Volunteer Positions Vacant
You may already know the benefits of volunteering, to the community, our wildlife and to you. The rescue and care of wildlife in South Australia is not government funded and we rely on fundraising and the generosity of people like you, willing to share some of their time. We hope you considering volunteering with us!
Learn more about the benefits of volunteering here.
How To Apply:
1. Complete the registration form found on button under the position section
2. Email to membership@save-our-wildlife.org.au with a cover letter and/or CV
The membership team will be in contact. Please be patient. We are 100% volunteer.
Learn more about the benefits of volunteering here.
How To Apply:
1. Complete the registration form found on button under the position section
2. Email to membership@save-our-wildlife.org.au with a cover letter and/or CV
The membership team will be in contact. Please be patient. We are 100% volunteer.
SOWFI Wildlife Rescue Phone Team
Do you love wildlife, would like to help, but cannot care for animals at home?
Are you a good communicator and have good problem solving skills?
Are you available to answer wildlife rescue calls between 9am and 5pm?
This SOWFI Wildlife Rescue phone team takes calls from members of public who are concerned about a native bird or animal and finds the quickest and best solution. A satisfying role for people who love wildlife and love to help, are good at problem solving and available to answer the phone at set times of the week. You need to have a smart phone. Training and support throughout.
Please contact us and tell us why you think you'd make a great Wildlife Rescue phone operator and what hours of the week you are available to answer calls.
Box Installation Team
This is a real outdoors action team that installs the boxes our animals are released in for our wildlife carers. To follow best practice safety guidelines you will use ladders, harnesses and safety gear when climbing trees, while ensuring we place the least stress on the animals in their final stage of rehabilitation - the release! Training and equipment are provided.
Do you love wildlife, would like to help, but cannot care for animals at home?
Are you a good communicator and have good problem solving skills?
Are you available to answer wildlife rescue calls between 9am and 5pm?
This SOWFI Wildlife Rescue phone team takes calls from members of public who are concerned about a native bird or animal and finds the quickest and best solution. A satisfying role for people who love wildlife and love to help, are good at problem solving and available to answer the phone at set times of the week. You need to have a smart phone. Training and support throughout.
Please contact us and tell us why you think you'd make a great Wildlife Rescue phone operator and what hours of the week you are available to answer calls.
Box Installation Team
This is a real outdoors action team that installs the boxes our animals are released in for our wildlife carers. To follow best practice safety guidelines you will use ladders, harnesses and safety gear when climbing trees, while ensuring we place the least stress on the animals in their final stage of rehabilitation - the release! Training and equipment are provided.
Wildlife Rescuer
Many calls that come into our 24/7 Wildlife Rescue line require someone that is confident and trained to contain and transport the bird or animal to a vet or carer. At other times we need people to collect animals from vets and transport to our wildlife carers who are often busy with feeds and cleaning enclosures. This is a great role for someone that likes driving and helping others, and is capable of problem solving when a rescue becomes tricky.
You will be supported by a Team Leader and provided with extensive online and practical training at our Wildlife Rescue 101. This position requires training before you can volunteer and the purchase of some equipment. Please go to our training page to see when the next course is available.
Wildlife Carer
Caring for native wildlife is a privilege and a rewarding experience. It also requires commitment, emotional strength and a support network. SOWFI provides extensive and ongoing training in triage and care and you will have the support of your team and Team Leader. Our mission is to rehabilitate and release when we can, or relieve suffering when it is necessary. This position requires training before you can volunteer and the purchase of some equipment. Please go to our training page to see when the next course is available.
Many calls that come into our 24/7 Wildlife Rescue line require someone that is confident and trained to contain and transport the bird or animal to a vet or carer. At other times we need people to collect animals from vets and transport to our wildlife carers who are often busy with feeds and cleaning enclosures. This is a great role for someone that likes driving and helping others, and is capable of problem solving when a rescue becomes tricky.
You will be supported by a Team Leader and provided with extensive online and practical training at our Wildlife Rescue 101. This position requires training before you can volunteer and the purchase of some equipment. Please go to our training page to see when the next course is available.
Wildlife Carer
Caring for native wildlife is a privilege and a rewarding experience. It also requires commitment, emotional strength and a support network. SOWFI provides extensive and ongoing training in triage and care and you will have the support of your team and Team Leader. Our mission is to rehabilitate and release when we can, or relieve suffering when it is necessary. This position requires training before you can volunteer and the purchase of some equipment. Please go to our training page to see when the next course is available.
Membership Coordinator
The Membership Coordinator’s role is primarily to coordinate SOWFI membership related activities. This is a hands on opportunity to apply HR skills in a meaningful volunteer capacity.
Coaching will be provided by the Membership Officer (Board member). Current Membership Officer is an experienced HR Executive and HR Consultancy owner.
This position suits a values based and committed HR student or a recent HR Graduate.
Policy Officer
The Policy Officer plays a key role in supporting the organisation through the preparation of both internal and public facing documents, including organisational policies, public facing position statements, responses to government inquiries and other documents which advocate for the conservation, rescue and rehabilitation of native wildlife in line with SOWFI’s objectives. The position will also support the monitoring of the latest research related to wildlife rescue and care as well as any changes to public policies or legislation which may impact on the operation of SOWFI. Although not essential, an understanding of the stakeholders involved in wildlife conservation would be beneficial, as would an understanding of relevant political influences.
Risk Management Adviser
The Risk Management Adviser will actively work to identify risks that have the potential to impact on SOWFI, including financial, safety, security, reputational and animal-based risks. This exciting role will work with the Board and other volunteers (with support of the Secretary) to develop treatment plans where required, monitor identified risks and support maintenance of the SOWFI risk register.
The Membership Coordinator’s role is primarily to coordinate SOWFI membership related activities. This is a hands on opportunity to apply HR skills in a meaningful volunteer capacity.
Coaching will be provided by the Membership Officer (Board member). Current Membership Officer is an experienced HR Executive and HR Consultancy owner.
This position suits a values based and committed HR student or a recent HR Graduate.
Policy Officer
The Policy Officer plays a key role in supporting the organisation through the preparation of both internal and public facing documents, including organisational policies, public facing position statements, responses to government inquiries and other documents which advocate for the conservation, rescue and rehabilitation of native wildlife in line with SOWFI’s objectives. The position will also support the monitoring of the latest research related to wildlife rescue and care as well as any changes to public policies or legislation which may impact on the operation of SOWFI. Although not essential, an understanding of the stakeholders involved in wildlife conservation would be beneficial, as would an understanding of relevant political influences.
Risk Management Adviser
The Risk Management Adviser will actively work to identify risks that have the potential to impact on SOWFI, including financial, safety, security, reputational and animal-based risks. This exciting role will work with the Board and other volunteers (with support of the Secretary) to develop treatment plans where required, monitor identified risks and support maintenance of the SOWFI risk register.
