What about a mentor?

Want to develop new skills? Thought about getting a mentor? What about becoming a mentor?

The Tertiary Mentoring Program is designed to support the transition of university students into university life and the work/career transition. Learning for Life Scholarship students in the 1st year of university are matched with a career mentor who offer an alternative avenue of support for young people from disadvantaged backgrounds where it is not always possible to draw upon parental experience and skill in all aspects of their lives.

Mentoring is also increasingly recognized in the business community as a great personal development exercise for the mentor. It helps develop interpersonal communication, relationship skills, and contributes to development of well-rounded professionals.

Interested? Get more info:

Contact Person: Yvonne Dierolf

Position: Mentor Coordinator

Email: yvonne.dierolf@thesmithfamily.com.au

Phone: 02 9895 1227

Mobile: 0427 205 723

Street Address: 239 Church Street,

Parramatta, NSW-2150

Postal Address: PO Box 10500, Parramatta, NSW-2124

www.thesmithfamily.com.au/index.cfm?pid=2534&pageid=2560

Australia Volunteers International - Attend an information session

Find out how you can be a part of AVI's work by talking to our staff and volunteers at an information session.

When is the next AVI information session?

Perth
Date and time: Wednesday 7 November 2007, 6.30 -7.30pm
Venue: Level 4, Great Southern Room, Alexander Library in the Perth Cultural Centre (off Francis Street), Perth

Adelaide
Date and time: Thursday 8 November 2007, 6.30-7.30pm
Venue: Royal Australian Institute of Architects (SA), 100 Flinders Street, Adelaide

Brisbane
Date and time: Thursday 8 November 2007, 6.30-7.30pm
Venue: Chifley On Lennons, 66 Queen Street , Brisbane

Sydney
Date and time: Tuesday 13 November 2007, 6.30-7.30pm
Venue: Medina Grand Sydney, 511 Kent Street, Sydney (closest train station: Town Hall)

Alice Springs
Date and time: Tuesday 13 November 2007, 6.00-7.00pm
Venue: Crowne Plaza Alice Springs, Barrett Drive, Alice Springs

Canberra
Date and time: Wednesday 14 November 2007, 6.30-7.30pm
Venue: Rydges Lakeside Canberra, London Circuit, Canberra

Darwin
Date and time: Thursday 15 November 2007, 6.00-7.00pm
Venue: Holiday Inn Darwin, 122 The Esplanade, Darwin

Melbourne
Date and time: Thursday 15 November 2007, 6.30-7.30pm
Venue: Australian Volunteers International, 88 Kerr Street, Fitzroy

RSVP to an information session: CLICK

Asthma Children`s Camp Program Volunteer

Asthma Foundation of NSW

Asthma Children’s Camp is a fun filled, week long annual camp.
14th - 18th January 2008, Milson Island Dept of Sport and Rec. camp.

Do you have experience working with children in a support role?

Principal Accountabilities:
To work within a team of volunteers (together with Asthma Foundation NSW staff) to support children attending the camp, encouraging them to learn about asthma and asthma management in a fun and safe environment

Key Duties and Responsibilities:
1. Participate in an orientation session with the Volunteer Coordinator at the beginning of camp.

2. Coordinate and support children in a Medications Group:

• Monitor and support children every morning and evening to take their asthma medications using correct technique.


• Monitor and support children every morning and evening to complete and record peak flow readings using correct technique.


• Attend DSR organised activities with the children and seek opportunities to build their participation in camp activities and confidence.


• Use ‘free time’ to support and encourage children in activity participation, building friendships and learning more about asthma.


• Assist in the collection of evaluation data from the children about their experience at the camp

3. Support the Department of Sport, Recreation and Tourism (DSR) staff to run day and evening activities and manage the children as requested by the DSR staff.

4. Attend asthma information sessions with the children and assist the asthma educator or camp coordinator to deliver the sessions as requested

5. Adhere to DSR policies, including their policy on alcohol that supports the campsite as an alcohol free zone. This means that volunteers cannot bring alcohol onto the campsite or consume alcohol during the week.

6. Undertake any other activities as requested by the Asthma Camp Volunteer Coordinator or Asthma Foundation NSW staff Skills, Knowledge and Attributes.

