Room 106
60 Ridgway St
Wanganui 4500
06 347 9430
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- Accounting
- Administration [General]
- Analysis
- Data collection
- Data Entry
- Editing, reviewing
- Filing
- Information Technology
- Librarian
- Newsletter collation
- Reception [General]
- Reporting
- Secretary
- Telephone
- Word processing
- Arts
- Committee member/Trustee
- Conservation work
- Cooking
- Coordinating
- Driving
- Event organisation
- Event support
- Fundraising
- Gardening / planting
- Handy person
- History (recording/research)
- Homecrafts
- Hospitality support
- Information Gathering
- Marketing
- Media
- Painting, repairing
- Photography, visual media
- Promotion
- Publicity
- Research
- Sales
- Sorting
- Writing
- Advocacy
- Befriending
- Child care
- Coaching [sport]
- Driving
- Entertaining
- Family Support (e.g. refugees)
- Financial Counselling
- First Aider (trained)
- Guiding/Leading groups
- Health support
- Hospitality (front of house)
- Interviewing
- Mentoring
- Reading / Writing
- Tutoring
- Visiting
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Meditation Group Facilitator
Ref: #00489
Guiding/Leading groups
Additional details
Wheelchair accessible Disability toilet Close to public transport Training Description
Facilitator to lead meditation group - to support practice within the wider community. Needs to have a personal meditation practice and be willing and wanting to offer this guidance to other people (guided meditations) who may be at different stages on their journey.Hours
30 mins - 1 hour per week on any weekday that suits facilitator.Skill requirements
Experienced meditator who feels comfortable leading others in a meditation practice (even if they haven't done so before.)Personality requirements
Genuine, sincere, inclusive, welcoming -
Yoga Group Facilitator
Ref: #00488
Coaching [sport], Guiding/Leading groups
Additional details
Wheelchair accessible Disability toilet Close to public transport Training Description
Facilitator to lead a Yoga Class to support well-being in the wider community. Needs to have a personal yoga practice and be willing and wanting to offer this guidance to other people who may be at different stages on their journey. Ideal for teacher-in-training who wants to gain experience.Hours
1 hour per week on any weekday that suits the facilitatorSkill requirements
Experienced yoga practitioner who feels comfortable leading others in a yoga practice (even if they have not done so before.)Personality requirements
Genuine, sincere, inclusive, able to make group accessible -
Art Group Facilitator
Ref: #00487
Arts, Guiding/Leading groups
Additional details
Wheelchair accessible Disability toilet Close to public transport Training Description
Facilitator to lead a fun social art class-group participants to bring their medium (painting, charcoal,/watercolour/printmaking etc.) and tools. New (beginner) to experienced artists welcome to group . Facilitator to be an experienced artist willing to support other artists to develop their skills and practice.Hours
1-2 hour weekly commitment. Any weekday that suits the FacilitatorSkill requirements
Interest and experience in any range of art mediums. Interest in facilitating a welcoming group where skills o members can be shared and supported.Personality requirements
Welcoming and inclusive, patient -
Home Exercise Assistant
Ref: #00483
Health support, Visiting
Additional details
Wheelchair accessible Disability toilet Close to public transport Training Description
Visiting and assisting clients with an exercise programme. Background in physio or nursing would be an advantage.Hours
To be advisedSkill requirements
A basic understanding of exercise routine.Personality requirements
Compassionate, patient, kind and understanding. -
Social Media Coordinator
Ref: #00482
Media
Additional details
Work from home Description
Periodically updating our organisation's Facebook page with information/material.Hours
2 hours approximately per weekSkill requirements
Familiar with Facebook platform and other social media.Personality requirements
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Mask maker, material skills
Ref: #00479
Homecrafts
Additional details
Work from home Training Description
'Masks for Good' is a project supporting people/ groups to make masks for thenselves, their whanau and to share with vulnerable groups in our community. We would love to hear from people/ groups who can help make masks, and/ or help at mask-making workshops.Hours
seeking expressions of interest. We will contact you about upcoming workshops. Masks for donation can be made from home if volunteer is ableSkill requirements
