GirlGuiding NZ is a non-profit organisation where girls can be girls. This is where they will discover their passions, contribute to their communities, and form friendships in a safe and positive environment. GirlGuiding NZ offers a non-competitive learning environment that is open-minded and values-based. It’s also a supportive place to grow confident, adventurous girls who are ready to be tomorrow’s leaders.
Currently, they are looking for Leaders for their Pippins, Brownies, Guides, and Ranger Units (aged 5-17 years) across Dunedin:
- Helping to fulfil GGNZ's mission to empower girls to take action and change their world
- Using fun, adventure, and friendship to build girls' confidence and life skills
- GirlGuiding NZ's health and safety policy also has requirements around adult-to-child ratios
As a Volunteer Leader, your responsibilities will include:
- Inspiring and encouraging tamariki to reach their potential and try new things.
- Being hands-on, enthusiastic, and patient.
- Joining a supportive team and be part of a worldwide movement.
- Committing to weekly unit meetings during school terms, plus planning and occasional weekend events.
What's involved?
- Attend a weekly unit meeting (up to two hours) during the school term.
- Help plan and deliver engaging activities for girls.
- Participate in occasional training sessions (evenings or weekends).
- Attend occasional planning meetings, camps, trips, and special events.
What GirlGuiding NZ offer:
- Free training and mentoring, including First Aid and outdoor skills.
- Access to exclusive partner discounts.
- Leadership experience and upskilling opportunities in a variety of areas.
- A chance to make lifelong friendships and a lasting impact.
- The opportunity to meet new people and become part of a worldwide network.
- Opportunities to play to your strengths and support you to make a real difference in your local community.
When you apply, they will find your preferred location, age group, and section that best match your skills, interests, availability, and their local units' needs.
Join them today!
Requirements
- Must be aged 18 years or older
- Able to commit to regular attendance during school terms
- A driver's licence is helpful but not essential.
- Reliable, positive and keen to make a difference.
- You don't need previous Guiding experience — they provide training and support.
Volunteering with GirlGuiding New Zealand comes at no cost, allowing you to make a meaningful impact without any financial barriers.
A Police background check is required for this role.
Time commitment
- This volunteer leadership role requires approximately 2–4 hours per week to plan and deliver activities.
- If this level of commitment doesn't suit your current circumstances, they'd be happy to discuss other volunteer opportunities that offer greater flexibility and may be a better fit for your availability.
- There is a minimum six-month commitment requirement for all roles, so please consider this when applying.
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.
Ref: 1311
Youth & Children
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