Essential

• Experience working with children in a support role Organisational skills


• Self motivated


• Flexible


• Positive disposition


• Ability to work independently and as part of a team


• Knowledge of OH & S issues

Desirable

• Asthma knowledge


• Undertaking or undertaken a health related tertiary level course

Complete the volunteer information form (Download here)

FOR MORE INFORMATION VISIT Asthma NSW

For additional information, please contact

Sara Morgan on:

Phone: 02 9906 3233

Fax: 02 9906 4493

Do you want to work toward creating a more culturally tolerant world?

AFS Intercultural Programs
Newsletter Editor

Do you want to make new local and international friends?

Do you want a flexiable volunteering role?

This role involves assisting in producing a newsletter which keeps Brisbane volunteers, State Coordinator and AFS Head office informed about what the Brisbane Local Group has achieved, is planning to do or upcoming events.

This is an excellent opportunity for a tertiary student or recent graduate to gain practical experience and further develop their skills in design and editing.

For initial enquiries and additional information, please contact Sarah Lovell at AFS Intercultural Programs Australia on:

Web: www.afs.org.au
Phone: 0424 504 607 or 1800 023 982
Fax: 0292150088
Email: sarah.lovell@afs.org

Help reduce the stigma; become a positive role model

Compeer friends

Do you like making friends?
Could you make a real difference in someone`s life?

Men and Woman are encouraged to become Compeer Volunteer`s. If you don`t want to volunteer by yourself ,couples are welcome to apply together.

Compeer has volunteer opportunities for one to one support.
Contact Volunteering Illawarra on 42257812.
Don`t delay-call today.

For additional information, please contact the staff at Volunteering Illawarra on:
Phone: 02 4225 7812
Fax: 02 4225 9620

WORLD VISION AUSTRALIA

Operations Assistant – PF Management
City Location
Flexible weekdays & hours

Want to make a difference?

Why not work for World Vision; the largest overseas aid and humanitarian organisation in Australia. As well as providing relief in emergency situations, World Vision work on long-term development projects with local communities to address the causes of poverty. Their mission is to engage Australians in the effort to eliminate poverty and its causes.

World Vision are currently seeking a Volunteer Operations Assistant for their NSW State office located in Potts Point, Sydney to provide administrative support, for 1 to 2 days each week, enabling the efficient running of the State Office.

The position involves:

• Liaising with internal World Vision staff


• Database management·


• Assisting in the allocating and returning of Picture Folders


• Ad hoc administrative tasks as they arise

To be successful in this role you will need:

• Excellent computer skills (Lotus notes, Word, Excel and PowerPoint)


• Demonstrated ability to work collaboratively in a team environment


• Strong administrative and organisational skills


• Possess the ability to work unsupervised and use initiative to complete tasks


• 12 month commitment to align with the ongoing nature of the role

To obtain information about World Vision Core Values and to obtain a copy of the full Position Description, visit the employment page on the website: www.worldvision.com.au

If you believe you have the requisite knowledge, skills and experience and are also supportive of the Core Values of the organisation, you are encouraged to apply. Please send a resume to Alicia Crosio at volnsw@worldvision.com.au


For additional information, please contact
Alicia Crosio on:
Phone: (03) 9287 2332

Glitter and Glue, kick a ball, play in the doll house, ride a bike

SHINE for Kids/Children of prisoners
Playing with kids at our Activity Centre- South Windsor
Saturdays and Sundays 10:00am - 3:00pm.

Purpose of Program
This weekend Activity Centre operates in order for carers and/or parents to have childfree visits to the gaol. There are times when parents or parent and carer need to talk about issues their children should not be overhearing. This is a free service, where the children benefit from a non-judgemental space, and find common understanding about their family circumstances.

The children get an opportunity to interact with other children facing similar difficulties.

Program Description
The childcare centre operates Saturday and Sundays, at our South Windsor office. This program targets children aged 0-16 years. This centre offers free childcare for children visiting South Windsor Prisons.

Special skills and qualities needed
Due to the nature of this work it is essential that all our volunteers possess a non- judgemental attitude, have an interest in playing with children and are reliable, fun and responsible.

