Volunteer overseas in architecture and urban planning
Contribute your skills to support locally led sustainable development.
The Australian Volunteers Program is an Australian Government-funded initiative that matches skilled Australians with partner organisations across the Pacific, Asia, and Africa to support them to achieve their own development goals.
Australian volunteers support hundreds of organisations through in-country, remote and hybrid assignments, assisting with architecture and urban planning projects to advance locally led goals.
If you’re interested in sharing your skills overseas and experiencing new opportunities and cultures, we encourage you to learn more about what support is available through the program and how you can apply today.
Whether you're looking to volunteer in-country or remotely, check out our architecture and urban planning assignments and discover the right fit for you.
Skills we're looking for
We’re looking for volunteers to support locally led architecture and urban planning projects in a range of organisations. A range of architecture and urban planning assignments are available based on the current priorities of our overseas partner organisations. Current assignments are updated regularly here.
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
Contact us if you have questions about current volunteer opportunities in architecture and urban planning.
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 our 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.
How we support architecture and urban planning volunteers
Financial support
Find out about the allowances and reimbursements provided to volunteers.
Learn moreSafety & security
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Learn moreLearning & development
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Learn moreDiversity 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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