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We are a dedicated and joyous community working hard to reduce waste and making real change to the lives of over 21,000 babies and children across Victoria every year. We are always looking for dedicated people with a range of skills to join our team.

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Teamwork Assistant

About the role

Our Village (previously St Kilda Mums, Geelong Mums, Eureka Mums) is seeking an adaptable and passionate Teamwork Assistant to support our volunteering experience.

Reporting to the Community Engagement and Operations Manager, this role will be responsible for the supervision of the corporate and community volunteers while onsite for volunteering activities. This includes hosting corporate and school groups, and guiding and training them during their time volunteering with Our Village. Ensuring a positive experience for volunteers is key to this role, as is the efficient and safe operation of our warehouses.

What you’ll be doing

• Supervise and train workplace volunteers in areas such as:
  • Cleaning and repairs of donated items, ensuring high-quality and safety standards are met.
  • Sorting donated items efficiently and accurately.
  • Creating bundle packs for distribution, considering the needs of recipients.
• Follow established health and safety guidelines, including manual handling, ensuring compliance at all times.
• Clearly and respectfully communicate with volunteers, staff, and other stakeholders.
• Foster a positive and inclusive work culture, promoting teamwork and collaboration.

What we’re looking for

• Previous experience in a warehouse or similar environment is preferred.
• Excellent communication, interpersonal skills, and capacity to work well in a team setting.
• Ability to work with a range of volunteers.
• Physically fit and capable of performing manual handling tasks, including lifting and standing for extended periods.
• Ability to adapt to changing priorities.
• Working with Children Check and Police Check

About us
Our Village is the new chapter in the story of St Kilda Mums, Geelong Mums, and Eureka Mums: turning pre-loved into re-loved so every child thrives. Our Village collects, sorts, and redistributes essential nursery equipment, clothing, books, and toys for babies and children in response to requests from a statewide network of social workers and Maternal & Child Health Nurses.

How to apply
Please submit your Resume and a Cover Letter, outlining how your skills and
experience meet the requirements outlined in the Position Description.

Attention to: Ms Des Pinto, Community Engagement and Operations Manager
Any questions can be directed to: des.pinto@ourvillage.org.au

Applications close Friday 10 April (applications will be reviewed as they are submitted, early applications are encouraged).

All offers of employment are subject to a satisfactory Police Check and provision of a valid Working with Children Check prior to commencement. To be considered for this role you must have the right to live and work in Australia.