Do you want to help save orangutans, other Critically Endangered species, and the last rainforests of Indonesia?

The Orangutan Project is an international not-for-profit organisation working to save Critically Endangered orangutans through a broad range of holistic projects in Borneo and Sumatra.

We partner with local conservation organisations and work alongside local people and indigenous communities to safeguard Indonesia's remaining rainforests and save orangutans, elephants and tigers from extinction.

About the role We're looking for an experienced Team Leader to plan and manage fundraising stalls for our busy Canberra team. You'll take on a leadership role with our experienced, passionate team of volunteers and make a real difference to fundraising across Canberra.

Our Team Leaders play a central role in raising much-needed funds for orangutan conservation forest protection. The role reports to and is supported by the Volunteers Fundraising Manager (VFM).

Key tasks of a Team Leader

• Support and manage a team of volunteers to attend market stalls, engage with the public, and promote adoptions
• Assist with training of new volunteers (with support from the Recruitment and Development Team)
• Create opportunities for volunteers to meet outside formal volunteering hours in order to build a strong team bond
• Book and set up stalls at markets and festivals
• Manage, store and transport merchandise and equipment for stalls
• Manage and bank funds raised and maintain associated records
• Attend monthly meetings with other team leaders, the VFM and key staff
• Adhere to our policies, procedures and Code of Conduct

About you

• You're passionate about conservation and the environment
• You have experience in team management (staff or volunteers)
• You absolutely love leading and nurturing teams and creating a sense of team bonding
• You are available for six to eight hours per month to plan, book, manage and attend fundraising stalls
• You are supremely organised and a great communicator - in person, on the phone and via email
• You're based in Canberra and have time to attend markets and festivals on weekends
• You are proactive, organised and an excellent communicator who loves getting out and about in your local community

You will receive training and support in how to talk about orangutans, the threats they face, and how we’re responding, as well as in other aspects of the role where required.

If this sounds like you, we'd love to hear from you!

After you’ve applied, please send a copy of your resume or brief summary of your experience to apply@orangutan.org.au, which will be sent to you in an automated message.

About The Orangutan Project

The Orangutan Project is the main brand within our parent company, Wildlife Conservation International (WCI), which also includes the International Elephant Project and International Tiger Project.

Initially founded in Australia by world-renowned primatologist Leif Cocks (OAM), we are an international wildlife conservation organisation that manages and supports holistic, grassroots projects to save Critically Endangered orangutans, tigers and elephants and safeguard the remaining rainforest ecosystems of Sumatra and Borneo.

Our holistic approach focuses on four key pillars

1. Legally protect forests
2. Secure, restore and patrol orangutan, elephant and tiger habitat
3. Rescue, rehabilitate and release infant orangutans and displaced and injured orangutans, elephants and tigers
4. Educate and empower the local communities and indigenous people

The Orangutan Project highly values our wonderful volunteers and the enormous contribution they make. Our volunteers raise much-needed funds and awareness about the urgent need for conservation and forest protection. We are always delighted to welcome new volunteers from diverse backgrounds.