Are you passionate about helping your community? Northern Rivers Community Gateway (NRCG) is seeking a Volunteer NILs Officer to support our Financial Inclusion programs.
About Us
Community Gateway strongly values our employees and the important work they do for the community in delivering emergency relief and welfare services, community connections, health inclusion and community capacity building.
Established in Lismore nearly 50 years ago, we are firmly embedded in the communities we support. Today we are a QIP accredited organisation, with over 20 programs and services in Lismore, Grafton, and across the Far North Coast.
We exist to reduce socioeconomic disadvantage by delivering practical help, advocacy and opportunities for people to have a voice in decisions that affect their lives. Our work is shaped by our values of integrity, respect, inclusion and compassion.
We provide a range of initiatives to develop and recognise our staff, and provide prospects for regular team building events, and cooperative projects.
About the NILs Program
The NILs (No Interest Loans Scheme)
offers people on low incomes safe and affordable access to credit over a range of periods. As a volunteer, you will work as part of a team within our Financial Inclusion programs, supporting the NILs Team in day-to-day operations, while reporting to the Manager – Wellbeing & Inclusion.
The Role
As a Volunteer NILs Officer, you will:
Assist clients with loan applications and follow-ups
Maintain client records and program databases
Ensure compliance with operational and funding guidelines
Promote the NILs program and other NRCG services
You will work primarily from Lismore
What We’re Looking For
Essential:
Understanding of people on low incomes
Relevant experience or qualifications for administrative and client support
Ability to meet targets and work flexibly
Computer literacy (Microsoft Office, databases)
Desirable:
Experience in microfinance or loan programs
NSW Driver’s Licence
Why Volunteer with NRCG
Make a real impact on your community
Be part of a cooperative, values-driven team
Gain experience in financial inclusion and social impact work
To apply online, please click on the appropriate link below.
📌 Volunteer Nils Lismore
🏢 Northern Rivers Community Gateway
📍 Lismore
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