Material, sewing, cutting skills. Ability to use a sewing machine desirable but not requiredPersonality requirements
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Casual Receptionist/Adminstrator
Ref: #00478
Administration [General], Data Entry, Filing, Newsletter collation, Reception [General], Reporting, Telephone
Additional details
Wheelchair accessible Disability toilet Training Description
To provide a welcoming and inclusive reception place. Greeting visitors and performing general administrative duties.Hours
Casual/On-call Monday to FridaySkill requirements
Organisational and time management skills Computer/Web/Microsoft LiteracyPersonality requirements
Caring and sensitive manner Ability to work comfortably with people of all social, religious and cultural backgrounds. Positive and professional attitude. -
Board Member / Fundraising Coordinator
Ref: #00477
Coordinating, Event organisation, Event support, Fundraising
Additional details
Wheelchair accessible Disability toilet Close to public transport Work from home Training Description
Organise the locations and volunteers for fundraising events. Work with Publicity Officer in promoting events. To work with Treasurer re-banking.Hours
Flexible and to be discussedSkill requirements
Good communication skills, organisation, delegating and time managementPersonality requirements
People person -
Board Member/Publicity Officer
Ref: #00476
Committee member/Trustee, Fundraising, Marketing, Promotion, Publicity
Additional details
Wheelchair accessible Disability toilet Close to public transport Work from home Training Description
Coordinate material with Community Advisor and President prior to events and Community House. To ensure locations for posters are met prior to any event.Hours
Flexible and to be advisedSkill requirements
Good communication skills, skills in IT and mixed social media platforms.Personality requirements
People person -
Stoker
Ref: #00475
Handy person
Additional details
Disability toilet Close to public transport Training Description
Assisting the Engineer in managing the boiler, coal distributionHours
variableSkill requirements
Interest in the Paddle Steamer and the Awa and the history of both. A background in steam or engineering helpful but not crucialPersonality requirements
The ability to take instruction -
Op Shop Manager
Ref: #00474
Accounting, Coordinating, Data collection, Reception [General], Sales
Additional details
Close to public transport Training Description
To manage the day to day running of our fundraising shop. To sort, value, and price items. Create item displays within the shop. Provide good customer service. Work with and coordinate shop volunteers. Handle day to day finance: cash/bank transfers, record day's takings and banking. Organise and publicise an occasional event to promote our Op Shop.Hours
To be advisedSkill requirements
NoPersonality requirements
We are looking for an organised, enthusiastic and social person. Someone who is self motivated and has a desire to improve the running and experience for our shop. -
Outdoor Gardener
Ref: #00473
Gardening / planting
Additional details
Wheelchair accessible Disability toilet Close to public transport Training Description
Looking after and maintaining our garden beds around our organisation's property.Hours
9:00 am - 1:00 pm Hours can varySkill requirements
Basic garden practices, has initiative and able to follow instructions, commitmentPersonality requirements
Friendly can-do attitude -
Club Publicity Coordinator
Ref: #00470
Data collection, History (recording/research), Information Technology, Media, Newsletter collation, Photography, visual media, Promotion, Research
Additional details
Work from home Training Description
Work with Club Committee to develop promotional material, Prepare and distribute club newsletters, Prepare and maintain digital/resources - Facebook etc. Publicity updates for committee, Keep records for club from media i.e newspapers/online.Hours
1-5 hours per week Meetings once monthlySkill requirements
Computer/multimedia skills Understanding web based communication organisational/administrative ability Confident communicatorPersonality requirements
An affinity with people with disabilities -
Grants Coordinator
Ref: #00469
Administration [General], Analysis, Information Gathering, Reporting, Word processing
Additional details
Training Description
We require a person who can developing a funding strategy for our organisation. Identify and utilise potential funding sources. Apply and complete funding applications.Hours
To be advisedSkill requirements
Well organised, good communicator, high level of attention to detail,. Experience in marketing or sponsorship would be an advantage. Have some familiarity in completing funding applicationsPersonality requirements
