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                    Volunteer opportunities

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                    Learn more about what's involved in volunteering with the City of Melbourne and the kinds of roles available.

                    ​​​​Volunteering with the City of Melbourne can provide you with an opportunity to do something positive for your local community.

                    We recruit volunteers throughout the year, and advertise roles through our volunteering page. Through the page you can search and apply for roles.

                    Our volunteer programs

                    We engage more than 1000 volunteers each year in a wide range of roles and programs. Read more about some of the areas in which our volunteers work:

                    Other volunteering opportunities

                    There are many opportunities to volunteer within your community. Here are some resources with more information to help you find the right position:

                    Frequently asked questions

                    Volunteering with the City of Melbourne

                    Will I be paid?

                    ​No, volunteer work is unpaid. Volunteers provide their services of their own free will without any expectation of financial return.

                    Is there a chance I could transition into paid work in the organisation if I volunteer first?

                    ​We advertise all employment vacancies on our website, outlining the application process as part of the advertising campaign. As an equal opportunity employer, all are welcome to apply. Please visit our recruitment website to view current opportunities.

                    Do I have to obtain a Working with Children Check?

                    ​Yes. As a Child Safe Organisation, City of Melbourne requires all volunteers to have a valid Working with Children Check. These are available without charge when applying for a Volunteer Check.

                    Volunteers will be required to provide a passport photo when submitting at a participating Australia Post. Please visit Working with Children Check for further information.

                    If you have a current Victorian Institute of Teaching card, this can be accepted in place of a valid Working with Children Check.

                    Do I have to complete a police check?

                    ​Yes. All volunteers will be required to undergo a police check as part of the pre-engagement process. There is no cost to volunteers for this, and the clearance will need to be renewed every three years.

                    Are there any age restrictions?

                    ​Restrictions may apply depending on the type of volunteer engagement and will be specified at the time of advertisement.

                    How many hours will I be expected to volunteer for?

                    ​This may vary depending on the volunteer engagement, whether it is a one-time event or an ongoing opportunity. This will be communicated at the time of advertisement and we give our volunteers the opportunity to let us know their availability.

                    Do I have to be available during the week or on weekends?

                    ​We recognise that many of our volunteers have other commitments and may only be available at certain times during the week. Our volunteer rosters are flexible, depending on the type of engagement. You may be required to work weekdays, weeknights, or on weekends subject to your availability and the engagement.

                    Do you accept student placements or work experience?

                    ​Thank you for your interest! City of Melbourne acknowledges that student and work experience placements provide an opportunity for individuals within our community an insight into local council. Please note that these opportunities are not considered as part of our volunteer engagement process.

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