Summary

Competitive remuneration package with salary packaging benefits available

Ongoing Part‑time opportunity (4 days a week in office (FTE 0.8))

Travelling to different site locations might be required (Northern/ Western/ Central parts of Melbourne)

About the Prospect

The Team Leader – Volunteer Program is responsible for leading and coordinating the effective delivery of the Community Friend Program and the Strengthening Parent Support Program. The role provides strong operational leadership, ensuring programs are responsive, high‑quality, and aligned to participant needs and organisational priorities.

About you

We are looking for someone who can:

Lead and coordinate the day‑to‑day operations of the Community Friend Program and Strengthening Parent Support Program in line with organisational requirements and strategic priorities.

Provide supervision, coaching, mentoring and regular feedback to team members in line with organisational practices.

Lead volunteer recruitment, induction, recognition, and retention strategies to maintain target numbers and engagement.

Facilitate and oversee matching processes between volunteers and participants, ensuring suitability based on needs, preferences, and capabilities.

Oversee the intake, assessment, and suitability of participants for the CFP program.

Benefits of working with MCM include

- Diverse and inclusive organization
- Attractive Salary Packaging benefits
- Supportive learning and development environment
- Culture of continuous improvement
- Relevant qualification in the human services / community development field.
- Demonstrated experience of coordinating volunteers,



and an understanding of issues relating to volunteering and the provision of a volunteer service.
- Experience providing supervision, coaching, and mentoring to staff and volunteers, supporting their development and performance in line with organisational practices.
- Demonstrated experience working with neurodivergent individuals, and a sound understanding of the needs and experiences of people living with disability and/or mental ill health.
- Demonstrated ability to apply person‑centred, strengths‑based approaches that promote inclusion, dignity, and improved wellbeing outcomes.
- Experience in training and presenting to groups.
- Ability to work in a cross‑culturally sensitive manner.
- Well‑developed written and organisational skills.

Screening Criteria:

- National Police check
- Working with Children check and NDIS Worker Screening check or ability to obtain
- Valid Victorian Drivers licence
- Right to Work in Australia

Applications for this role will close on 20 August 2026 /or Applications may close before the deadline, so please apply early. Please include your current resume and cover letter.
Please review the position description to understand more about the role and responsibilities. If you have any needs throughout the recruitment process that have not already been catered for,



we encourage you to contact to let us know how we can better support you to apply.

About MCM

MCM is an inclusive and equal opportunity employer with a strong commitment to safety. MCM embraces differences because we know that diversity and inclusion help us to attract, recruit, engage and retain talented people.
We are a leading not‑for‑profit‑for‑purpose organisation that offers a broad range of services in Disability, Homelessness, Palliative Care and Education.

Our commitment to Safety

MCM is committed to the safety of its clients and employees, taking a zero‑tolerance approach to violence within the workplace and abuse, including child abuse and abuse of people with disability. All employees are required to comply with the Child Safe Standards.

Our commitment to Diversity, Inclusion & Equity of Access

At MCM we embrace our differences because we know that diversity helps us to innovate and make the biggest impact possible. Our DEI Strategy supports and drives an inclusive workplace culture. We embrace the learning opportunities that come with authentic commitment to equity of access for all. We particularly encourage Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander candidates to apply.

MCM places people at the centre of what we do

MCM acknowledges the Traditional Owners of the waterways and lands where we work. We pay our respects to Elders past and present.

We commit to ensuring everyone we work with is safe, empowered, supported and respected, especially children and young people. We support and celebrate diversity of race, culture, ability, gender, sexuality and gender identity.

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📌 Team Leader - Volunteer Programs (Melbourne)
🏢 Melbourne City Mission
📍 Melbourne