Vision: Enrich lives through volunteering
Mission: Connect people and transform communities

Literacy Ambassador - Morrinsville

Morrinsville
Organisation:
Rural Youth and Adult Literacy Trust
Category:
Promotion
Hours:
Both/Flexible

About Us
The Rural Youth and Adult Literacy Trust provides free literacy tuition to rural and isolated Kiwi adults and teenagers who missed out on reading and writing skills at school. Our volunteer coaches provide coaching via zoom, Google Meet or phone to students to help them learn to spell, write and read.

About the role
Literacy challenges can affect confidence, employment, and wellbeing. As a volunteer Literacy Ambassador for Morrinsville, you will be a friendly, trusted connection in your town, helping people discover the free one-to-one literacy support available. You will meet people where they are, share information, and build relationships that open doors to new skills, greater confidence, and opportunities they might never have had otherwise. Every conversation, every flyer, every connection you make can help someone take their next step.

What you will do

  • You will be a friendly face for our organisation in Morrinsville, helping people discover the free reading and writing support available in your town.
  • You will connect with local groups, libraries, schools, and businesses, sharing information and resources in places people already visit.
  • By helping people access this support, you will give them the opportunity to build confidence, strengthen their skills, and take positive steps in their everyday lives.

Why volunteer with us

  • You will receive guidance and training, ongoing support from a Community Coordinator, and the chance to connect with a network of Regional Ambassadors across the Waikato, giving you ideas, inspiration, and new friendships.
  • This role is flexible and deeply rewarding, allowing you to see the real impact you make in Morrinsville while developing skills, confidence, and connections that benefit you as much as the people you support.

What we offer you

  • Flexible volunteering that fits around your schedule.
  • Initial training and a personalised local action plan
  • Ongoing support from a dedicated Community Coordinator
  • Connection with a network of Regional Ambassadors to share ideas and experiences
  • The opportunity to see the impact of your efforts as people in Morrinsville gain confidence and skills

We will ask you to check in once a month with a short progress update so we can continue supporting you and celebrating successes together.

If you care about your Morrinsville community, and want to help others gain confidence and new opportunities, this is a role where you can make a real difference right in your own town.

Requirements:
  • You care about your local community and want to play a part in making it stronger.
  • You're friendly, approachable, and enjoy meeting and talking with a wide range of people.
  • You are reliable and take pride in following through on your commitments.
  • You feel comfortable working independently and managing your own time.
  • You have basic computer or smartphone skills to share updates and information.

You don’t need any previous experience. We provide full training, resources, and ongoing support. All you need is enthusiasm, empathy, and a genuine interest in helping people in Morrinsville access the support they need. In return, you will gain confidence, new skills, and the satisfaction of seeing your efforts make a real difference in your own community.

Time commitment:
  • Flexible, depending on your schedule
  • 1-2 hours per week or up to 4 hours per month

Getting started:
The first step is to express your interest by filling out the form below. We will then put you in touch directly with the organisation for more information on the role and how to proceed.

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