Friendly, work well within a team/group and working alone. -
Fundraising Coordinator
Ref: #00468
Analysis, Data collection, Event organisation, Fundraising, Information Technology, Promotion, Publicity, Research
Additional details
Training Description
We require a person to develop a fundraising strategy. This includes creating and managing a schedule/plan for fundraising events. To form excellent working relationships with internal and external parties. To assist in raising our profile within our local community and region.Hours
To be advisedSkill requirements
Fundraising for not-for-profit organisations experience Great time management, current drivers licence, Communicating with, managing and coordinating groups/volunteer committees/volunteer fundraisersPersonality requirements
Personal integrity Empathy to people with different levels of understanding and capabilities. -
General Handy Person/Gardener
Ref: #00466
Conservation work, Fundraising, Gardening / planting, Handy person
Additional details
Close to public transport Training Description
We are looking for keen people who can assist in maintaining the community garden. To be able to carry out maintenance on our garden buildings when required and assist in further community garden development.Hours
Flexible To be advisedSkill requirements
Self-motivated, practical . Handy man skills-build, fix, maintenance.Personality requirements
Punctual , adaptable -
General Grounds Handyman
Ref: #00464
Gardening / planting, Handy person
Additional details
Training Description
To maintain the upkeep of fences, troughs, electric fences, general paddock maintenance. Would suit a retired farmer or outdoor person.Hours
Catchup on a Monday to discuss duties requiredSkill requirements
To be able to work independently and follow instructions.Personality requirements
Friendly -
On-Call - Dial the News Reader
Ref: #00459
Reading / Writing, Telephone
Additional details
Wheelchair accessible Disability toilet Work from home Training Description
Accessing the current Whanganui Chronicle newspaper. Recording your voice reading the family notices, weather and 3/4 main articles. This is to be done in the morning when required.Hours
On-call casual hours on weekdaysSkill requirements
Clear voicePersonality requirements
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Pot Scrubber - Friendship Meals
Ref: #00454
Hospitality support
Additional details
Wheelchair accessible Disability toilet Close to public transport Description
To assist in cleaning pots after food preparationHours
Tuesday 11.30 - 1pmSkill requirements
Capable of working in a busy kitchen environment.Personality requirements
Friendly, helpful, patience. Team player -
Team Manager/Leader Special Olympics
Ref: #00453
Administration [General], Coaching [sport]
Additional details
Training Description
This role to provide guidance and support to coaching staff and volunteers in "Power Lifting" as a new sport within Special Olympics Wanganui.Hours
To be decidedSkill requirements
Time management, problem solving, good communication skills, patient and understanding.Personality requirements
Good sense of humour, understanding of people with special needs. -
Sports Assistant Special Olympics
Ref: #00452
Coaching [sport]
Additional details
Training Description
We are trying to develop "Power Lifting" as a sport within Special Olympics Wanganui. We are looking for some special people/person with an interest in this sport. Volunter to provide skills and support for our athletes.Hours
To be arrangedSkill requirements
A background in fitness/health sports or an interest.Personality requirements
Good sense of humour, lots of patience and an ability to communicate. -
Meals on Wheels Volunteer
Ref: #00451
Driving
Additional details
Training Description
Pick up meals from the Whanganui Hospital kitchen. Deliver the meals to 5-12 households. Great clients. call Meals on Wheels Coordinator if client not at home. Return empty containers to pick up point (hospital kitchen) after delivery. Notify Age Concern Whanganui Volunteer Coordinator if unable to deliver on an assigned day. Routes usually take 1 to 1.5 hours.Hours
11:20 am to approximately 1 pm weekdays Delivery generally takes 1 - 1.5 hoursSkill requirements
Must have a car or access to a car and current car insurance. Able to follow a delivery schedule.Personality requirements
Cheerful, respectful and kind. -
Deck hand
Ref: #00449
Handy person, Hospitality support
Additional details
Wheelchair accessible Disability toilet Training Description
