Current Positions

Explore the volunteer opportunities below and find a role that’s right for you. From helping the environment to supporting your community, there’s something for everyone. Check out the roles and get involved!

PS: Job hunting while volunteering? Just let the organisation know. They'll understand – and it helps them place you in a role that's more flexible or easier to cover if you get work. That way, you can still help out without stress, they can plan ahead, and they'll really appreciate your honesty.
Current volunteer positions

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Any Hours Evenings/Weekends Working Hours
Cambridge Athletic and Harrier Club Inc
Cambridge

Junior Athletics Club Night Support – Cambridge

Join our friendly team! Cambridge Junior Athletics needs volunteers to help kids aged 3–14 stay active and enjoy sport on Wednesday evenings for the summer months during school terms. Whether coaching or helping out, every bit of support is appreciated.
Sports Evenings/Weekends
Wondernauts
Hamilton

Vintage Armchair Restoration Volunteer

Help bring a vintage child-sized armchair back to life for Wondernauts childcare! Repair or refresh the seat, springs, and woodwork. Flexible timing, materials provided, and you can work onsite or at home. A fun, hands-on way to support our children.
Trades & Maintenance Both/Flexible
North Waikato Transport Trust
Huntly

Health Shuttle Support – North Waikato (Ngāruawāhia, Taupiri, Huntly)

Support our Health Shuttle Driver in Ngāruawāhia, Taupiri, & Huntly. Help passengers, offer friendly company to medical appointments, & make their journey easier. Flexible one day a fortnight. Support people to feel cared for on their journey.
Social Support Working Hours
North Waikato Transport Trust
Huntly

Health Shuttle Driver – North Waikato (Ngāruawāhia, Taupiri, Huntly)

Support those living in Ngāruawāhia, Taupiri, and Huntly who need a hand getting to medical appointments. It’s purposeful mahi that’s valued by the people you help, and a simple way to be there for someone and make their trip a bit easier.
Driving Working Hours
The Refugee Orientation Centre Trust
Hamilton

Graphic Designer – Volunteer Intern – Hamilton

Join the Refugee Orientation Centre Trust as a Volunteer Graphic Design Intern! Gain hands-on experience creating digital and print designs, collaborate with a supportive team, and grow your portfolio while applying your creativity to real-world projects.
Marketing & Communications Both/Flexible
Huntly Museum – Te Whare Taonga o Raahui Pookeka
Huntly

Front Desk Crew – Huntly Museum

Be part of the Huntly Museum team! Volunteer 2–3 hours on weekday afternoons or Saturdays to greet visitors, answer questions, and keep the front desk running smoothly. A great way to meet people, be social, and be part of our welcoming community!
Retail Both/Flexible
Hamilton Christmas Charitable Trust
Hamilton

Board Trustee – Shaping Hamilton’s Christmas Celebrations

Are you passionate about Christmas and community? Join our team as a Trustee and help create unforgettable holiday experiences that bring Hamiltonians together.
Committee & Board Evenings/Weekends
Te Aroha Riding for the Disabled
Te Aroha

Horse Leader – Te Aroha

Be part of something that really matters. Join us as a Horse Leader at Riding for the Disabled, Te Aroha. Guide horses and help children and adults with disabilities gain confidence, joy, and life-changing experiences. Your support can make it happen!
Animal Care Working Hours
Te Aroha Riding for the Disabled
Te Aroha

Sidewalker – Te Aroha

Join us once a week or more as a Sidewalker at Riding for the Disabled, Te Aroha. Help children and adults gain confidence and joy on horseback. Sessions run Mon, Wed, Fri, 8.30–12.30 during school terms. our help makes every ride possible!
Youth & Children Working Hours
The Refugee Orientation Centre Trust
Hamilton

Volunteer Research Team: Former Refugee Youth Project

Join ROC Trust’s Volunteer Research Team to support a 6-month project focused on former refugee youth. This project aims to explore the needs, challenges, and strengths of young people from refugee background.
Research Both/Flexible