safe organisation and is committed in everyday practice to ensure the safety and wellbeing of all children, at all times. As a child safe organisation, employment with Uniting is subject to a satisfactory national (and international where relevant) police check and Working With Children Check (in Victoria) and/or Working With Vulnerable People Check (in Tasmania) prior to commencement of any paid or unpaid work and/or participation in any service or undertaking.
Uniting is also committed to equal opportunity and ensuring the workplace is reflective of the community. We encourage people from different backgrounds to apply, including Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people, people from culturally and linguistically diverse backgrounds and people with a disability.