Assist in preparing vessel for sailing, embarking and disembarking of passengers. Assist in handling lines when leaving and returning to the vessel berth. Mix and mingle with passengers sharing the history of the riverboat.Hours
Variable due to seasonal sailings. Every day at height of season.Skill requirements
An interest in the paddle steamer, the awa and it's history. Being a team player. Carpentry and joinery experience preferred but not essentialPersonality requirements
The ability to take instruction from the Vessel Master and Bosun -
Internet Banking/Smartphones/Tablets Tutor (Android/Apple)
Ref: #00447
Information Technology, Tutoring
Additional details
Close to public transport Training Description
Educating seniors (50yrs plus) in use of smartphones and tablets and/or other modern communications technology (eg e-books, smart TV's). Demonstration of apps etc.Hours
2.5 hours per week. Between 9:30 am and 12 noon; 1:30 pm and 4:00 pm.Skill requirements
Must be confident with smart devices and capable of teaching others with patience and understanding.Personality requirements
Volunteers need to be of similar age. Empathy with people over 40 years of age. -
Drivers
Ref: #00438
Driving
Additional details
Wheelchair accessible Disability toilet Training Description
To support blind and vision impaired adults to participate in recreational and social events. Twice each month.Hours
VarySkill requirements
Good communicator and clean diving licence.Personality requirements
Respectful, thoughtful, patient, and good listener. -
Visiting Older People
Ref: #00434
Befriending
Additional details
Training Description
Maintaining a friendly and companionable relationship with an older person through weekly visits.Hours
Minimum of 1 hour per weekSkill requirements
Reliable, excellent communication skills and adaptable. Own transport necessary.Personality requirements
Positive attitude, empathetic & able to create good boundaries. -
General Handy Person
Ref: #00433
Handy person
Additional details
Wheelchair accessible Disability toilet Close to public transport Training Description
To be available to complete general odd jobs such as screwing items into walls and odd repairs. Must have their own tools.Hours
As requiredSkill requirements
Handyman skillsPersonality requirements
Friendly -
Library Assistant
Ref: #00430
Befriending, Event support, Information Technology, Librarian, Sales
Additional details
Wheelchair accessible Disability toilet Close to public transport Training Description
Library Assistant at Community Centre established at Hakeke Street Library Hub.Hours
9:00 am - 1:00 pmSkill requirements
Good with people. Some minor IT skills required.Personality requirements
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Night Crisis Line Volunteer
Ref: #00420
Advocacy
Additional details
Work from home Training Description
Crisis line volunteers respond to calls from our 0800 Refuge line out of office hours. Volunteers pick cell phones up from our office at 5 pm and return them the next morning. Volunteers take calls from women in our community who may wish to talk or from women plus police who are wanting admittance into our safe house service. Volunteers admit women into our safe house at night when needed. Volunteers are paired up and do not work alone.Hours
one night per fortnight - minimumSkill requirements
Full and clean drivers licence, violence free for two years and able to leave house at night.Personality requirements
Calm in crisis situations. compassionate and empathetic, Able to say no if required. -
Bar Attendant/ Bar Ticketing Masters Games
Ref: #00406
Event organisation, Event support, Hospitality (front of house), Hospitality support, Publicity
Additional details
Wheelchair accessible Disability toilet Close to public transport Training Description
Serving at the bar during New Zealand Masters Games and/ or selling tickets to be used st the bar for drink purchasesHours
10 day eventSkill requirements
Able to work late nights.Personality requirements
Friendly, well presented and genuinely a people's person. -
Tram Motorman
Ref: #00402
Driving, Driving, Guiding/Leading groups
Additional details
Wheelchair accessible Close to public transport Training Description
Operate an electrified tram on the tram line on Taupo Quay and provide good service.Hours
1-3 p.m.Skill requirements
Some mechanical knowledge would be an advantage. Communication - Be able to provide good rapport with passengers during/after rides.Personality requirements
Friendly, pleasant, responsive and commitment -
Tram Conductor
Ref: #00401
Befriending, Guiding/Leading groups, Hospitality support
Additional details
Wheelchair accessible Close to public transport Training Description
