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

Funding & Grants Support Volunteer – Research & Writing – Home Based

Use your skills — or learn new ones — to research funding, help write applications, and support creative community projects. Work flexibly from home with our friendly team, gaining real experience and helping bring local ideas to life.

Research Both/Flexible

Big Buddy Volunteer Mentor (Male Role Model)

If you believe every boy deserves someone to believe in him, you’re halfway there. Big Buddy’s mentorship programme matches boys without a male role model with volunteer mentors who show up, listen, and care.

Mentoring Evenings/Weekends

Community Trikes Volunteer – Support Inclusive Cycling at the Velodrome

Support people of all abilities to enjoy cycling at the Grassroots Trust Velodrome. Help with set-up, offer encouragement, and be part of a warm, inclusive team. No experience needed—just bring a friendly attitude and a willingness to get involved.

Social Support Working Hours

Video Editor / ROC Videographer – Hamilton

The Refugee Orientation Centre Trust (ROC) are looking for an enthusiastic and motivated Videographer to help document our programs and events for promotional material.

Marketing & Communications Both/Flexible

Health Shuttle Drivers – Pokeno

We are looking for new drivers in Pokeno / Franklin area to help provide our essential health shuttle service.

Driving Working Hours

Meals on Wheels Drivers – Hamilton

Meals on Wheels delivers hot, nutritious meals and a friendly chat to older, ill, and disabled individuals, and we need caring volunteers to help brighten their day and make a difference in their lives.

Practical Help Working Hours

Hato Hone St John – Health Shuttle Driver – Thames

Live in or near Thames? We're looking for volunteer drivers to take locals to health appointments in Waikato & Auckland. Use our vehicle, get full support, and give back in a real, down-to-earth way. Flexible shifts—come join the shuttle team.

Driving Working Hours

Driving Skills Mentor – Thames

Volunteer as a Driving Mentor in Thames! Help local youth earn their driver’s licence, opening doors to independence and employment. No teaching experience required—just share your skills and support a learner. Sign up today!

Driving Both/Flexible

Op Shop Volunteer – Waihī

Live nearby? Whether you're looking to give back, meet new people, or gain new skills, our Op Shop team is a great place to get involved. Help fund vital ambulance and community services in your area while having fun and connecting with others.

Retail Working Hours

Community Lunch Helper – Hamilton

We are in need of volunteers to help serve hot meals at our Community Lunches on Wednesday, Thursday and Fridays. If you want to lend a hand and have some spare time, we'd love to hear from you!

Food Services Working Hours