Volunteering at Fitted for Work

Our Volunteer Roles
Our Fitted for Work volunteers support women and gender diverse jobseekers to build confidence and job-readiness skills; respectfully provide feedback on job-related documents and thoughtfully manage our clothing donations.
Our volunteer recruitment is currently paused and will recommence in 2023 to support our national operations. Unless specified, these activities will be based onsite at our Richmond office in Victoria, with opportunities to be part of our behind-the-scenes activity and contribute to our daily operations.
Please note our volunteer roles require:

Volunteers are needed to accept donations, sort through clothing and personal care products, as well as assisting with stock management.
Days: Tuesdays or Wednesdays onsite
Time: 10:00am – 3:00pm

Volunteers are needed to support face-to-face client care. You will be working with the client assisting with styling and accessorising for their individual needs. You will also be assisting with stock management in the outfitting area.
Days: Tuesdays or Wednesdays onsite
Time: 9:30am – 3:30pm

Volunteers are needed onsite to provide retail support at The Conscious Closet. You will be required to take part in the sorting and pricing of clothing, assisting customers and using the cash register.
Days: Thursdays, Fridays or Saturdays onsite
Time: 10:00am – 3:00pm

Volunteers are needed to support clients with job preparation techniques. This includes resume writing, cover letter writing and more.
Days: Mondays to Thursdays onsite
Time: 9:30am – 3:30pm

Volunteer Mentors connect online or in person in their own time, with mentees for job readiness and work-related support, helping them in their job search journey or progress in a current role.
Time: Hours are flexible and vary, this role typically involves 1-2 hours per week of support. Training of 10 -12 hours is required.

Support the facilitation of online workshops with clients in job readiness and confidence building.
Time: Times vary, typically 60-90 minutes once or twice a week, some business hours, some after hours. Can be done offsite.
