About SecondBite

SecondBite is a leading Australian food rescue organisation dedicated to reducing food waste and tackling food insecurity. Through the SecondBite organisation which includes both SecondBite and FareShare, we work collaboratively to provide nutritious food and meals to Australians in need.

SecondBite is committed to positive change through redirecting surplus food, otherwise destined for landfill, to agencies and people facing food insecurity in a safe and timely manner.

As part of the SecondBite organisation, FareShare operates Australia’s largest non-profit kitchens in Melbourne and Brisbane, where chefs, cooks and volunteers transform this rescued and donated food, as well as produce grown on their own kitchen gardens, into millions of delicious, nutritious meals each year for people experiencing need.

We are an equal opportunity employer and embrace diversity in the workplace.

Job Description

About the Role

Are you a people person who loves building relationships and creating positive experiences?

As our Community Volunteer Coordinator, you will be the first point of contact for volunteers and play a key role in recruiting, onboarding, engaging and supporting our volunteer workforce. You'll help ensure our volunteers feel valued, connected and empowered to make a meaningful impact in the community.





This is a hands-on role that combines volunteer engagement, administration, reporting and stakeholder management.

This is a part-time position based in Morningside, QLD, with fixed working hours of Monday to Thursday: 1:30 pm – 7:00 pm and Friday: 8:30 am – 3:00 pm.

Responsibilities

- Attract and engage new volunteers
- Recruit and onboard volunteers, providing an engaging induction to ensure safety and awareness
- Run Information Sessions (confidence in public speaking is a must!)
- Collaborate with your stakeholders to plan and assess needs
- Deliver meaningful reports
- Ensure compliance and safety

Desired Skills and Experience

- Qualifications in social services, education, human resources or similar are desirable.
- Experience coordinating a high volume volunteer program is essential.
- Demonstrated ability to build and maintain strong relationships with stakeholders, colleagues and community members.
- Solid communication skills both written and verbal, experience writing engaging newsletters is highly desirable.
- Highly organised and excellent time management.
- Experience in a profit for purpose organisation, FMCG, hospitality or similar will be highly regarded.
- Proficient in the use of Microsoft programs.
- Experience with Volunteer Management software is desirable.

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📌 Community Volunteer Coordinator (Brisbane City)
🏢 Secondbite
📍 Brisbane City