Volunteer Programs Manager

Volunteer Programs Manager (Job Share) – WA Wildlife

Location: Bibra Lake, Western Australia | Wildlife Hospital and Conservation Organisation

Hours: Job share (part-time) | Flexible work hours | Applications close 6 June 2025

WA Wildlife is seeking a highly organised and people-focused Volunteer Programs Manager to lead and support the organisation’s large and dedicated volunteer team. This is a job-share role ideal for someone passionate about community engagement, wildlife conservation and volunteer development.

Key responsibilities

• Coordinate all aspects of volunteer engagement, from recruitment and onboarding to rostering and recognition
• Oversee performance, compliance and communication for over 200 active volunteers across rehabilitation, hospital, education and fundraising teams
• Deliver and monitor training, including induction, e-learning and ongoing competency checks
• Manage and improve volunteer rostering and scheduling systems via the volunteer app
• Foster a supportive and inclusive volunteer culture, resolving concerns constructively
• Liaise with managers to align volunteer support with organisational needs and WHS standards

About you

• Experience in coordinating, supervising and supporting volunteers or employees
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills, including confidence with digital platforms
• Strong organisational and time management capabilities
• Experience in developing and delivering training
• Knowledge of volunteer rights, safety obligations and compliance standards
• Comfortable working in a dynamic, fast-paced and mission-driven environment

Essential criteria

Applicants must address all essential selection criteria in their application. Applications that do not meet this requirement are unlikely to progress.

Desirable

• Qualifications in volunteer management, human resources or training and assessment
• Experience in the wildlife, environmental or not-for-profit sector

How to apply

Please submit your resume and expression of interest to: a.magnus@wawildlife.org.auApplications close: COB 6 June 2025