Below are all vacant Volunteer positions at Taronga Zoo, Sydney and Taronga Western Plains Zoo, Dubbo
Administrative Assistant (Volunteer)
Research Department
Short Term
Taronga Zoo
Taronga currently has a vacancy for an administrative assistant (volunteer) in our Scientific Research and Wildlife Conservation area.
This IT focused administrative position will support the department across a number of different projects and provide IT assistance such as updating a Wildlife Health website, posting events, activities, files, and providing video production assistance such as; editing & compressing video files. Some experience preferred, however training is available.
Volunteer days are available Monday to Friday, 9am – 5pm. Working hours between ½ to a full day per week (negotiable).
This position is a short term role, available for a minimum 3 months and is expected to run through to July 2012.
To be successful in this role you will:
- Have an understanding of website administration
- Video editing experience preferred
- Have excellent communication skills
- Have an excellent ability to work on a PC platform
Applications, including resume, application form and completed selection criteria should be sent to Volunteers Officer, Taronga Zoo, PO Box 20, Mosman 2088 or email volunteertz@zoo.nsw.gov.au by Monday 21st May 2012
For further details on the role please contact Rebecca Spindler on (02) 9978 4608, or email rspindler@zoo.nsw.gov.au.
Please note: an administrative fee of $25.00 will be charged to the successful applicant.
The successful applicant will also be able to purchase Taronga Volunteer uniform items.
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