Description of Volunteers Position
Volunteers help interact with the children; play games; comfort sore knees; be a friendly face; reassure the children; and generally help with the smooth operations of the child care centre.

Times this service operates: open Saturdays and Sundays - 10:00am - 3:00pm.

Roster: Preferably on a monthly roster or perhaps emergency relief.

Area covered by service: Dillwynia (women¡¦s) and John Morony (men's) Correctional Centres

Number of volunteers required for this service to operate? 1 volunteer but 2 are preferred.

It is important for volunteers to know that, in terms of scheduling, the childcare centre can only operate if 2 adults are presents and SHINE FOR KIDS can not afford to pay 2 staff members.

This means 1 paid staff and 1 volunteer are needed for the childcare centre to operate at all.
If a volunteer does not show up the childcare centre will close on that day. Please keep this in mind when committing to the roster.

Activity equipment and materials are provided by SHINE FOR KIDS and any related expenses will be reimbursed
Lunch is not provided
This work will entail going inside women's and men`s prison and comprise of child and minimal prisoner interactions.
In this position you will always work in a supervised capacity with qualified childcare staff.
And regular contact with the Activity Centre Coordinator.
All Volunteers undergo Annual professional supervision.

How to get to SHINE FOR KIDS ?
This centre can only be accessed by car, parking avail, John Moroney Correctional Centre, Northern rd Windsor. we are located on the fringe of the prison complex.

Our head Office is in Sydney at Silverwater.

The Cottage, Holker Street, Silverwater Correctional Complex.

By Car is the easiest way to travel here and there is plenty of free parking, or you can travel to Silverwater with Bus numbers: 440, 442, 444, 555.

Description of the Internal Recruitment Procedure
All volunteers must undergo 4 official checks in relation to child protection and corrections.
All volunteers are interviewed before commencing volunteering at SHINE FOR KIDS
2 x passport photos are required.
All volunteers are offered induction training and on the job training
This training includes SHINE FOR KIDS policy and procedures, child protection and corrections.

What you can gain from volunteering at SHINE FOR KIDS ?

Personal Benefits: A caring and worthwhile cause where there is great need; an opportunity to assist children; A personal sense of achievement; social contact and mental stimulation.

Professional Benefits: An opportunity to gain skills working beside trained professionals; A helpful start for re-entering the workforce; A positive contribution to your resume;

Beneficial to students studying in areas as vast as child care; psychology, social work, education, and justice for hands on work experience.

If you want to do some volunteers work at SHINE FOR KIDS either weekly, monthly, or just every so often please contact Jeni on 02 9714 3020

SHINE for Kids/Children of prisoners

Assistant Volunteer Program Co-ordinator (Mon-Sat)

Variety of projects and Desire to take responsibility for key tasks

Best suited to a self starter who likes to be organised

Help SHINE for Kids develop in new communities throughout NSW
Assistant Volunteer Program Co-ordinator

SHINE for Kids seeks two Assistant Volunteer Program Co-ordinators. These positions will work at Silverwater and offer varied, dynamic and exciting scope for the right person. Best suited to self starters, these crucial roles will help fuel our volunteer program and help SHINE for Kids develop in new communities throughout NSW and beyond. These positions will have primary and secondary responsibilities with scope to tailor the roles to suit the successful applicants’ interests, competencies and skills.

Identified tasks include processing volunteer applications; assisting with recruitment strategies; responding to volunteering enquiries; maintaining online advertising opportunities and community recruitment partnerships; assisting with program evaluation and review; tracking progress made by our volunteer researchers and library volunteers; and researching partnership and donor opportunities.

Position will involve a weekly commitment of 5 hours on a Thursday or Friday and involve phone networking, limited photocopying, data entry into MS Access, and on line research.

Key skills: Strong organisational skills, confident communicator, basic computer skills. Must be able to surf the net/research. Desire to take responsibility for key tasks and enjoy managing your own workload. Previous office experience required.

Full training provided with primary and secondary priorities agreed according to the successful candidate’s skills and the organisation’s needs.