Sell and clip passenger tickets. Answer any questions and provide a good professional service on our tram line along Taupo Quay.Hours
Roster 1-3 p.m.Skill requirements
Communication - To be able to have good rapport with the passengers.Personality requirements
Warm and pleasant. Responsive and committed -
Assistant Swimming Coach
Ref: #00380
Additional details
Wheelchair accessible Disability toilet Close to public transport Training Description
Working with and supporting head coach. Come to practices when requited. Implement swim programme for people with intellectual disabilities. Programme is prepared by head coach. Swim group meets weekly during school term at Splash Centre.Hours
Training is school term only. 5:30 - 6:30 pmSkill requirements
Kind, friendly people. Swim skills knowledge of swim training methods, an advantage but not essential.Personality requirements
Patience and a sense of fun. Commitment to understanding and forming good relationships with swimmers. -
Recreation Support Assistant
Ref: #00376
Arts, Befriending, Cooking, Entertaining, Event organisation, Event support, Fundraising, Gardening / planting, Guiding/Leading groups, Homecrafts, Visiting
Additional details
Wheelchair accessible Disability toilet Training Description
Assist Recreation Team Leader in activities with the residents.Hours
1:00 - 3:00 p.m.Skill requirements
People with the ability to build rapport with the elderly, art and craft knowledge, communication skills.Personality requirements
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Foodbank Worker
Ref: #00365
Sorting
Additional details
Wheelchair accessible Close to public transport Training Description
People are required to sort and pack goods. Help make food parcels and clean in the Foodbank. Ensuring goods are not past the use by date.Hours
Monday to Friday 9 - 1pmSkill requirements
Able to follow instruction and work as a team player or by themselves. Need to be able to 'think on their feet'. To have a good level of fitness as it is busy and physically demanding.Personality requirements
Able to use initiative. Friendly and efficient. Honest and reliable. Tidy neat presentation. -
Secretary
Ref: #00364
Administration [General], Committee member/Trustee, Data Entry, Event support, Filing, Secretary, Word processing
Additional details
Training Description
Attend all Committee meetings - take minutes. Send, email copies of minutes to all committee members within 2-3 days of meeting. Make up agenda and send out notices of meetings to committee members. Clear P.O Box and deal with general correspondence.Hours
1-2 hours per month Committee meeting every month that would be notified.Skill requirements
Good team playerPersonality requirements
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Health Shuttle Driver
Ref: #00356
Driving, Driving
Additional details
Training Description
Drivers are needed for our St John health shuttle service. We provide a safe and efficient transport for clients with health related appointments to Palmerston North. For this we need qualified drivers who are punctual, friendly and willing to be a team player.Hours
3-4 shifts a month (each shift is a full day) Week days only (Can be early starts)Skill requirements
A clean, full driver's licence, safe driving practices: Every 2 years driving is assessed by St John driving instructor. It is like going for a licence. If fail the volunteer unable to continue as driver. Good time management skills, enjoy working with all people. Computer skills and must have internet access: Be computer savvy (ask volunteer if they do internet banking, emails and online shopping). Must be able to view Health Shuttle website for: daily activity, rosters (inform availability/when required) and client information regarding pick-ups. A reasonable of fitness as you you will be required to get in and out of the shuttle frequently to help the clients.Personality requirements
Honest, caring, reliable and friendly. Ability to maintain confidentiality. -
Health Shuttle Companion
Ref: #00353
Befriending
Additional details
Training Description
Companions are needed for our St John health shuttle service. We provide a safe and efficient transport for clients with health related appointments to Palmerston North. We require companions to help our drivers who are punctual, friendly and willing to be a team player.Hours
3-4 shifts per month. (each shift a full day) Weekdays only (mostly early starts)Skill requirements
Good time management skills, sensitive to the needs of others. Be able to listen and be able to give instruction easily understood by others. Enjoy working with all people. A reasonable amount of fitness as you will be required to get in and out of the shuttle frequently to help the clients. Must be able to view the Health Shuttle website for: daily activity, rosters (inform availability when required) and client information regarding pick-ups.Personality requirements
