CatholicCare are seeking a Part-Time Volunteer Coordinator based in Taree to support the recruitment, onboarding, coordination, and engagement of volunteers across Community Kitchens and Diocese programs.
Working across a 39-hour per fortnight roster, the role manages the full volunteer lifecycle including recruitment, suitability assessment, induction, and ongoing supervision and support. Working closely with the Volunteer Manager, you will ensure compliance with WHS, safeguarding, and organisational policies.
You will coordinate mandatory training, maintain accurate volunteer records and rosters, and provide monthly reporting to support service delivery and management oversight.
The successful applicant will be organised, people-focused, and committed to safe, inclusive, and values-driven volunteer engagement, with experience in volunteer coordination or community services highly regarded.
If you are passionate about supporting volunteers and contributing to community impact, and meet the selection criteria, please apply now.
Benefits of Working With Us
Directly contribute to improving the lives of many in the community;
Receive an attractive salary with salary packaging available;
Paid parental leave;
Flexible working arrangements;
Ongoing training and development opportunities;
A great friendly environment of dedicated and passionate co-workers
Discounted gym membership through Fitness Passport
To coordinate the volunteer recruitment, engagement and day-to-day management of volunteers of the Taree and Forster Tuncurry Community Kitchens ensuring that we work together to build a stronger, fairer and kinder society that values children, young people, families and individuals. The Coordinator will be responsible for the day-to-day operations including: rostering, volunteer support, induction, and ongoing training of volunteers, ensuring safe food handling and preparation, stakeholder relationships, WH & S, community collaboration and liaison, liaison with schools and other interested parties including collaborating with parish priests and parishioners. The Coordinator will work in collaboration with the Community Kitchen Coordinator to deliver operational KPI’s for the Taree and Forster Tuncurry Community Kitchens.
Desired Skills and Experience
EXPERIENCE/CRITERIA
A commitment to the Vision, Mission and Values of our organisation and willingness to actively engage in organisational events
Demonstrated experience in managing people including people from diverse backgrounds
Demonstrated experience in managing volunteer engagement and participation
Knowledge and sound understanding of the national standards of volunteer involvement
Sound understanding of kitchen operations and safe food handling practices
Ability to work autonomously and as part of a team
Excellent communication, negotiation, and problem-solving skills
Sound Computer literacy
Ability to deliver orientation and training
QUALIFICATIONS
Diploma of Volunteer Management (or willingness to obtain) or equivalent relevant experience and/or extensive work history within the Social Services sector
NSW Driver Licence
A current Working With Children Check for paid employment or willingness to obtain
To Apply
Please provide a current copy of your Resume and a Cover Letter which addresses the two criterion points below:
Why you want this role and how it aligns with your career goals.
Your qualifications and experience in a similar position.
For further information please reach out to Kathryn Osborne Kathryn.Osborne@catholiccare.org.au
Applications close 11.59pm on Wednesday, 03 June 2026.
Additional Information
The Diocese of Maitland-Newcastle is committed to safeguarding children and vulnerable persons and preventing those in our care from suffering abuse or neglect. It is committed to implementing and maintaining compliance with the NSW Child Safe Standards and the National Catholic Safeguarding Standards and takes a zero-tolerance approach to abuse of children or vulnerable persons.
All who work in the name of the Diocese must comply with the Diocesan Safeguarding Framework Policy and act in accordance with the Diocese’s Code of Conduct which includes the Diocese’s Safeguarding Commitment Statement. Employees are required to undergo a National Police Check and retain a valid NSW Working with Children Check where necessary, in accordance with legislation.
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