Join our team of amazing humans as a TEDxPerth volunteer

Responsibilities and duties:

As a 100% volunteer-led organisation, the experience of our volunteers is at the heart of everything that we do. We are seeking a highly proactive and organised person for the Head of Volunteer Experience role.

• Participate as a core member of the TEDxPerth Volunteer Leadership Team, contributing to strategy and culture.
• Establish and lead a small Volunteer Experience Team (typically 3–5 people) to deliver people-focused initiatives.
• Design and oversee the volunteer lifecycle—recruitment, onboarding, engagement, development, and offboarding.
• Lead the development and continuous improvement of policies, processes, and tools to support an exceptional volunteer experience.
• Collaborate with Heads of Department to ensure appropriate volunteer resourcing across the organisation.
• Champion inclusive, safe, and positive volunteer culture aligned with TEDx values and community impact.
• Promote wellbeing and retention by fostering recognition, feedback, and community-building practices.
• Access guidance, training, and tools through Volunteering WA to support best-practice volunteer management.
• Uplift practices over time to align with the National Standards for Volunteer Involvement.
• Contribute to succession planning, knowledge transfer, and long-term sustainability of volunteer roles.

Knowledge and skills required: 

• Strong interpersonal and communication skills with the ability to engage, motivate, and support volunteers.
• Experience in people management, HR, community organising, or volunteer coordination (paid or volunteer).
• Understanding of volunteer management principles, ideally including the National Standards for Volunteer Involvement.
• Collaborative leadership style with the ability to work cross-functionally across diverse teams. 
• Organised and proactive, with skills in planning, documentation, and process improvement. 
  

Personal Attributes: 

• Professionalism
• Be an on your feet thinker 
• Willing to learn 
• Problem solver 
• Team player 
• Flexible and adaptable to changing priorities  

Time Commitment:

• Weekly Tasks Dedication: A commitment of 2 to 6 hours per week, with flexibility around key project deadlines.
• Collaborative Meetings: Participate in regular meetings to discuss progress and actions, 1 hour per week.
• Deadline Commitment: Timely completion of tasks is essential to ensure the success of our projects and the smooth operation of our organisation. Respond to all communication in a timely manner.

We understand the importance of balancing volunteer activities with your personal commitments, and we’re here to ensure that the experience is equally rewarding and manageable for you.

Benefits: 

• Professional Growth: Develop personally and professionally by working on real-world challenges faced by TEDxPerth.
• Community Connection: Network with a diverse group of professionals and volunteers passionate about spreading knowledge and inspiring change.
• Value-Driven Work: Play a crucial role in TEDxPerth’s success.
• Have fun and meet new friends: Meet new people and find a renewed sense of creativity and motivation while helping TEDxPerth.