Honest, caring, reliable, friendly. Ability to maintain confidentiality. -
Horse Groomer and Handler
Ref: #00333
Additional details
Wheelchair accessible Disability toilet Close to public transport Description
Groom, tacking up, leading and side-walking exercising horses.Hours
Open 8:30 am - 02:30 pmSkill requirements
Personality requirements
Prepared to do what is asked and able to use your initiative when required. Have an affiliation with horses. -
Local Coordinator Girl Guiding NZ
Ref: #00321
Coordinating, Event support, Fundraising, Guiding/Leading groups, Mentoring, Promotion
Additional details
Work from home Training Description
At GirlGuiding NZ our vision is that all girls and young women in every community are inspired and empowered to turn their dreams into reality. To do that, we need enthusiastic people who are good at providing direction and support to the Unit Leaders!Hours
Skill requirements
You do not need any prior experience in Guiding to get involved, you need to be someone who: * Is good at building lasting relationships with children, families, and other volunteers. * Has good oversight to ensure programme delivery is fun, challenging, relevant and exciting for all girls. * Will work with unit leaders to ensure has a strong girl-led approach.Personality requirements
* Can provide leadership, direction and support to leaders. * Has good communication skills to ensure each unit feels a part of the GirlGuiding community. -
GirlGuiding NZ Youth Leaders
Ref: #00287
Child care, Guiding/Leading groups, Mentoring
Additional details
Training Description
Our vision is that all girls and young women in every community are inspired and empowered to turn their dreams into reality. To do that we need fun and energetic volunteers (both men and women) to run high quality units.Hours
Meetings run for up to two hours during the school term. Any planning done outside of this can be done flexibly and from home. There will be opportunities to get involved in camps and activities in the school holidays.Skill requirements
You do not need any prior experience in Guiding to get involved. You just need to be someone who: Is passionate about working with children and young people aged 5-6 (Pippins), 7-9 (Brownies), 9-12 (Guides) and 12-17 (Rangers). Is good at building lasting relationships with children and families. Enjoys planning and delivering fun activities to help girls thrive. Wants to empower and motivate girls to be the best version of themselves. Loves to get involved in the local community. You will be given free leadership training and all uniform is provided.Personality requirements
If you are passionate about girls feeling good about themselves and confident in their abilities and individuality, it is very likely that we will have a role for you in helping them achieve this. Our programmes are non-formal and encourage girls to participate and be challenged at the same time. -
Handy person
Ref: #00272
Handy person
Additional details
Training Description
We need someone who is experienced with most Handy person skills, maintain general tasks at Zest for Mission, 163 Victoria Avenue as and when required. -Hours
when requiredSkill requirements
General all-rounder and able to do some repairs.Personality requirements
A friendly, easy-going personality. -
Community Promotions, Events, Marketing and Fundraising
Ref: #00269
Event organisation, Fundraising, Marketing
Additional details
Training Description
We need someone with a vision to promote who, what and where the Christian Social Services (City Mission) Whanganui is, and help in developing change for the Community.Hours
To be negotiatedSkill requirements
All and any relevant Tertiary Qualifications will be highly regarded...Personality requirements
A friendly, outgoing personality. -
Committee Member
Ref: #00260
Committee member/Trustee, Editing, reviewing
Additional details
Training Description
Assist with the restoration of Wanganui Air Traffic Control restoration.Hours
10Skill requirements
Personality requirements
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Board Member. Governance
Ref: #00256
Committee member/Trustee
Additional details
Wheelchair accessible Disability toilet Close to public transport Work from home Description
Formulation of policies, oversight of procedures. Planning and Forecasting organisation activities. Evaluation of Wanganui Budget Advisory Service. Acting as a Good Employer. Fulfilling all legal and ethical standards. Adhering to NZFFBS and Govt Requirements.Hours
