We currently have a volunteer opportunity for the following:

Strategic Planner

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What we do

ABV delivers economic change to communities across the globe through donated business expertise. We create self-reliance and resilience and leave a lasting economic impact – one that endures generations.

How we do it?

We offer meaning opportunities for skilled business professionals to volunteer their expertise across communities in Australia and the Pacific. We work with communities to understand their needs and work with our Skilled Business Volunteers to match them to projects, that bring the right skills at the right time to help deliver outcomes.

About the opportunity

Primary Purpose of the Position

The Swifts Creek Recreation Reserve is a vital community asset that supports sport, recreation and social connection for the local community. Following the 2019-20 Black Summer bushfires, the Reserve has benefited from significant investment in upgraded infrastructure, resulting in expanded facilities, increased asset value and greater governance, compliance and maintenance responsibilities for the volunteer Committee of Management.

The purpose of this role is to support the Swifts Creek Recreation Reserve Committee of Management to review and update its Strategic Plan, ensuring it reflects the Reserve's current operating environment, future opportunities and long-term challenges. Working closely with committee members and key stakeholders, the Strategic Planner will help identify priorities for governance, asset management, financial sustainability, stakeholder engagement and community activation. The assignment will deliver a practical roadmap that strengthens the Committee's capacity to sustainably manage and grow the Reserve, ensuring it continues to meet the needs of current and future generations.

Selection Criteria:

• Proven experience in strategic planning, organisational development, business planning or community planning.
• Strong understanding of governance requirements and compliance obligations within community, not-for-profit or volunteer-led organisations.
• Experience reviewing governance frameworks, policies, procedures and operational practices.
• Knowledge of asset management, infrastructure planning and long-term sustainability strategies.
• Demonstrated ability to engage, consult and build relationships with diverse stakeholders, including volunteer committees and community groups.
• Experience developing practical, achievable recommendations and implementation plans.
• Strong facilitation, communication and report-writing skills.
• Ability to analyse complex issues and identify opportunities for organisational improvement, sustainability and growth.
• Experience working with sporting clubs, community facilities, Committees of Management, local government or Crown land managers would be highly regarded.
• Understanding of community development principles and the challenges facing rural and regional communities would be desirable.

Role information:

• Start September 2026
• Approximately 3-6 months
• Online w/ potential site visit
• Victoria

Interested to Apply?

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Please note, if you are interested in applying for the role, we will require you to meet the following criteria:

• 5 years professional experience in the relevant field
• Australian citizen or Australian permanent resident residing in Australia.
• Willingness to complete a National Police Check
• Willingness to complete a Working with Children Check

What will happen next?

Our volunteer recruitment team will be in touch with you to advise you of the next steps.

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ABV is an equal opportunity employer and Aboriginal & Torres Strait Islander peoples, people from culturally & linguistically diverse (CALD) backgrounds are encouraged to apply for this position.