Being a good driver goes without saying in this role, but as a Client Driver you'll be doing so much more than getting someone from A to B. This is very much a front-line role, where every journey you make will be helping someone to get the support and treatment they need, so being empathetic and a good listener is vital as you travel to and from appointments.

New Zealand Red Cross is looking for help in their Petone store to assist with sales, visual display merchandising, sorting and pricing stock etc in Lower Hutt. All agency shops are staffed by volunteers. A range of flexible opportunities is available whether you want to learn new skills or meet new people or simply use your time to make a difference.

GirlGuiding New Zealand is all about empowering women of all ages to develop confidence, leadership and to be capable members of society. This means going outdoors, adventuring around the local area and learning new things by getting stuck in.

As a Unit Leader, you will be part of a passionate team who:

• Provide a fun, challenging, and exciting programme for girls.
• Facilitate opportunities for girls to contribute and ensure that there is a strong girl voice in the unit.
• Receive ongoing training and mentoring opportunities.

Time Commitment

• A regular commitment to attend and help run a weekly unit meeting, for 1-2 hours, generally during term time.
• Extra time to plan the programme with girls and leaders, including camps, excursions, and attending trainings. On average, 1 hour per week across the term.

If this sounds like you, we would love to chat.

Are you calm in the chaos, friendly with tamariki, and not afraid of a bit of mess?

Whanau Awhina Plunket's long-established playgroup in Featherston needs a steady hand at the helm. Could that be you?

We're looking for a reliable, organised volunteer to help us lead our playgroup twice a week during school terms. You'll be the friendly face that welcomes families, supports our volunteer team, and keeps things running smoothly.

This role is perfect for a parent who'd like to volunteer with their child, using existing skills and gaining new ones (and getting a great reference from Plunket!), or a local retiree with a heart for community.

We follow a pro-equity approach grounded in Te Tiriti, and we're committed to building a diverse team of volunteers that reflects our community.

Do you have an interest in acquiring unique sailing skills and enjoy working with people with disabilities?

Sailability Wellington is an inclusive sailing club for people with disabilities. With over 200 sailing members and 70 experienced volunteers, we sail up to 6 days a week from our bases at Seaview, Evans Bay and Onepoto (Porirua). Each sailor can participate in activities that match their personal interest and capability. We have 27 specially designed Hansa yachts and 3 support boats and operate with strict safety protocols.

So, join our crew for lifelong fun, friendship and adventure!

We are looking for reliable crew members who can turn up on a regular basis to make a difference in people's lives. We have a range of roles include rigging (and de-rigging) boats, welcoming sailors, fitting lifejackets, helping people in and out of boats, sailing with clients and helping with lunch. Sailing experience is welcome but not essential.

The Southend Business Group (SEBG) is a non-profit organisation supporting local businesses in the Lower Hutt CBD. We're looking for a creative and proactive Social Media Lead to help us boost our online presence. This role involves planning and creating content for Instagram and Facebook - including designing posts, producing reels, and engaging with our online community through strategic campaigns for SEBG and its members. If you're passionate about social media and creating engaging content, join us in making a difference in our local community!

Changemakers aims to help refugee background people to get their restricted licence. Being able to learn to drive is important to many former refugees for access to work, as well as to support their greater participation in their wider communities. Having your licence supports longer terms goals of employment and independence. Learning to drive can be difficult without a car or a person to teach driving skills.

Which is why we need your help.

We're looking for a calm and confident female driver is required to take a woman from a refugee background community in Lower Hutt out for driving practice twice a week. This will be once she has had professional lessons to the point that the instructor deems she is safe to go out for practice with a volunteer. An insured car is provided.

The Southend Business Group (SEBG) is a non-profit organisation dedicated to supporting local businesses in the Lower Hutt CBD. We're looking for a friendly and confident Member Relationship Coordinator to help us engage with our members and local businesses. This role involves visiting shops, sharing SEBG updates and benefits, and encouraging participation in community events. If you enjoy talking to people and building relationships, we'd love to hear from you

Community Law are looking for volunteer lawyers in Lower Hutt. Volunteering at Community Law is an opportunity to learn about strategies for social change and connect with other people who care about justice. The work you'll be involved in directly contributes to upholding the mana in our communities.

Gain practical experience giving legal assistance while empowering clients and making sure the community has better access to the legal system.

Our volunteer lawyers come from all fields of law. Many provide advice through our general sessions on all non-commercial areas of the law, or offer specialist knowledge in specific sessions such as:

• Employment Law
• Family Law
• Immigration Law

We are accepting applications for all sessions, but we are currently prioritising:

• General and benefits lawyers for our Monday 12-2pm session in Wellington (benefits training provided)
• Employment lawyer for our Tuesday 5-7pm session
• General lawyer for our Wednesday 12-2pm session

We are also seeking lawyers with experience in the following areas:

• Insurance
• ACC
• Tenancy
• Criminal Law
• Land Transport (e.g., drink-driving offences)

Please mention in your application if you have experience in any of these areas!