For additional information, please contact
Jeni @SHINE for Kids on:
Phone: 02 9714 3000
Fax: 02 9714 3030

Help organise our kids Party

SHINE for Kids/Children of prisoners

• Start early Nov 2007- Mid December 2007
• Do you enjoy organising, planning?
• Confident on the phone?
• Want to help create a fantastic fun day for disadvantaged kids?

If you have spare time right now and you would like to join our Xmas party team and love to organise stuff then this could be your dream volunteer role.

Your efforts would help to make this event unforgettable for the kids, who sometimes have few things to smile about. SHINE for kids needs all hands on deck to bring about our biggest event in 25 years.

300 kids and 150 adults at a fabulous venue in Sydney.

If you have the following skills then this rewarding and dynamic role might suit you perfectly. There is lots of flexibility to help fit in with your busy life.

Location: Silverwater office, Holker St (close to Homebush Bay).

Availability. We need someone who is available up to 2 days a week any weekday except Monday.

Time: You chose the hours to suit yourself
At least one day will need to be spent working with the team in the office. Extra days or hours can be worked from home if that suits you better.

Skills:

• Confident and warm phone manner.
• Self starter and enjoy managing own workload.
• A get the job done attitude.
• A sense of humour.
• Enjoy being organised and organising others.
• Commitment to the project until Santa has handed out all the presents.

You are an organised person who would like to employ your PA/Event Management skills and background to help make this party a success.

Intermediate Computer Skills are not essential.

Are you:

• Party planner
• SecretaryPA
• Events person
• Organiser
• Retired professional
• In between assignments?

Please contact Jeni or Anabella to find out more

02 9714 3000

For additional information, please contact Jeni @SHINE for Kids on:

Phone: 02 9714 3000

Fax: 02 9714 3030

Volunteer in Italy France

• Conservation Volunteers Australia
• Meet New Friends
• Picturesque views
• Travel Overseas

The scenic mountain regions of northern Italy and southern France are calling for your assistance. During the first week participants will be assisting with the renewal of an urban reserve in the quaint historic town of Carignano . Carignano is a small village approx 20mins via car from Turin . The region of Piemonte is well known for vineyards, medieval castles and its picturesque views of the bordering Alps . The public reserve is part of an ongoing community project to establish green spaces for people to enjoy the outdoors, project activities at the reserve will include trail maintenance, tree planting, weed removal, construction of fences and park benches.

From Carignano the team will travel by train across the boarder into the French Alps, to the small village of Neige et Merveilles (meaning: boasting snow and wonders), volunteers will be involved with heritage restoration activities, such as dry stone walling, paving paths, and restoration of a 200 year old chapel.

At the completion of the program your hosts have organised two free days in Cap D’Ail in Monaco . This area is very stylish and well known for its beautiful weather, beaches and pine forests, it is very interesting place, with elaborate buildings, expensive shops, and fashion.

Program Dates:

17 Nights & 18 Days
Sunday 20th July - Monday 28th July (Carignano,Italy)
Monday 28th July - Monday 4th August (Neige et Mervielles, France)
Monday 4th & Tuesday 5th (Cap D`Ail, Monaco)
Wednesday 6th August - Check out

Program Price:

To Be Advised

17 nights hostel style accommodation
18 days meals, breakfast, lunch, tea
Pick up from Turin railway station on arrival
Train transfers to France
2 lesuire days in Monaco on completion of the program
Some recreactional activities

For further information contact:

bookings@conservationvolunteers.com.au
Freecall: 1800 032 501

www.conservationvolunteers.com.au

Make a difference in the developing world

The Oaktree Foundation
NSW HR Manager
Empower young people
Develop your professional skills

The Oaktree Foundation is Australia’s first entirely youth run aid and development agency which aims “to empower developing communities through education in a way that is sustainable”.

Since 2003, Oaktree has provided over 27,500 young people in developing communities with educational opportunities. The NSW HR Manager is a crucial member of the NSW Team and must demonstrate outstanding commitment to achieve Oaktree’s objectives. The NSW HR Manager is responsible for effectively developing, communicating and implementing a strong National Volunteer Programme. He or she will work with the NSW Director and COO to develop entry and exit strategies, find, place and train the best volunteers, and oversee the professional development of team members.

