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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Working Hours

Any Hours Evenings/Weekends Working Hours
Wondernauts
Hamilton

Centre Groundskeeper – Hamilton

Help us keep our beautiful grounds looking amazing and volunteer to be our Centre Groundskeeper for our not-for-profit childcare centre in Ruakura.
Gardening Working Hours
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
The Timber Museum of New Zealand Trust
Putaruru

Volunteer with the School Room Exhibition – Putaruru Timber Museum

Join us at the Timber Museum and help preserve Putāruru’s School Room history! Sort, digitise, and care for photos, documents, and displays, while sharing local stories with visitors. A small weekly contribution that keeps our history alive for everyone.
Practical Help Working Hours
The Timber Museum of New Zealand Trust
Putaruru

Volunteer Gardener/Landscaper – NZ Timber Museum, Putāruru

Want to put your gardening skills to good use? The Timber Museum in Putāruru is looking for a Gardener! Help care for native and ornamental gardens, preserve a treasured heritage site, and captivate visitors with landscapes our community can be proud of!
Gardening Working Hours
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