Volunteer Opportunities

Environmental Science/Management Volunteer

Our work relies on the commitment of individuals passionate about our coastal and estuarine environment who volunteer their time and skills.

Current students and graduates who have studied a degree related to  environmental or marine science, environmental management, environmental law or sustainability are encouraged to apply for our volunteer program. Student graduate volunteers:

• need to have, or be in the process of completing, a relevant degree; and
• must be able to provide a CV and academic transcript

If you fulfil the above criteria and are interested in being a volunteer with the SCCG, please fill out this form.  You will then be placed into our register of potential volunteers.  We will contact you if you are successful in progressing to an interview.  A conflict check may be required if you have worked in another relevant organisation.

Media Volunteer

The SCCG are seeking media and communications volunteers to create engaging content for SCCG’s social media presence, including keeping social media channels updated and brand-focused, developing and promoting the Coastal Currents newsletter.

Responsibilities:

• Help create and maintain a social media plan
• Use social media to promote the activities and achievements of the SCCG
• Keeping our social media channels updated on a frequent basis
• Develop and manage content for our website and social media, such as Instagram, Facebook & Linkedin
• Develop and disseminate information via the Coastal Currents newsletter on a quarterly basis
• Take part in monthly teleconference meetings with committee members
• Track the effectiveness of our social media work and recommend ways forward

Volunteers must be in the process, or have completed a degree related to media and communications.

If you fulfil the above criteria and are interested in being a volunteer with the SCCG, please fill out this form.  You will then be placed into our register of potential volunteers.  We will contact you if you are successful in progressing to an interview.  A conflict check may be required if you have worked in another relevant organisation