Support Volunteer - Migrants
A Support Volunteer for Migrants supports a new migrant volunteer to settle into a role, feel included, and understand how things work in a typical Kiwi volunteer setting. Support is often short-term while someone gains confidence, but can be longer if needed.
As a Support Volunteer for Migrants, you may:
- Meet the volunteer and accompany them to their first few sessions
- Help them understand the role expectations, routines, and 'unwritten rules' (e.g. who to ask, how breaks work, what to wear)
- Support simple communication with the organisation (without speaking FOR the person)
- Help build confidence using encouragement and friendly check-ins
- Help the volunteer practice everyday volunteering language (where appropriate)
- Let Volunteer Marlborough know if additional support or adjustments could help
What you won't be expected to do:
- Provide immigration advice, legal advice, or social work support
- Interpret complex conversations or documents (unless you're specifically matched as a language support person and are comfortable doing so)
- Take responsibility for transport, money, or personal matters
Volunteer Marlborough will provide:
- Matching and a clear role briefing
- Tips on communicating across language / culture differences
- Regular check-ins and support if challenges arise
Reference checks will be done
Requirements:
You might be a great fit if you:
- Are friendly, welcoming, and culturally respectful
- Communicate clearly and patiently (especially when English is developing)
- Enjoy helping people feel included and confident
- Can follow boundaries and keep things professional
- Have an interest in multicultural community connection
If you speak another language, awesome! But it's not a requirement.
A Ministry of Justice background check is required for this role.
Time commitment:
Flexible.
Often short-term (2 to 6 weeks) to support the first steps OR ongoing as agreed on a case-by-case basis
Typical time is 1 to 3 hours per week, depending on the role
Getting started:
The first step is to express your interest by filling out the form below.
We will then put you in touch directly with the organisation for more information on the role and how to proceed.
Apply for this role:
