Volunteer Manager
Lead volunteer programs and recruit and manage volunteers.
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- What's it like to be a Volunteer Manager?
- How to become a Volunteer Manager
- Latest Volunteer Manager jobs
- Top skills and experience for Volunteer Managers
- Volunteer Manager role reviews
What's it like to be a Volunteer Manager?
Volunteer Managers identify volunteering opportunities and then recruit volunteers to participate. Volunteer Managers advocate for volunteering and work with their colleagues to identify where extra capacity or capability is needed across a business to run volunteering programs. They then recruit and manage a pool of volunteers, matching them to volunteer roles that suit their skills and interests. Volunteer Managers commonly work in not-for-profit organisations. It’s a Volunteer Manager’s role to work with their organisation to ensure a safe volunteering environment and that any regulatory and compliance requirements are met. Volunteer Managers have the opportunity to connect volunteers with meaningful roles that help deliver crucial programs and services to those in need.
Tasks and duties
- Promoting programs to attract volunteers and advocating for the benefits of volunteering.
- Sourcing and curating volunteering opportunities.
- Matching volunteers with suitable opportunities.
- Communicating with and engaging volunteers and their colleagues across an organisation.
- Preparing staff for volunteering by educating, training and providing equipment if required.
- Ensuring a safe environment for volunteering to take place.
- Building relationships with Volunteer Managers across other organisations to understand and implement best practices.
How to become a Volunteer Manager
There are no formal qualification requirements to become a Volunteer Manager, but many have a relevant tertiary qualification and industry experience.
- Complete a relevant qualification. This could be a Certificate IV in Community Services (CHC42015), Diploma of Business (BSB50120) or Diploma of Event Management (SIT50316). A degree, such as a Bachelor of Business, may open up a broader range of career options.
- Gain industry experience. You could start off by securing a volunteering opportunity on SEEK Volunteer to familiarise yourself with the volunteering process. Alternatively, a coordinator or assistant role that supports a Volunteer Manager can prepare you for this career.
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Skills and experience employers are looking for
Having the right skills and experience can make you an in-demand applicant. Volunteer Manager employers on SEEK are looking for job seekers with expertise in the following areas. Volunteer Management
Volunteer Engagement
Palliative Care
Volunteer Recruitment
Volunteer Coordination
eLearning Development
Leadership Support
Event Management
Newsletters
Resource Development
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Latest Volunteer Manager reviews
May 2025
Working as a Volunteer Manager has been one of the most fulfilling roles of my career. Every day, I’ve had the opportunity to connect passionate individuals with meaningful opportunities that truly make a difference in the lives of others.
Reviewer's QualificationDiploma of Volunteer Management
Experience5 – 9 years
Organisation sizeMedium (20-199 employees)
SpecialisationCommunity Services & Development
The good thingsThere’s a strong sense of pride in building a culture where volunteers feel valued, supported, and inspired.
If you’re someone who is passionate about people, community, and creating positive social c...
The challengesThe role does come with its challenges, especially balancing the needs of an organisation with the wellbeing and motivations of volunteers. But with strong communication, empathy, and a clear vision, ...
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