What kind of volunteer assignments are there?

Australian Volunteers for International Development is aligned with the broader aid program delivered by AusAID, the Australian Government’s international Development agency. 

Volunteer assignments are divided into sectors, with some of the most commonly requested by overseas partners including Education, Health, Water and Sanitation, and Governance.  Other assignments are sourced depending on the priorities and needs of the host country.

Below are some examples of the kinds of assignments available in different sectors. This list is only intended to be a guide, and not all sectors are featured. To view the full list of current available assignments, click here.

Agriculture: Agribusiness Advisor, Cattle Industry Advisor, Biogas Program Officer

Communications and media: Communications and Resource Mobilisation Advisor, Television Camera Operator and Trainer

Education: Education Program Support Officer

Environment: Environmental Research and Education Advisor, World Heritage Officer

Governance: Business Development Officer

Health: Ear Care Nurse, Health Information Manager (HIM), Mobile Health Program Officer, Advisor in Audiological Services

IT and Knowledge management: Information Technology Support Advisor, IT Advisor

Sport: Rugby Community Education Support Officer

Skilled trades: Kitchen trainer, Technical Teacher Training and Development