Volunteering SA & NT manages the database which advertises volunteer positions for South Australia and Northern Territory via SEEK, GoVolunteer, our own website and the WeDo App. In fact, the position advert you are reading now is one that we upload and manage!

We are currently looking for one or two new members to join our Volunteer Positions Management Team (VPM Team) to assist with the maintenance of the database.

The VPM Team works on ensuring the information entered is accurate and up to date. Equally important is developing and building relationships with our client base, the not-for-profit organisations whose volunteer positions we advertise.

This role involves accurate data entry, providing customer service to not-for-profit agencies and liaising with them to discuss their volunteer position descriptions and/or requirements. Volunteers are often required to perform copywriting tasks, rewriting descriptions to make it more attractive and informative for the reader.

This opportunity is suited to individuals who can make a regular weekly commitment of a minimum of 4-6 hrs. Ideally seeking people who can commit to a minimum of 6 months.

Essential requirements: ~ A high level of communication skills – particularly confident phone skills ~ Excellent interpersonal skills and ability to liaise with diverse groups and organisations ~ Experience using Microsoft Office suite and accurate data entry ~ Ability to analyse and interpret information ~ High level of proficiency in English language, both written and verbal ~ An eye for detail

Desirable but not essential - ~ copywriting skills ~ Knowledge and/or experience of community organisations and voluntary sector