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Volunteer Opportunity - No Interest Loans Officer
Northern Rivers Community Gateway Lismore NSW
Are you passionate about helping your community Northern Rivers Community Gateway (NRCG) is seeking a Volunteer NILs Officer to support our Financial Inclusion programs.
About UsCommunity Gateway strongly values our employees and the important work they do for the community in delivering emergency relief and welfare services community connections health inclusion and community capacity building.
Established in Lismore nearly 50 years ago we are firmly embedded in the communities we support. Today we are a QIP accredited organisation with over 20 programs and services in Lismore Grafton and across the Far North Coast.
We exist to reduce socioeconomic disadvantage by delivering practical help advocacy and opportunities for people to have a voice in decisions that affect their lives. Our work is shaped by our values of integrity respect inclusion and compassion.
We provide a range of initiatives to develop and recognise our staff and provide opportunities for regular team building events and collaborative projects.
About the NILs Program
The NILs (No Interest Loans Scheme) offers people on low incomes safe and affordable access to credit over a range of periods. As a volunteer you will work as part of a team within our Financial Inclusion programs supporting the NILs Team in day-to-day operations while reporting to the Manager Wellbeing & Inclusion.
The RoleAs a Volunteer NILs Officer you will:
Assist clients with loan applications and follow-ups
Maintain client records and program databases
Ensure compliance with operational and funding guidelines
Promote the NILs program and other NRCG services
You will work primarily from Lismore
What Were Looking ForEssential:
Understanding of people on low incomes
Relevant experience or qualifications for administrative and client support
Ability to meet targets and work flexibly
Computer literacy (Microsoft Office databases)
Desirable:
Experience in microfinance or loan programs
NSW Drivers Licence
Make a real impact on your community
Be part of a collaborative values-driven team
Gain experience in financial inclusion and social impact work
Key Skills
- Fundraising
- Communication skills
- Physical Examinations
- Hospice Care
- Workers' Compensation Law
- Computer Literacy
- Grant Writing
- Music Therapy
- Memory Care
- Public Speaking
- Volunteer Management
- Writing Skills
