Open Assignments


If you are currently registered with us and are interested in any of these roles, please click the "Learn more and apply" button on the role that interests you.

If you are not a registered volunteer with ABV and have the relevant skills and experience for our open assignments below, please feel free to apply.  At present we are only registering volunteers with skills for open roles as our broader intake is on hold. 

New assignments are added regularly.  If you have any queries regarding volunteering with ABV please contact us at volunteers@abv.org.au

Grant Researcher and Writer

Identify, secure and support funding opportunities that enable East Gippsland Neighbourhood House leaders to attend the 2027 NHVic Community Development Conference.

Resilient Regions, VIC
Assignment Code:
PAU011376
Location:
Online
Duration:
3 months approx. 8 hours per week. Flexible.
Assignment Start Date:
September 2026
Application Deadline:
14 August 2026
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Community Business Case & Market Analyst

Use your market research and business analysis expertise to help Lake Tyers Aboriginal Trust develop a culturally appropriate, community-led enterprise that improves essential services and creates local jobs.

Resilient Regions, VIC
Assignment Code:
PAU011349
Location:
Hybrid: Initial visit to Lake Tyers Aboriginal Trust will be required for scoping and introductions and then remainder of assignment to be undertaken online (Travel costs covered by ABV).
Duration:
3 months, approx. 8 hours per week
Assignment Start Date:
August 2026
Application Deadline:
14 August 2026
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Community Emergency Planning Facilitators (seeking multiple)

As part of a team of Facilitators, you will support East Gippsland communities to strengthen disaster preparedness by helping facilitate workshops and develop practical, community-owned emergency management plans.

Resilient Regions, VIC
Assignment Code:
PAU011354
Location:
Online with some travel (covered by ABV).
Duration:
Approx. 8 hours per week based on your availability.
Assignment Start Date:
Multiple workshops to be held in November 2026 (EOI's welcome if you are available at any time during this time)
Application Deadline:
14 August 2026
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Business Prospectus Advisor

Lead the development of a compelling investor-focused prospectus that showcases Heyfield’s business opportunities, attracts new investment and enterprise, and supports the town’s economic transition and long-term resilience.

Resilient Regions, VIC
Assignment Code:
PAU011371
Location:
Hybrid: Primarily online, with an in-person visit to Heyfield for final Prospectus presentation. Travel will be fully funded by ABV.
Duration:
Approximately 4 months. 6-8 hours per week during the drafting phase. 4-6 hours per week during review phase.
Assignment Start Date:
November 2026
Application Deadline:
14 August 2026
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Mental Health Alliance Strategy & Governance Facilitator

Facilitate a united approach to mental health and community wellbeing by helping the Fraser Coast Mental Health Alliance define its purpose, direction and future sustainability.

Resilient Care, QLD
Assignment Code:
PAU011360
Location:
HYBRID: Initial site visit and then working remotely. Travel fully funded.
Duration:
8–12 weeks, Approx 5 hours per week.
Assignment Start Date:
August 2026
Application Deadline:
14 August 2026
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Tourism Feasibility & Business Development Advisor

Support Lake Tyers Aboriginal Trust to assess and plan culturally appropriate, community-led tourism opportunities that strengthen connection to Country while creating sustainable economic pathways.

Resilient Regions, VIC
Assignment Code:
PAU011367
Location:
Hybrid: Most assignment work to be conducted online with a site visit to be arranged and funded by ABV as required.
Duration:
10-14 weeks from start date. Flexible part-time arrangement.
Assignment Start Date:
August 2026
Application Deadline:
14 August 2026
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Business Strategy & Governance Mentor  – Youth-Led Disaster Resilience Initiative

Help young leaders in Agnes Water turn a grassroots emergency preparedness idea into a sustainable, community-led resilience model.

Resilient Care, QLD
Assignment Code:
PAU011364
Location:
HYBRID: In-Person workshop + Remote work
Duration:
Approx. 5 months, 1-2 days per week (flexible)
Assignment Start Date:
August 2026
Application Deadline:
07 August 2026
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Business Research & Gap Analysis Advisor

Conduct research and analysis to identify business, service and capability gaps, providing evidence-based recommendations to support Heyfield's economic transition and future business attraction efforts.

Resilient Regions, VIC
Assignment Code:
PAU011372
Location:
Hybrid: Primarily online, with an in-person visit to Heyfield to meet the CRC team and a sample of local business operators. Travel and accommodation fully funded by ABV.
Duration:
3 months. 6-8 hours per week during the research and analysis phase. 4-6 hours per week during drafting and review.
Assignment Start Date:
September 2026
Application Deadline:
07 August 2026
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Grant Writing Mentor (online mentoring)

Build an organisation’s capacity to secure funding by mentoring staff in grant research, proposal development, and sustainable grant-writing practices that support long-term community impact.

