Architecture & urban planning

Share your archetecture and urban planning skills overseas to support locally led development.

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The Australian Volunteers Program is an Australian Government-funded initiative that matches skilled Australians with partner organisations across the Pacific, Asia and Africa, supporting them to achieve locally led development goals.

Australian volunteers work with partner organisations on archetecture and urban planning projects. If you’re interested in cross-cultural exchange, experiencing new opportunities and challenging yourself, learn more about becoming an Australian volunteer. Assignments are suited to skilled volunteers who are willing to share their knowledge, be flexible and adaptable, and contribute to strengthening capacity in the local context.

Whether you're looking to volunteer in-country or remotely, check out current architecture and urban planning assignments and discover the right fit for you.

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Practical support so you can focus on your assignment

  • Volunteers receive an accommodation allowance and a living allowance for daily expenses like food and internet. We also cover flights, insurance and more.
  • We provide extensive support including 24/7 emergency assistance, psycho-social support, comprehensive travel insurance and on the ground support from in-country teams.
  • We support volunteers' professional development, cultural awareness, and international connections with learning opportunities at all stages of the volunteer journey, including a comprehensive pre-departure briefing.

Skills we're looking for 

We’re looking for volunteers to support locally led architecture and urban planning projects in a range of organisations, based on the current priorities of program partner organisations. 

Help build the capacity of professionals working in the public and private sector. In addition to technical expertise, we look for volunteers with skills such as: 

  • Adaptability and resilience
  • Cultural sensitivity
  • Relationship-building

If you think you have the right skills, experience and attitude, check out the latest assignments in architecture and urban planning.

Diversity and Inclusion

The Australian Volunteers Program is committed to ensuring that volunteers and partners can safely and equitably participate in the program, regardless of their identity. Volunteers are supported throughout their volunteer journey, and we actively support and encourage people of all backgrounds and abilities to volunteer.

Learn about our commitment to inclusion
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