About three to five hours per month.Skill requirements
Good communicator and listener, sense of humour, patience, tolerance be firm but fair. Eager to learn about WBASPersonality requirements
See above. Concern about the people in our community. -
Sports Coach
Ref: #00226
Coaching [sport]
Additional details
Wheelchair accessible Disability toilet Training Description
Organise sport coaching and games at lunch time (1:30 to 2:00pm).Hours
1:30pm to 2:00pmSkill requirements
Active and some knowledge of major sports - rugby, soccer, netball, cricket, softball.Personality requirements
Able to relate respectfully and with humour to students in the 11 to 13 year age groups. -
Board Member Brain Injury
Ref: #00202
Committee member/Trustee, Event organisation, Event support, Fundraising, Newsletter collation, Promotion
Additional details
Wheelchair accessible Close to public transport Training Description
Brain Injury Association Whanganui Board consists of a President, Secretary/Treasurer, Vice President and up to six Committee members. Monthly meetings attend to any concerns raised by the Liaison Officer or Administrator. Plan and undertake fundraising events alongside normal office holder duties undertaken in committees.Hours
Monthly meetings approximately two hours from 5pm to 7pm. Other times depending on events/fundraising involvements.Skill requirements
People ideally with (but not essential) Committee experience. Available for assisting at fundraising (i.e. raffles) or other events - if possible during the day or weekends at times.Personality requirements
People with an understanding and empathy for disabled persons' needs. Able to work as a team member. -
Forest Sanctuary Volunteer
Ref: #00183
Conservation work, Gardening / planting, Painting, repairing
Additional details
Disability toilet Training Description
Our regular Volunteering days are Tuesdays and Thursdays. We meet at 9.a.m out at Bushy Park and work on a variety of Conservation tasks around the forest and predator fence. You would need warm layers,rain gear and sturdy boots,snack/lunch and a drink bottle. We are regularly working alongside N.Z endangered birds such as stitchbird, saddleback and North Island Robin. in this beautiful mature forest. STRICTLY NO DOGS ALLOWEDHours
Tuesdays and Thursdays from 9am until noon. Some Volunteers stay into the afternoon.Skill requirements
Reasonable level of physical fitness .Able to work on very uneven ground, and willingness to join in working with others.Personality requirements
Happy to work with others -
Committee Assistance
Ref: #00182
Advocacy, Committee member/Trustee, Conservation work, Coordinating, Event organisation, Event support, Fundraising, Information Gathering, Marketing, Media, Newsletter collation, Photography, visual media, Promotion, Publicity, Research, Sales, Writing
Additional details
Work from home Training Description
People with expertise and willingness to work on one of four Bushy Park Committees - Forest and Farm. Buildings. Education and Promotion. Fundraising.Hours
Committees meet monthly with additional tasks to action.Skill requirements
A willingness to carry out activities agreed by the committee.Personality requirements
Working with others co-operatively. -
Volunteer Whanganui Raffle Sellers
Ref: #00161
Additional details
Wheelchair accessible Disability toilet Close to public transport Training Description
To man the raffles with one other. Must be well presented, honest, trustworthy and a people person.Hours
10 am until 2 pm on scheduled days.Skill requirements
Must be people person, well presented, honest and reliable.Personality requirements
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Interviewer
Ref: #00150
Data collection, Filing, Information Gathering, Information Technology, Interviewing, Sorting, Word processing
Additional details
Close to public transport Training Description
Person to person advice service (walk in, telephone or email contact) offering information, assistance and referral, that is independent, confidential and free of charge. Ascertain client needs by listening, asking questions, researching from available on-site sources and providing appropriate information.Hours
Can commit one 3-hour shift per week open Mon-Fri 9.30 am - 3.30 pmSkill requirements
computer confident: ability to do research via computer; work with databasesPersonality requirements
Good telephone manner, good listener, lifelong learner, interested in others, team player an eagerness to help others. -
Collection/Delivery Helper
Ref: #00137
Driving, Driving, First Aider (trained), Handy person, Media, Sales, Sorting
Additional details
