DIVRS’ new pilot Migrant Driver Program is looking for volunteer mentors to support learner drivers from a migrant or refugee background. As their mentor, you will develop and maintain a purposeful, empowering and supportive relationship with the learner, assisting them in gaining the knowledge, experience and confidence required to obtain their Victorian Drivers Licence.

Duties and Responsibilities:

• Act in the role of a supervising driver and help people from a migrant or refugee background gain the necessary amount of driving experience prior to going for their probationary licence.

• Build a positive relationship with the learner driver, be a positive role model and provide non-judgemental support to the learner driver.

• Meet with the matched learner driver regularly for driving sessions.

• Provide regular feedback to the Project Officer on the progress of the learner driver and the program

We are looking for people who have/are:

• Age 21 years and over and hold a current full Victorian licence

• Respectful and inclusive of cultural backgrounds.

• Good communication skills including a willingness to listen and learn

• Motivated, reliable and confidential, have self-awareness, compassion and empathy

• (or willing to obtain) a current Working with Children Check, National Police Check and Driver History Report, insurance and licence check.

• At least two references must be provided, one professional reference would be recommended.