Resilient Care, QLD
Assignment Code:
PAU011373
Location:
Online
Duration:
Approx. 1 hour per week over 3 months. Mentoring sessions would be between 45-60 minutes per week.
Assignment Start Date:
August 2026
Application Deadline:
07 August 2026
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Business Feasibility Study – Native Plant Nursery and Bush Foods Enterprise

Develop a feasibility study and business case evaluating market opportunities, financial viability, and implementation pathways for a First Nations-led Native Plant Nursery and Bush Foods Enterprise.

Resilient Care, QLD
Assignment Code:
PAU011369
Location:
Hybrid: Most assignment work to be conducted online with a site visit to be arranged and funded by ABV as required.
Duration:
Approx. 8 hours per week over 3 months. Time-frame flexible.
Assignment Start Date:
August 2026
Application Deadline:
07 August 2026
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Governance and NFP Structure Advisor

Lead the review and design of a culturally appropriate NFP governance model that expands funding opportunities and supports the long-term sustainability of the Lake Tyers Aboriginal Trust.

Resilient Regions, VIC
Assignment Code:
PAU011368
Location:
Hybrid: Most assignment work to be conducted online with a site visit to be arranged and funded by ABV as required.
Duration:
Approx. 8 hours per week over 3 months.
Assignment Start Date:
August 2026
Application Deadline:
07 August 2026
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Marketing, Communications & Brand Lead

Help young people in Agnes Water build a bold brand and communications campaign for a community-led emergency preparedness initiative.

Resilient Care, QLD
Assignment Code:
PAU011365
Location:
Hybrid: Remote support combined with some in-person engagement. Travel to Agnes Water to be discussed with the selected volunteer and funded by ABV.
Duration:
August – November 2026 Flexible based on volunteer’s availability. Estimated 1–2 days per week.
Assignment Start Date:
August 2026
Application Deadline:
07 August 2026
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Community Care Sole Trader - Onboarding Advisor

Support a Fraser Coast (QLD) community aged care provider by designing a practical onboarding process and sole‑trader guide for new independent carers.

Resilient Care, QLD
Assignment Code:
PAU011341
Location:
Online
Duration:
4-5 Hours per week for up to 12 weeks based on discussion with Volunteer
Assignment Start Date:
August 2026 - based on Volunteer availability
Application Deadline:
07 August 2026
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Primary Industry Commercialisation and Market Development Lead

Support the growth of East Gippsland’s sea urchin industry by developing commercialisation, market development, investment, and value-adding strategies that drive long-term sustainability and scale.

Resilient Regions, VIC
Assignment Code:
PAU011356
Location:
HYBRID: Initial site visit and then working remotely. Travel fully funded.
Duration:
July – December 2026 – Approx. 8 hours per week, flexible based on volunteer availability.
Assignment Start Date:
August 2026
Application Deadline:
07 August 2026
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Business Feasibility Advisor - Hemp Processing Hub

Help Orbost explore the potential of industrial hemp by assessing the feasibility of a new processing hub that could support local jobs, manufacturing and regional renewal.

Resilient Regions, VIC
Assignment Code:
PAU011357
Location:
HYBRID: Initial site visit and then working remotely. Travel fully funded.
Duration:
July – September 2026 – Approx. 8 hours per week, flexible based on volunteer availability.
Assignment Start Date:
August 2026
Application Deadline:
07 August 2026
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Grant Writer – Philanthropic Funding

Help Orbost Arts Centre secure philanthropic funding and grants to strengthen its long-term sustainability, staffing capacity, and community impac

Resilient Regions, VIC
Assignment Code:
PAU011350
Location:
Hybrid: Initial visit then remainder of assignment to be undertaken online (Travel costs covered by ABV).
Duration:
3 months, approx. 8 hours per week
Assignment Start Date:
August 2026
Application Deadline:
07 August 2026
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Community Investment + Partnerships Advisor

Support the Nowa Nowa community to refine a community-owned investment prospectus into a clear, partnership-ready platform that attracts aligned funders, investors and collaborators.

Resilient Regions, VIC
Assignment Code:
PAU011348
Location:
Hybrid: Primarily Online with optional onsite visit (travel covered by ABV)
Duration:
3 months, approx. 6 hours per week
Assignment Start Date:
August 2026
Application Deadline:
07 August 2026
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