Volunteer Coordinator

About the Role

Closing Date: 05/06/2026 

We are seeking an organised, approachable and capable Volunteer Coordinator to lead and support our growing volunteer workforce across AWH. This role is ideal for someone who enjoys working with people and can build strong relationships across a broad and diverse community.

Our volunteers play an important role in the patient, resident and visitor experience across our health service. As Volunteer Coordinator, you will help ensure volunteers are well supported, appropriately trained, connected to meaningful roles, and aligned with AWH values and expectations.

About the Role

The Volunteer Coordinator is responsible for the coordination, recruitment, onboarding and ongoing support of volunteers across multiple programs and sites. The role works closely with operational leaders, staff and community members to maintain a positive and professional volunteer experience.

You will:

• Coordinate volunteer recruitment, onboarding and engagement activities

• Support volunteers from a wide range of backgrounds and life experiences

• Build positive working relationships across the organisation

• Maintain volunteer systems, records, compliance processes and reporting requirements

• Help develop and improve systems and processes that support an effective and sustainable volunteer workforce

• Assist with recognition programs, communication and volunteer events

• Contribute to the future growth and development of volunteering at AWH

About You

We are looking for someone who:

• Is highly organised and able to manage competing priorities

• Is comfortable managing systems, databases and administrative processes

• Communicates confidently and respectfully with all people • Has sound administrative and coordination skills

• Can work independently while building strong collaborative relationships

• Brings a practical, solutions-focused approach to their work • Values inclusion, professionalism and community connection

Experience working with volunteers, community programs, healthcare or people-focused services will be highly regarded.

Why Join AWH?

At AWH, you’ll be part of a health service that values community, connection and the contribution volunteers make every day. This is an opportunity to shape and grow a volunteer program that genuinely makes a difference to patients, residents, visitors and staff.

If you are someone who enjoys bringing people together, creating structure, and supporting a workforce that gives back to the community, we’d love to hear from you.

Employment Type: This is a fulltime opportunity.

For further details, please refer to the Position Description or alternatively contact Paula Sutherland at Paula.sutherland@awh.org.au for a confidential discussion.

About Albury Wodonga Health (AWH)

AWH serves as the largest regional healthcare provider between Sydney and Melbourne, situated in the border cities of Albury and Wodonga. With a dedicated team of over 3,000 professionals, we proudly service a population of up to 300,000 across North-East Victoria and Southern NSW. Our extensive network encompasses two primary hospital campuses and an additional 22 sites, delivering a diverse range of emergency, surgical, women’s and children’s, community, mental health, allied health, and sub-acute services. Our growth continues with the opening of a state-of-the-art Emergency Department in 2024, and excitingly, the construction of a new hospital at our Albury site by 2028.  This expansion will greatly elevate our ability to service the needs of our community, and we need a great team of people like you to accomplish this.

What awaits you at AWH?

We are committed to our Employee Value Proposition and will deliver on our key pillars of Growth, Balance, Contribution and Lifestyle. We provide comprehensive induction and training to set you up for success, offer exceptional Rewards and Benefits and continuously nurture your professional growth by providing opportunities for development. 

Thinking about a tree-change?

AWH has partnered with The Welcome Experience to support your move. This free service is designed to help essential workers and their families who are considering a move to Albury / Wodonga.

We know how rewarding life and work in regional Australia can be, and we want to make the transition as smooth as possible. The Welcome Experience team can guide you through the process and connect you with the information and support you need. This program is only available to employees relocating to the cities of Albury and Wodonga.

To learn more or register, visit The Welcome Experience | NSW Government

Are you ready to become part of our team?

To uncover compelling reasons to embark on this career journey with us and become part of our fantastic team, please refer to our Candidate Information Pack.

Salary and terms will be in accordance with the relevant state EBA or Award.

AWH prioritises Equal Employment Opportunity, Ethical Practice, and embraces Cultural Diversity and Social Inclusion. We welcome applications from Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islanders. Please note that appointments are contingent on satisfactory pre-employment checks including Criminal Record check and working with Children checks.

Important Notice: All healthcare workers must maintain all vaccinations required by relevant healthcare regulations, guidelines, or their specific role within the organisation. In addition to mandatory vaccinations, AWH strongly encourage all employees to receive the COVID-19 vaccination and the seasonal influenza (flu) vaccination, as recommended by public health authorities and as a preventative measure to help ensure the safety and well-being of patients, colleagues, and the broader community.

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