Historical Archives Volunteer

Guide Dogs Victoria

  • Location Kew, VIC
  • Category Museums & Heritage

Type of work

  • Tour Guides, Information & Heritage
  • Library Services
  • Writing & Editing

Type of work

  • Skilled Volunteers

Commitment

Regular - more than 6 months

Time required

Volunteers are asked to commit to a regular weekly or fortnightly schedule to support the ongoing management and preservation of the archive collection. This typically involves approximately 3 hours per week or 6 hours per fortnight, with some flexibility to accommodate individual availability. Article-writing components of the role may be completed either on site or remotely.

Training

Guide Dogs Victoria will provide orientation, training, and ongoing support to help volunteers succeed in the role.While prior archive experience is not essential, volunteers should have strong written communication skills and be comfortable researching and writing stories based on historical records. An understanding of archival, museum, library, records management, or heritage environments would be highly regarded.

Requirements

  • National Police Certificate *
  • Working with Children Check *

* May be arranged via the Organisation. Details to be provided on expression of interest.

Insurance Age Requirement

Between 18 and 70

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