Gift Wrapping Coordinator - Volunteering Waikato

Join the Fun as a Gift Wrapping Coordinator! 🎁

Each year, Volunteering Waikato – Te Ohu Tūao o Waikato organises volunteers to wrap Christmas gifts at Centre Place and The Base shopping centres to raise funds for operational costs. This festive fundraiser relies on dedicated volunteers, and Gift Wrapping Coordinators play an essential role in its success!

What does it mean to be a Gift Wrapping Coordinator?
Gift Wrapping Coordinators are responsible for overseeing each day’s operations, ensuring a smooth experience for both the volunteers (our “Wrappers”) and the customers. Coordinators start the day by preparing the booth, unlocking and getting the space ready for the Wrappers’ arrival, and ensuring that changeover between shifts runs smoothly.

Key Responsibilities Include:

• Supporting Wrappers throughout their shifts, ensuring they’re confident in their wrapping skills and familiar with Health and Safety guidelines.
• Welcoming and thanking each Wrapper to make sure they feel valued for their hard work.
• Verifying attendance and, if necessary, stepping in to wrap gifts if a Wrapper is unavailable.
• Gift Wrapping Coordinators will work closely with Volunteering Waikato staff to ensure that 2025’s wrapping runs as smoothly as possible.

Why Volunteer as a Gift Wrapping Coordinator?
As a Gift Wrapping Coordinator, you’ll be part of a fun, festive team connecting with other volunteers, experiencing the holiday buzz, and learning the art of gift wrapping- all while promoting volunteering in our community.

Ideally, Coordinators are available for at least three shifts between 10 and 24 December, though there’s flexibility if you’re able to commit to more.

Join us as a Gift Wrapping Coordinator and help spread holiday cheer across the Waikato community this season!

Full training will be provided for this role.