Volunteer with us

Transition Australia is run entirely by volunteers who share a passion for making change in the world creatively and collaboratively. Our goal is to connect individuals and groups through shared stories and resources via our website, newsletter, social media and online events.

Would you like to volunteer a couple of hours a week for us?

  • Online work, anywhere in Australia.
  • Join a congenial team of good-hearted people.
  • Can you see yourself in one of these roles: Writer, Social Media Assistant or Assistant Website Administrator?

If none of these 3 positions are for you and you’d still like to volunteer with us we can find various one-off admin tasks from very basic (but needed) to seriously challenging; or you can help with video editing, organising an online event, and lots more.

So we invite you to fill in the form below and we will get in touch.

Scroll further down for job descriptions.

Current volunteer positions

Writer

Position Overview:

If you’re passionate about community and the planet, and enjoy writing – then we would love to hear from you!

Transition Australia is all about bringing communities together to address the big challenges we face. We exist to motivate and support groups across Australia who are taking action to build resilience and create positive change at the local scale.

We’re looking for volunteer writers to help us on our mission. As a writer, you will be part of a small team responsible for creating engaging articles and stories about local communities doing wonderful things in the  sustainability space. Each writer will create one new article per month and enhance it with appropriate images for publication on Transition Australia’s website.

The time commitment for this role is typically around 2 hours a week and the position can be undertaken for 3, 6 or 12 months – or a timeframe that best suits your lifestyle. All work is online, and you can be located anywhere in Australia.

Key Responsibilities:

  • Research and write 1 article per month, focused on stories of community connection and local solutions to global problems.
  • Collaborate via Zoom with other writers on the team.
  • Source or create suitable legally available images to accompany each article.
  • Upload and format articles using WordPress.
  • Collaborate with the communications team to align articles with agreed themes.
  • Stay updated on trends in community engagement and sustainability to inform content.

Qualifications:

  • Excellent writing and editing skills.
  • Familiarity with WordPress (preferred)
  • Experience in content creation, journalism, or a related field (preferred)
  • Interest in community issues and sustainability.
Apply

Assistant Website Administrator

Position Overview:
The Assistant Website Administrator supports the management and maintenance of the Transition Australia website. This role ensures the website remains up-to-date, functional, and reflective of Transition Australia’s activities and goals.

Key Responsibilities:

  • Assist the Website Administrator in managing website content, structure, and functionality.
  • Perform regular updates and checks to identify any required changes or improvements.
  • Help troubleshoot website issues and ensure consistent performance.
  • Collaborate with the content team to upload new materials promptly.
  • Liaise with service provider for more technical issues.

Qualifications:

  • Basic knowledge of website management.
  • Strong attention to detail and problem-solving skills.
  • Ability to work collaboratively with technical and non-technical teams.
  • Experience with web technologies is an advantage.
Apply

Social Media Assistant

Position Overview:
We are looking for a Social Media Assistant to help Transition Australia’s social media presence. The focus will be on creating engaging content to raise awareness about localisation and community initiatives on Instagram, Facebook, and LinkedIn with the intent to drive traffic to the website.

Key Responsibilities:

  • Manage and grow Transition Australia’s social media accounts on Instagram, Facebook, and LinkedIn.
  • Develop and implement social media strategies to enhance visibility and engagement.
  • Create and schedule regular posts that highlight website articles, events, and community stories.
  • Monitor and respond to social media interactions in a timely and professional manner.
  • Analyze social media metrics to assess performance and adjust strategies as needed.

Qualifications:

  • Proven experience managing social media accounts for organizations or brands.
  • Strong understanding of social media platforms and analytics.
  • Excellent content creation and communication skills.
  • Creative thinker with the ability to generate engaging posts and campaigns.
  • Interest in community connection and sustainability.
Apply