Join us as a volunteer at the 2024 Australian Transplant Games and become part of the country’s largest celebration for organ and tissue donation. Applications for volunteers will open soon.
The Australian Transplant Games will see athletes from across the country, come together to compete in a variety of sports over 5 days, to celebrate life, through sport.
Major events like this aren’t possible without the support and dedication of hundreds of volunteers who are passionate about making a difference in the world. It’s also an opportunity to make your mark working on a major national multi-sports event.
We’re looking for volunteers with a wide variety of skills and experience to help bring these Games to life for our athletes, their family and friends, and spectators.
For any queries, please email contactus@transplant.org.au
There are some basic eligibility requirements you must meet to be a volunteer. Preference will be given to volunteers who are able to commit to at least three shifts.
Applicants must:
You’ll learn new skills, make connections, and most importantly, help deliver an amazing event for athletes, their families, and supporters, and help create memories that will last a lifetime.
All volunteers will receive training, a uniform kit, and meals during allocated shifts.
And let’s not forget to mention the fun factor! We want to ensure our volunteers have a great and memorable time at the Games.
You’ll work with a team that will inspire you, empower you, and offer you an unforgettable Games experience.
All volunteers will be required to undertake the following training:
If you have any questions, check out our FAQs below. If you can’t find the answers there, don’t hesitate to reach out to our team at contactus@transplant.org.au.
Applications for volunteer positions will open closer to the event! Keep an eye on our social media to find out when.
We will have over 100 volunteers join the team to help deliver the Australian Transplant Games in 2024!
There are various roles on offer, including opportunities to work in the following areas:
Volunteers must be 18 years of age or older at the time of the Games.
Volunteers 14 – 18 years will be accepted with parental supervision. To apply please contact contactus@transplant.org.au
We are looking for people who are friendly and passionate, with a positive attitude, and who are great team players. Most importantly, volunteers must be committed to helping make a difference in the lives of our athletes. Additionally, we require that volunteers are:
No! While past event or Games experience can certainly be valuable, volunteers are not required to have past volunteering experience to work on the Games.
Absolutely! Provisions will be made to ensure people with accessibility needs or other adjustments are given every opportunity to volunteer at the event in the best and safest way. We are committed to providing equal opportunity for everyone.
Volunteers should be available for several shifts across the Games-time period of 1-6 October 2024.
There will also be some volunteer shifts in the lead up to Games-time.
Workplace Health & Safety is a key priority for everyone involved in the Games.
Help protect yourself from COVID-19:
We will provide rosters from approximately one week prior to the Games.
No, volunteers will not be paid. We are extremely grateful for the support provided by all of our volunteers.
Yes, our insurance covers all volunteers who are Australian citizens or permanent residents.
Accommodation or travel won’t be provided for Volunteers.
Shifts will be from 3 – 9 hours with some shifts being slightly shorter, or longer, due to competition schedules.
It is important for us to ensure the health, safety and well-being of our volunteers.
Breaks will be arranged based on the length of your shift, but you should speak to your supervisor if you are fatigued or need a break.
Some roles will be required to stand and/or walk for a large part of their shift. If you have any accessibility or mobility requirements, please select these in the relevant section of the Medical Form.
More information will be provided during training – if you have any questions or concerns, please discuss them with your supervisor or the workforce team.
It is important for us to ensure the health, safety and well-being of our volunteers.
Breaks will be arranged based on the length of your shift, but you should speak to your supervisor if you are fatigued or need a break.
Depending on the length of your shift, a meal and beverages /refreshments may be provided.
We’ll do our best to deliver diverse menu choices that address the standard dietary requirements options such as vegetarian, vegan, gluten and dairy free. If we cannot accommodate a specific dietary requirement due to operational reasons, you may need to provide your own meals.
Being amongst the action is one of the best parts of volunteering at a major event!
Volunteers must be focused on their duties first and foremost, as well as consider the safety of others and themselves. You are welcome to watch the competition when it does not interfere with your tasks.
If you can no longer fulfil your role, please notify the team via email contactus@transplant.org.au as soon as possible.
We acknowledge the Ngunnawal and Ngambri peoples who are the traditional custodians of the land on which we gather for the 2024 Australian Transplant Games. We recognise their connections to land, sea, and community and pay our respect to their elders past and present.