Frequently Asked Questions

Please see below for some of the more commonly asked questions, if you need more information please call or email us.

What's in it for me?

What positions do you have available?

A wide variety that changes all the time! Scroll through the positions via the ''Current Positions'' link (under Want To Volunteer) for a list.

What towns do you have positions in?

We list voluntary roles throughout the Waikato Region including the Waikato, Waipā, Thames/Coromandel, Hauraki, Matamata/Piako, Ōtorohanga, Waitomo, South Waikato and Taupō Districts. We might not have positions available in every town all of the time, but roles open and close frequently!

How do I get a voluntary position?

You can simply search for available positions online and apply for any that are of interest.
If you are in or near Hamilton, you can contact us to arrange a time to come in to chat with one of our staff. During this time our staff member will discuss what volunteering you might be interested in, and show you what roles are available.

How much will it cost me?

Whether you come in and see us or sign up online, our volunteer placement service is free.

Do I need a C.V.?

No, not for the chat with Volunteering Waikato, however the organisation that you apply to may ask to see your CV.

Do I need qualifications?

There are some jobs which require a person to have specific qualifications. However, most of our jobs do not require formal qualifications.
Training is often provided on the job.

Will volunteering result in paid work?

Volunteer work helps to build your CV, gives you useful experience, contacts and a reference. Occasionally a volunteer position does become a paid job, but it is rare.

Do you check references or do police checks?

We will tell you if a police check is required for the role. We do not check references or do police checks when you apply for a voluntary position, however, many of our organisations complete these checks before you start your voluntary position with them.

What are my obligations?

Your obligations as a volunteer will include such things as turning up for work on time, doing the job to the best of your ability, and getting on well with the people with whom you are working.
You will be told what the organisation expects from you before you accept a job.
If you are a volunteer, you must take reasonable care of your own safety and take care not to do anything which could harm another person. You should follow all reasonable safety instructions given to you when you are volunteering at one of our member organisations, so that they can comply with their Health and Safety obligations.