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

Youth & Children

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All Towns

All Towns All Towns Benneydale Cambridge Colville Coromandel Hahei Hamilton Home Based Huntly Kāwhia Kihikihi Mangakino Matamata Meremere Morrinsville Ngāruawāhia Ngatea Ōhaupō Other Ōtorohanga Paeroa Pauanui Piopio Pirongia Pōkeno Port Waikato Putaruru Raglan Tairua Taumarunui Taupiri Taupō Te Aroha Te Awamutu Te Kauwhata Te Kuiti Thames Tirau Tokoroa Tuakau Turangi Waihī Whangamatā Whitianga

Any Hours

Any Hours Evenings/Weekends Working Hours
Kia Puāwai
Cambridge, Hamilton, Home Based, Huntly, Kāwhia, Kihikihi, Matamata, Morrinsville, Ngāruawāhia, Ngatea, Ōhaupō, Ōtorohanga, Paeroa, Pirongia, Putaruru, Raglan, Te Aroha, Te Awamutu, Te Kauwhata, Te Kuiti, Thames, Tirau, Tokoroa

Foster Caregiver – Waikato

Do you have the space in your heart and home to care for rangatahi and make a difference in their life? Join the Kia Puāwai whānau by becoming a caregiver - this is a hugely rewarding role!
Youth & Children Both/Flexible
The Refugee Orientation Centre Trust
Hamilton

ROC Holiday Programme Support – Hamilton

The Holiday Programme Support plays a key role in planning, organising, and delivering engaging and inclusive activities for children during the school holidays. This volunteer position supports the smooth running of the programme.
Youth & Children 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
Riding for the Disabled – Cambridge Inc
Cambridge

Cambridge Volunteer — Leader / Sidewalker (The Mane Support)

Cambridge Community - Young or young-at-heart! Join the Riding for the Disabled programme to work with gentle horses, empower special needs riders, & build lasting friendships in a caring, lively community where kindness always gallops!
Youth & Children Working Hours
Kirikiriroa & St Peter’s Scout Group
Hamilton

Scout Section Kaiarahi (Leader) – Hamilton

Kirikiriroa & St Peter’s Scout Group is looking to appoint a female Kaiarahi (leader) to support female Scouts by training as a New Zealand Outdoor Instructors’ Association Bush Leader with Overnight Endorsement.
Youth & Children Evenings/Weekends
GirlGuiding New Zealand
Putaruru

GirlGuiding Youth Leaders – South Waikato

Join GirlGuiding across Southern Waikato as a volunteer leader! Help give girls & young women the chance to grow in confidence, resilience, & a strong sense of identity. Around 3 hours a week with flexible options available.
Youth & Children Evenings/Weekends
Paeroa Community Support Trust
Paeroa

Music & Movement Assistant

Enjoy a fun time of sharing and moving to music, followed by morning tea. This programme for preschoolers and their caregivers is held every Monday from 10:00 - 11:00am during the school term.
Youth & Children Working Hours