Human Resources

We’re not currently recruiting, but we’re always growing and we encourage you to stay on the lookout for future opportunities.

The Opportune Foundation is a youth-led, not-for-profit platform making opportunities in the impact sector visible, accessible and achievable for young people across Australia.

We connect emerging talent with curated programs, grants, internships, volunteering, jobs and leadership pathways from purpose-driven organisations, all in one central, youth-tailored platform.

Our focus is on closing the visibility gap between capable young people and the opportunities that can shape their futures. Every listing is selected with early-career growth in mind, cutting through the noise of generic job boards to make it easy to find pathways that match your skills, ambitions and values.

Opportune is entirely volunteer-powered, from our leadership team to our content creators. We’re here to ensure that every young person has the tools, networks and opportunities they need to thrive.

If you share our vision, keep an eye out for upcoming opportunities or submit an expression of interest below. We’d love to connect when the right opportunity arises.

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  • Opportune Foundation is a youth-led, volunteer-powered not-for-profit platform making impact-sector opportunities visible, accessible, and achievable for young people across Australia.

    We connect emerging talent with curated programs, grants, internships, volunteering, jobs, and leadership pathways from purpose-driven organisations, all in one central, youth-tailored platform.

    About the Role

    Our people are at the heart of Opportune’s work. As Director of Human Resources, you’ll lead our people and culture function, ensuring every volunteer has the clarity, support, and tools they need to thrive.

    You’ll oversee the full volunteer lifecycle, from recruitment and onboarding to engagement and offboarding, while maintaining strong HR systems, inclusive policies, and a healthy, values-driven team culture.

    This is a volunteer leadership role, offering the chance to shape the culture, structure, and people practices of a national, youth-led initiative.

    Location: Remote (Australia-based preferred)
    Time Commitment: 10–15 hours/week, flexible
    Reporting to: Executive Director
    Status: Not currently recruiting but expressions of interest welcome

    Key Responsibilities

    Volunteer Lifecycle Management

    • Coordinate all stages of the volunteer journey, from recruitment and onboarding to engagement and offboarding

    • Maintain accurate volunteer records, role descriptions, and contact databases

    • Manage succession planning to ensure continuity in key roles

    Culture & Engagement

    • Foster a positive, inclusive, and values-driven team culture

    • Organise regular check-ins, team updates, and recognition initiatives

    • Act as a first point of contact for volunteer concerns or support needs

    Policies & Compliance

    • Develop, implement, and update safeguarding, conduct, and grievance policies

    • Ensure compliance with relevant volunteer management and workplace legislation

    • Maintain clear, accessible HR and policy documentation for the team

    Capacity & Planning

    • Work with the leadership team to forecast volunteer needs and align roles with organisational priorities

    • Support role creation, restructuring, or recruitment drives based on project needs

    Collaboration & Governance

    • Contribute to strategic discussions on people and culture at the leadership level

    • Attend team meetings, planning sessions, and governance discussions as required

    What We’re Looking For

    • Passion for youth empowerment and purpose-driven work

    • Excellent communication and interpersonal skills

    • Strong organisational skills and attention to detail

    • Ability to handle sensitive matters with discretion

    • Experience in HR, volunteer management, facilitation, or people leadership (welcome but not essential)

    What You’ll Gain

    • Leadership experience in a national, youth-led organisation

    • Skills in recruitment, volunteer coordination, and inclusive leadership

    • Practical experience in HR systems and governance in the not-for-profit sector

    • A chance to build structures and culture that empower a diverse team

    If you have questions about the role or the application process, contact us at contact@opportunefoundation.com.au.

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