Close to public transport Training Description
Collect donations . Keen eye for quality control, high standard of customer service.Hours
Skill requirements
Excellent customer service, a careful eye for detail.Personality requirements
Honest, reliable, friendly. A knowledge of the Wanganui Community will be an advantage. Physically fit -
Retail Assistant
Ref: #00136
Handy person, Sales, Sorting
Additional details
Close to public transport Training Description
Assist in the day to day running of our 2nd hand shop. Till operation, cash handling & reconciliation, customer service, sorting, pricing and cleaning.Hours
Monday / Thursday /Friday morning shift: 9 am - 1 pm Tuesday - afternoon shift: 1 pm - 5 pm (flexible end time if required)Skill requirements
Cash handling skills are essential. Honest, reliable, excellent customer service skills, a sense of humor essential.Personality requirements
Honest, reliable, friendly. A knowledge of and passion for the Wanganui Community will be an advantage. -
Transport Driver for Patients
Ref: #00105
Driving, Driving, Health support, Mentoring, Telephone
Additional details
Training Description
Contact person to provide a driving service involving pick up, collecting from home, taking to outpatients treatment appointments in either PALMERSTON NORTH or WELLINGTON and return him/her home. Free transport.Hours
2 to 10 hours per week. (7 am - 5 pm: Anywhere between these times) POLICE CHECK REQUIRED.Skill requirements
Full, clean, current drivers licence, Safe, careful and considerate driving practises and vehicle with current registration and WoF.Personality requirements
Good listening skills, friendly, sensitive, reliable and flexible. Physically fit and able. Ability to relate to all manner of people. Must maintain confidentiality. -
Conservation Volunteer
Ref: #00092
Conservation work, Gardening / planting
Additional details
Training Description
Weeding, planting and some trapping at Westmere Lake with a group of like minded individuals.Hours
Wednesday mornings 9-11 dependent on weather.Skill requirements
Reasonable level of fitness, reliable own transport, interest in plants.Personality requirements
Able to take direction and work independently. -
Community Patrol Volunteer
Ref: #00065
Driving
Additional details
Training Description
Patrolling the streets and around business premises in pairs - monitoring security cameras - liaising with public - some late nights. Day shift Monday to Friday. Due to insurance purposes, volunteers need to be 25 and over.Hours
Monday - Friday 9:00 am - 3:00 pm Friday -Saturday 6:00 pm - 12:00/1:00 amSkill requirements
Clear communication - record accurately - clean, full drivers license - good eyesight/observation. Drivers licence required for both day and night shifts. MUST HAVE A CLEAN POLICE RECORDPersonality requirements
Teamworker, non-confrontational. -
Committee Members
Ref: #00060
Committee member/Trustee, Guiding/Leading groups, Mentoring
Additional details
Description
Train to be an officer within unit, under the umbrella of New Zealand cadets. Military background is preferred, but not required. A role for any body who wishes to learn and mentor youth.Hours
Evenings. Once a month for 2 hours.Skill requirements
Personality requirements
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Bird Rescue Shop Assistant
Ref: #00035
Handy person, Marketing, Publicity, Sales, Sorting
Additional details
Close to public transport Training Description
Displaying Goods - Sorting Donations - Tidying Shop - SalesHours
Tuesdays & Thursdays 10 am until 3.p.m, Saturdays 10 a.m until 2.p.mSkill requirements
Handling money, People skills, stress tolerance - some lifting requiredPersonality requirements
Reliability and dependability even as demand for action in the shop varies. Honesty, pleasant manner with the public. -
Conservation work, Gordon Park
Ref: #00032
Conservation work, Gardening / planting
Additional details
Training Description
General weeding of reserves and pest control. Weeding at Gordons Bush second Tuesday of each month 9 am until noon and fourth Thursday of each month 1 pm until 4 pm. Morning and afternoon teas provided.Hours
Skill requirements
Reasonable level of fitness, interest in the outdoor environmentPersonality requirements
Hard working, friendly. -
Gardeners
Ref: #00001
Gardening / planting
Additional details
Wheelchair accessible Close to public transport Training Description
Working in a large vegetable garden and orchard, digging over, weeding, planting, composting, harvesting.Hours
Skill requirements
A love of Gardening and self Management skills. Physically fit as it can be hard work at times.Personality requirements
Commitment to the role Reliability