You can volunteer on a weekly, fortnightly, or monthly basis.

Minimum time commitment: Due to the time taken to induct and train new volunteers, we ask for a commitment of at least 1 year volunteering with us.

Hutt Radio relies on a dedicated team of volunteers whose numbers are steadily growing. We need someone to help make sure everyone feels fully informed, involved, and appreciated, and to handle the process of bringing new volunteers on board. This is ideal for someone with a background in, or ambition to work in recruitment and HR, but basically, if you're a people person, then this is the role for you!

Are you a creative graphic designer who can help us produce content for print, website and social media? By doing this you will be helping make a difference for people who have real difficulties in accessing support! Men and Trauma is one of New Zealand's leading mental health agencies working throughout the country with males and others who have experienced abuse and trauma. We are small not-for-profit agency that works with people who have experienced abuse and trauma. We provide a range of services for people from diverse backgrounds. Our key work areas are Counselling, Therapy, Therapeutic Support Groups and Peer Support. You will not be expected to work more than 4 hours per week and expenses will be covered

We are looking for a dedicated volunteer repairer to assist with minor repairs and refurbishments of furniture and second-hand goods. This role is ideal for individuals with basic repair skills who want to contribute to a sustainable cause and make a positive impact on the community.

Perform minor repairs on furniture such as fixing loose joints, re-gluing, sanding, and touching up paint or finishes. Repair small appliances, electronics, or second-hand goods as needed.

Put together kitset furniture and other household items to ensure all the parts are there Track and report on repairs completed and items ready for sale or donation.

At Free for all store we are passionate about sustainability and making a positive impact on the environment and our community. By providing second-hand clothes and bric a brac at affordable prices, we help reduce waste and promote conscious consumerism. We're looking for enthusiastic volunteers to join our team and help with sorting donated clothing and providing exceptional customer service in our shop. We are seeking reliable and friendly volunteers to assist with sorting donations and providing support in our retail space. Sort through donated clothing items, ensuring they undamaged, and appropriate for sale. Categorising Ensure that items are neatly folded, hung, and arranged for presentation on the sales floor. Help with organising and maintaining the back stock of donated items.

Are you a warm and welcoming person who loves connecting with others and sharing parenting experiences? Join Whanau Awhina Plunket as a Plunket in the Neighbourhood (PIN) Group Facilitator and become a key member of our supportive Community Services team. In this role, you'll help create lasting connections among parents of babies up to six months old, offering support, understanding, and encouragement as they navigate the early stages of parenthood. From setting up cozy meeting spaces to leading engaging discussions on essential topics like sleep, feeding, and safety, your friendly presence will make every parent feel valued and included. If you're ready to make a meaningful impact in the lives of fellow parents and their precious pepi, join us as a PIN Group Facilitator and be part of something truly special.

The Southend Business Group (SEBG) is a non-profit organisation dedicated to supporting local businesses in Lower Hutt. This January, we're hosting a Fun Run as part of the Cool As Challenge to raise funds for SEBG and a local charity. We're seeking an organised and enthusiastic volunteer to help plan the course, manage registrations, and coordinate event-day activities. If you have excellent time management skills and enjoy working with people, we'd love to hear from you!

Sorting - clothing, linen and homewares (back room), Having fashion knowledge is a plus. Counter - sales, pricing and till work. Driver - van, deliveries and pick up's (must have a full clean drivers licence and be in good health/fitness)

Sorting through clothing linen and homewares in the back room. Having fashion knowledge is a plus. Counter - sales, pricing and till work. Driver - van, deliveries and pick up's (must have a full clean drivers licence and be in good health/fitness)

Southend Business Group is a non-profit organisation focused on supporting and promoting our members through various initiatives and community engagement. We are currently looking for a WordPress Website Specialist to help us bring two exciting community projects to life. the Sweet As and Cool As challenges. You will also support a new member website. If you're skilled in Wordpress and passionate about user experience then this is the role for you. We need someone with experience in WordPress to complete the development of these sites and improve their usability, particularly by enhancing the theme and user experience. Additionally, you will provide support for the development of a new website for our members. If you're skilled in WordPress and passionate about creating user-friendly websites, we’d love to hear from you.

Our vision is New Zealanders from refugee backgrounds participating fully in life in Aotearoa New Zealand. And to do that we need your help. We're looking for patient, confident drivers to teach former refugees how to drive in Lower Hutt. If you are patient and friendly, loves to drive and enjoys meeting people from around the world this role is for you. This organisation needs volunteer driving mentors who are over 21 yrs and have held their full licence for 2 yrs or more.

GirlGuiding New Zealand is all about empowering women of all ages to develop confidence, leadership and to be capable members of society. This means going outdoors, adventuring around the local area and learning new things by getting stuck in. We are particularly looking for people who are keen to work with our Guides (9 – 12 ½ year olds) and Rangers (12 - 17 yrs old). You will help them obtain their Aoraki & Queens Guide Awards – giving them adventures and experiences through their teenage years.