The Boroondara Volunteer Resource Centre is advertising this role on behalf of the Australian Province of the Society of Jesus - Jesuit Stamps.

Do you have attention to detail and are interested in stamps? We require a team member to help us organize and prepare postage stamps for sale. This role would suit an enthusiastic stamp collector.

Tasks and Responsibilities:

• Sorting donated stamps into categories, countries and themes
• Trimming stamps from envelopes
• Organising stamp albums

Skills and Experience:

• Knowledge of stamp collecting would be an advantage but not essential.
• Easy going personality with the ability to work with others and interact with customers.
• An orderly mind with interest in geography and history.
• Reliability, attention to detail.
• Reasonable eyesight and steady hands (working with scissors)
• Ability to handle repetitive tasks and maintain concentration.

Induction and training:

• A one on one session with the Stamp Unit Manager (approx. 1 hour) This would include an overview of the Jesuit Mission overseas charity projects and the role the stamp unit plays.
• An explanation of the service we provide to individual stamp collectors and dealers.
• Demonstration of the tasks required to prepare orderly filing within the numerous categories associated with stamp collecting.

Benefits:

• A sense of satisfaction doing something that benefits the less fortunate in overseas countries.
• Social interaction.
• Enjoying an activity with no stress or pressure.
• Keeping the mind active. (most volunteers find some therapeutic benefits)