Behind every event that changes a young person's life, there's a team keeping things running. That's where you come in.

Lifestyle Markets Australia Inc. (LMA) is a registered charity and not-for-profit bringing communities together through family focused fundraisers, markets and events across Victoria.

Proceeds from our events support Kinds of Happiness (KOH), a charity helping disadvantaged youth in regional and rural Australia through mentoring, farming programs, and skills development.

Role Description:

We are looking for an enthusiastic Volunteer Event Operations Coordinator to help us create memorable, community-driven events. You will support venue sourcing, vendor and stallholders coordination, community group engagement, and volunteer management. Ensuring every event runs smoothly and leaves a lasting impression. If you're organised, people-oriented, and love making things happen, we would love to have you on the team.

Key Responsibilities:

• Attend training and team huddles to get up to speed
• Coordinate with local makers, stallholders, businesses, vendors, community groups, associations, and on-site staff to keep events running smoothly
• Support the identification of grant and sponsorship opportunities
• Assist with the preparation of supporting documentation for applications as required
• Help manage event calendars and deadlines
• Keep compliance documents in check
• Respond to event-related enquiries
• Work with internal teams on promotions, registrations, and communications
• Keep records organised so the team always knows what’s happening

Essential Criteria:

• Strong organisation and time management
• Clear, friendly, and professional communication
• Attention to detail and ability to juggle tasks
• Reliable, proactive, and self-motivated
• Confidence using digital tools (email, shared drives, online meeting platforms)
• Ability to work independently, remotely, and with a can-do attitude

Desirable Skills:

• A positive, welcoming attitude with a genuine smile and enthusiasm for engaging with people
• Willingness to roll up your sleeves and assist with hands-on event tasks
• Comfortable supporting online meetings, shared documentation, and digital tools like Google Workspace
• Interest or confidence in event coordination, sponsor communication, and fundraising
• Previous volunteer or not-for-profit experience is a bonus, but not required — enthusiasm matters most!

Time Commitment:

• Flexible hours, with more time needed during events.
• Ideally 3-4 hours dedicated per week

Wha'ts on offer:

• Gain event planning experience.
• Network with community leaders.
• Make a positive community impact.
• Flexible volunteer hours and remote work!