Role Purpose
As an Event Day Volunteer with Oot and Aboot Outdoors, you will play a vital role in bringing our Connect Outdoors: Frankston experience to life — a free, inclusive outdoor community event designed for LGBTQIA+ adults in Frankston who may never have camped before or who have never felt outdoor spaces were for them.
On the day you will help transform a section of the Frankston Foreshore into a welcoming camp-style environment, warmly welcome participants as they arrive, and ensure everyone feels safe, included and at ease throughout the event.
Your presence and energy directly contributes to creating a space where LGBTQIA+ people can connect with nature, meet their community, and build the confidence to say yes to their first camping experience with the assistance of group games and beginner camp skill sessions.
No prior event experience is required — just a warm, welcoming attitude and a genuine commitment to inclusion. Full briefing and support will be provided before the event day.
This is a one-off volunteer opportunity that makes a real difference to people in your local community.
What You’ll Do
- Setting up and packing down event equipment
- Welcoming and registering participants
- Supporting facilitation and activity coordination
- Ensuring participants feel welcome and safe
What You’ll Bring
- A warm, friendly and welcoming approach
- Comfort engaging with LGBTQIA+ community members as a member or ally
- Reliability and punctuality on the event day
- A positive, can-do attitude
- Willingness to help with physical setup and pack-down
- Based in or near Frankston preferred but not essential
What You’ll Get Out of It
- Hands-on community event experience
- The satisfaction of being part of something meaningful for the LGBTQIA+ Frankston community
- A letter of participation from Oot & Aboot for your portfolio or resume
- Coverage under Oot & Aboot's Volunteer Personal Accident Insurance
- A behind-the-scenes look at how Oot & Aboot delivers inclusive community events
Reporting Line
- Reports to the Event Lead on the day
Welcome to Oot and Aboot Outdoors
We’re so glad you’re here.
Oot & Aboot is a community-led LGBTQIA+ outdoor organisation focused on creating safe, inclusive, and meaningful experiences in nature. Everything we do is grounded in connection, wellbeing, and joy.
As a volunteer, you’re not just helping — you’re part of building this community.
Our Values
- Community – We create spaces where people feel they belong
- Integrity – We show up with honesty and care
- Growth– We learn, improve, and support each other
- Wellbeing – We prioritise mental, emotional, and physical health
- Joy – We don’t forget to have fun along the way
Your Volunteer Journey
- Apply
Submit your application via SEEK Volunteer
- Screening
You’ll receive a short questionnaire so we can get to know you better
- Interview
A relaxed 30-minute chat to learn more about each other
- Offer & Onboarding
You’ll receive:
- A Volunteer Agreement
- An onboarding form
- Getting Started
You’ll:
- Join ClickUp & Google Drive
- Attend a short onboarding call
How We Work Together
- We communicate mainly via ClickUp, email, and Google Meet
- We keep things clear, respectful, and supportive
Your Voice Matters
We encourage you to:
- Share ideas
- Suggest improvements
- Ask questions
- Speak up if something isn’t working
We’re building this together.
Boundaries & Expectations
- You’re not expected to do everything
- It’s okay to ask for help
- It’s okay to step back if needed
- We don’t overload volunteers
Your wellbeing comes first.
Being Part of Oot
We aim to create a space where:
- People feel safe and seen
- Diversity is respected and celebrated
- Everyone can show up as themselves
Thank You
Your time, energy, and care make a real difference.