Now Recruiting!
The Shrine of Remembrance is now recruiting volunteers for the March 2012 intake of our Volunteer Guide Program.
The first step to joining the Shrine Family as a volunteer is to attend an information session at the Shrine, click here for information on getting to the Shrine. You can book in for a session online through the links below, in person at the Shrine or over the phone on 9661 8126.
OPTION 1: FRIDAY 24TH FEBRUARY 10.30AM-12NOON - Make a Booking
OPTION 2: SATURDAY 25TH FEBRUARY 2.30PM-4.00PM - Make a Booking
OPTION 3: MONDAY 27TH FEBRUARY 2.30PM-4.00PM - Make a Booking
OPTION 4: FRIDAY 9TH MARCH 10.00AM-11.30AM - Make a Booking
Anyone aged 18 years or over who has an interest in and wants to learn more about the Shrine and/or Australia's involvement in conflicts and peacekeeping missions can apply to be a Volunteer.
Please remember to return to this page to complete your application after booking into an information session if you haven't already done so.
What do Shrine Volunteers do?
The majority of our Volunteers join our Volunteer Guide program where they become part of the Shrine Family in providing information, insight and help to more than 500,000 visitors each year. Volunteer Guides interact with visitors of all ages and backgrounds including international and interstate travellers as well as Victorians in order to enhance their experience and understanding of the Shrine and its place in Victoria.
Volunteer Guides also play a vital role in the delivery of the Shrine’s education services through the presentation of education tours for schools. A guided tour for students is an absorbing exploration of the Shrine and the ANZAC experience. On tour students and teachers are led by a volunteer guide and explore the interior of the Shrine and the Shrine reserve. All education tours include a short service of remembrance.
Other Volunteers:
With the advent of new exhibitions, rostering of volunteers, research etc, there is ample opportunity for people with varying skills to become involved at the Shrine. Time requirements for this aspect of volunteering are flexible and can usually be arranged to suit.
Training
Shrine of Remembrance guides receive a comprehensive training package including skills training with our education staff and mentoring from experienced volunteers. The Shrine also provides on-going training throughout the year to ensure our Guides are well equipped to help our many visitors.
If selected as a trainee guide for our March intake you will be required to available to attend one of the following training options:
- Option 1: Tuesday 13 March 9.00am -11.30am and Tuesday 20 March 9.00am -11.30am (must attend both sessions)
- Option 2: Friday 16 March 9.00am -11.30am and Friday 23 March 9.00am -11.30am (must attend both sessions)