This is an exciting opportunity to build on your existing events management and administration experience by supporting the growth and retention of Amnesty International Australia's Membership base. We are accepting volunteers for this position from all around the country and encourage applicants based all around Australia to apply.

Membership with Amnesty International Australia (AIA) is an opportunity for our supporters to be more closely involved in our organisational governance in a way that can profoundly shape how we continue to challenge injustice. For example, Members have put forward and passed resolutions that have focused our organisation more strongly on important issues like Indigenous Rights and Diversity, Inclusion and Wellbeing.

As the Membership Events and Administration Volunteer, you will support the ongoing growth and retention of our Membership base through events planning and through administration and supporter engagement support for our Membership Acquisition and Retention Project.

Some of your main responsibilities will include

• Event Coordination for 3 Online Members only events across 2021
• Supporting with assembling and mailing out of ‘Welcome’ mail collateral to all new members from your nearest Amnesty International Action Centre.
• Supporting growth of Amnesty Membership through ongoing Membership acquisition calls
• Assisting with content moderation on an online community platform exclusively for Amnesty International Members
• Ad-hoc administrative duties as required

We’re looking for a dedicated volunteer with

• Experience in event management and planning or who is currently studying Event Management
• Experience with providing administration and data management support
• And is passionate about human rights, social justice issues and progressing Amnesty International’s vision & presence in Australia

To learn more about this role and apply, please click Apply Now to visit the Amnesty International Australia website. We will be reviewing applications on a rolling basis and encourage you to apply as soon as possible.

Selection Criteria

• Please tell us about your experience (paid or voluntary) in event management and planning and / or your previous or ongoing qualifications in Event Management.
• Please tell us about your experience (paid or voluntary) providing effective administrative and data management support.
• Please tell us about your interest in human rights and social justice and why you are interested in getting involved with Amnesty International Australia.

This opportunity within Amnesty International Australia is on a volunteer and unpaid basis. There is no intention to enter into an employment or legal relationship by either party in fulfilment of the duties as specified in this position description. By applying for this opportunity you agree to the above.

Diversity, Equality and Inclusion at Amnesty

We are committed to equal opportunities in all areas of our work, community and partner relationships. We want people to achieve their full potential, which will positively impact our work and the communities in which we operate. At AI Australia, our values empower people to be themselves within an inclusive and supportive environment. We are a movement of people from all walks of life around the world. We intend to actively contribute to building a more diverse and inclusive team.

A position description is attached.