Oaktree NSW is seeking someone who is committed to contributing to the growth of others, who is a skilled communicator and leader, who displays efficiency, initiative, imagination, strong problem solving skills, vision and who is passionate about the mobilisation of young people to make a difference in their world.

The role requires a commitment of at least 10 hours per week. The timing of these hours is flexible, except for the attending of weekly meetings.

For additional information, please contact
e.pidgeon@theoaktree.org on:
Phone: 0419143686

Want to gain real experience at the biggest event in Australia?

Royal Agricultural Society of NSW

Events Assistant - Tourism & Corporate

Want hands on invaluable experience!!
Great Work Experience Opportunity

POSITION DESCRIPTION

POSITION: Events Assistant x 2 DEPARTMENT: Events & Marketing

Position Outline:

The Events Assistant is a support role that involves researching new business opportunities, developing and maintaining database integrity, qualifying prospective clients via telephone, distributing collateral to clients as required and providing marketing support for tourism and corporate entertainment initiatives.

PERIOD OF EMPLOYMENT:

PART TIME INDUSTRY EXPERIENCE POSITION
14 January – 4 April 2008 - Students are employed on a voluntary basis.

• The configuration of the placement is one – two days every week for the period, for each student.
• The placement will include two weeks of consecutive work during the Sydney Royal Easter Show period (20 March – 2 April). To be negotiated with each individual applicant.

REPORTS TO:

Tourism & Corporate Events Manager

HOURS: 0830 – 1700 hours or otherwise agreed.

RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Researching, lead sourcing and identifying new prospective clients (via the Internet, in-house databases, trade associations, trade press etc).
• Performing initial introductory calls in order to establish decision makers (i.e. initial fact-find calls to establish key contacts).
• Provide post-sales support to the Sales Executive.
• Collating, updating and maintaining the integrity of the corporate database for the sales campaign.
• Assist the Business Development Manager with external and internal liaison with stakeholders including but not limited to catering services, venue operations, hire, signage and staging.
• Assist with the implementation of the tourism and corporate marketing plans.
• Provide customer service support to international visitors in the International Visitors Centre and Reserved Seating area during the Sydney Royal Easter Show.
• Provide touring services to international visitors during the Sydney Royal Easter Show.
• Other duties as may reasonably be requested

ESSENTIAL REQUIREMENTS:

• Students must be enrolled at an Australian University, College or TAFE and undertaking studies in Marketing, Events, Tourism/Leisure Management or a related degree.
• Students must be in their second year or above.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
• Ability to work as a team player.
• Ability to liaise with people at all levels of industry.
• Understanding of marketing principles and techniques to promote the RAS products to all segments of its market.
• High level computer skills

PERSON SPECIFICATION:

• Eager to learn
• Team player
• Creativity and ability to generate new ideas
• Attention to detail
• High energy and motivation
• Flexibility
• Patience
• ‘Can do’ attitude

COMPUTER SKILLS:

Essential:

• MS Office, Outlook, Word, PowerPoint, Excel

Key Performance Indicators

• Successful development and implementation of allocated projects
• Achieve high levels of client / customer satisfaction with strong potential for repeat business at future Shows
• Successful implementation of direct marketing and sales protocols, timelines, and desired process and disciplines
• Compliance and participation in RAS OH&S and Environmental programs including Safe Systems of Work, Emergency Procedures, applicable OHS or Environmental Guidelines and Codes of Practice, Material Safety Data Sheets and other obligations under OHS and EP&A Legislation•
• Not to endanger your own health and safety or that of others at the workplace
  

For additional information, please contact

Eric Commazzetto on:

Phone: 0412 777 666

Fax: 02 9704 1122

Cancer support Unit Operations Writer

The Cancer Council NSW is dedicated to defeating cancer by building a cancer smart community. The Cancer Support Unit is seeking a dynamic and enthusiastic volunteer for the position of Cancer Support Unit Operations Writer to review and update update Policy and Procedure operation manuals for the Cancer Council Helpline, Cancer Council Connect and Telephone Support Group Programs.

Based at our Woolloomooloo Office you will report to the Cancer Support Unit`s Manager and will undertake various tasks sucj as:

• Review current CSU Policy and Procedure CSU manuals and bring them in line with current work practices
• Design a uniform portfolio of policy and procedure documents for the CSU
• Update and assist with writing policy and procedure manuals.

