Community and Volunteer Coordinator

Mō mātou | About Us

Blind Low Vision NZ is the leading national provider of vision rehabilitation services for people who are blind, deafblind or have low vision. Now more than ever, the opportunities are here to make a real difference for people with sight loss, and you’ll help us achieve our vision of empowering New Zealanders who are blind, deafblind or have low vision, to live the life they choose.

As well as supporting individuals, we seek to make big-picture change by advocating for inclusive communities and for optimal eye care services for all New Zealanders. We have a rich history stretching back to 1890 and as we continue to connect people with sight loss to expert staff and their peers, we also continue to be one of New Zealand's most trusted and iconic not for profit organisations.

Mō tēnei tūranga mahi | About this role

We are looking for a Community and Volunteer Coordinator to help build strong volunteer networks and support inclusive community and sport and leisure opportunities for blind, deafblind and low vision people.

In this part time role (22.5hrs per week), you will coordinate the recruitment, selection, training and ongoing support of volunteers, ensuring they are well connected, appropriately prepared and supported to have a positive volunteer experience. You will also work alongside local support groups, activity groups, community committees and internal teams to ensure clients have access to timely information, practical support and meaningful opportunities to participate in their communities.

Ko wai koe | About you

You are confident building relationships with volunteers, clients, community groups and service providers. You can:

Coordinate people, information and activities in a clear, organised, accurate and practical way

Lead activities with a person-centred focus, supporting inclusive communities and social groups

Communicate well and follow through on commitments

Work collaboratively while using initiative and tenacity to get things done

This is an opportunity to make a meaningful difference by connecting people, strengthening volunteer support and helping clients participate in sport, leisure and community life in ways that are important to them. You will have:

Well-developed interpersonal and communication skills

Practical experience in managing and coordinating groups of people

Experience in recruiting and training volunteers

Ability to build and maintain key stakeholder relationships

Excellent planning and organising skills, including time-management skills

Ngā painga | What we offer\

5 weeks of Annual Leave

1 Day of Birthday Leave and 1 Wellbeing Day

Health and Wellbeing Allowance

Eye Test and Prescription Lens Reimbursement

Access to 70+ discounts with businesses across the country

And many more!

\*conditions apply

Applications close: 9 October 2026