From personal experience, it has been one of the most amazing volunteering opportunities for me over the past few years. I have really enjoyed coordinating events, I have learned lots of new things and met really lovely people.

— Julie Wren, former Western Australia RAVN Representative

Join our RAVN rep team and connect with other alumni across Australia!

Calling all alumni in South Australia, ACT, NT, Victoria, Western Australia, Queensland, Tasmania and New South Wales! Have you completed an international volunteer assignment (including remote volunteer assignment)? Are you keen to voluntarily lead RAVN online and in-person networking events and activities, manage and create interesting Facebook content and participate in high-level Australian Volunteers Program advocacy? If yes, then please get in touch with us today! We're looking for new members to join our team.

Support:

There are two-to-three RAVN Representatives in each state and territory so you will be working in a small team with like-minded alumni.

This volunteer role is supported by the RAVN Manager and RAVN Coordinator. The role will commence in July 2022 with a 1-2 year commitment.

About the RAVN Representative role:

Our RAVN Representatives are highly organised and social people with great event management and communications skills who enjoy working in small teams. They are confident public speakers, are engaged RAVN members and have positive volunteer conduct records.

Meet the current RAVN Representatives.
For early career professionals, this is a great opportunity to expand your CV and continue to develop your event management, digital communications and leadership skills.
For seasoned professionals and retirees, this is the perfect opportunity to flex your social skills, connect with the diverse RAVN alumni community and engage with DFAT and Australian aid - all while supporting the Australian Volunteers Program!
For a full outline of the position and applicant requirements please download the Position Description and Code of Conduct.

Please note this is a voluntary position without remuneration or an employment contract. 

About the National Indigenous RAVN Representative role:

We’re seeking a new National Indigenous RAVN Representative to help amplify the voices of Indigenous returned volunteers and advise the Australian Volunteers Program on culturally-safe and engaging alumni activities. This role involves some high-level program advocacy and support to the Indigenous Pathways Program. You can be located anywhere in the country and must be an Indigenous returned volunteer.