Some useful skills for this role may include:

• experience with writing a policy and procedure manual
• experience with writing instructional procedures
• Microsoft Word Skills.

For more information please contact
Paula Vallentine on 9334 1965 or email your application to paulav@nswcc.org.au

Be Part Of An Emergency Team

Australian Red Cross (NSW)
Personal Support - Can You Help In A Disaster?
Regular training days to update your skills

This position is part of ActNow.

Join the 3,000 Red Cross volunteers from across NSW who assist our local communities during times of emergency or disaster. We are looking for calm, friendly, fit people and we will provide you with training so you can provide support in the event of a disaster happening. This is a people orientated role working out of the evacuation and disaster recovery centre that would be set up in your area. You would be a listening ear for people who have been affected by the disaster. You would also help in the smooth running of the centre as directed by team leaders.

To qualify to assist in a disaster there is a one day training course for the Personal Support role. We have teams in all suburbs and regions so you are matched with the group you live closest to. Ongoing training is also offered to volunteers on listening and communication skills.

All volunteers for this position must be over 18 years of age.

Teams operate across NSW and we`ll refer you to your local team. nswvolunteers@redcross.org.au

For additional information, please contact
Carol Lynn on:
Phone: 02 9229 4286
Fax: 02 9229 4265

Join a Hands On Team

This position is part of Act Now.

Make someone`s day brighter! Join our friendly team of volunteers who help with massages for hospital patients and residents in aged care facilities around Sydney and Sydney`s greater west.

Our ideal volunteer enjoys working with many different age groups and would be a good listener and communicator. Many of our clients enjoy chatting, so respecting their confidentiality is also important.

If you would like to get involved, we will train and support you.

All applicants for this position must be over 18 years of age and able to visit during the day time. (Some weekend visits are negotiable)

Interested?

Please give us a call or send us an email
For additional information, please contact
Carol Lynn on:
Phone: 02 9229 4286
Fax: 02 9229 4265

Volunteer at Gallipoli on ANZAC Day

Meet new people
Travel the world
A hands on experience

About the Program: As per the previous two years, the CVA volunteer team will provide general assistance and support in the staging of the commemorative services at the Anzac Commemorative Site and at Lone Pine on 24th & 25th April 2008.

We anticipate that the team of 25 will be divided into three sub groups, with a CVA leader appointed to each. CVA volunteers will be on duty from 2:00pm on the 24th to about 2.00pm on the 25th. Everyone will get a break of a couple of hours during this time, and everyone will get to work in at least two of the three main work areas. Last year, volunteers were allocated to a work area eg south entrance, and remained there for the duration. Everyone stops work to attend the services.

The CVA team may also be required to conduct a litter clean-up along the coast road and the road from Lone Pine to the coast (Artillery Road) on the days prior to the Anzac Day service. In addition to assisting with the dawn service at the Anzac Commemorative Site and the Australian service at Lone Pine, volunteers will visit other significant sites on the Gallipoli Peninsula such as Anzac Cove, Shrapnel Valley, the Nek, Chunuk Bair and Cape Helles. They will also enjoy a cruise along the ANZAC coast on the quiet waters of the Aegean Sea.

Project Location: Lone Pine and ANZAC Commemorative Site, Gallipoli Peninsula, Turkey

Program Dates 2008: Departing Australia on Sunday 20th April 2008

Departing Istanbul on Wednesday 30th April 2008

Program Price: $5,755, reduced rate $5,255 available for volunteers under 35 years. Program price includes:

return international airfares exiting, Syd/Mel/Bris/Perth.
All meals, hotel accommodation, transportation, guides, some recreational activities.
12 Month Membership Conservation Volunteers Australia.
CVA expenses relating to Team Liaison Officer, program marketing, and administration fees.

The program price does not include: domestic airfares to departure cities, travel and medical insurance, visas, vaccination related costs, airline and departure taxes, or passport related costs.

How to Book:

Contact: info@conservationvolunteers.com.au or Freecall 1800 032 501

For additional information, please contact
Naomi Hurst on:
Phone: 1800 032 501
Fax: (03) 5330 2922