Volunteer Opportunities at Myli

Position Title: English Conversation Group Volunteer Facilitator

• Location: Pakenham Library, Cnr. John & Henry St, Pakenham VIC 3810
• Position Type: Ethnic/Multicultural
• Time Commitment: Ongoing, One day per week (Fridays)
• Frequency: Weekly during school terms
• Time of Day: 12:00 PM – 2 PM

Position Summary:

Join us as a Volunteer Facilitator for our English Conversation Group, helping adults improve their English through relaxed conversation in a supportive environment. You’ll guide conversations with a variety of topics, encouraging participants to expand on ideas and interact.

You’ll need strong communication skills, a passion for supporting diverse communities, and a willingness to engage with a group. Training will be provided by the Pakenham library team.

Selection Criteria:

• Minimum 6-month commitment
• Desire to work with diverse communities
• Strong interpersonal skills
• Patience and respect for others
• Ability to work in a team and take directions
• Police check and Working with Children card

Time Required: Approx. 2 hours per week for a minimum of 6 months (excluding school holidays)

How to Apply:

To express your interest, email your details to volunteers@myli.org.au. Please include:

• Your name
• Contact email & phone number
• A short summary of your skills and interests

We look forward to hearing from you!

The Community Advisory Committee (CAC) at My Community Library (Myli) seeks passionate individuals committed to inclusivity and diversity. CAC members play a vital role in shaping library services to meet the diverse needs of communities, advocating for inclusive programs, and fostering community engagement.

CAC applicants should preferably reside or work within Bass Coast, Baw Baw, Cardinia, or South Gippsland Shires, possess or be eligible for a Working With Children Check (WWCC), commit to attending a minimum of two meetings annually, and not be affiliated with Myli or any Member Council. Additionally, they should demonstrate a strong commitment to diversity, inclusion, and community empowerment, along with excellent communication, collaboration, and relationship-building skills, coupled with a passion for innovation, library services, and community development.

Ready to apply? Please write a cover letter expressing your motivation to join the committee and how you can contribute to Myli’s purpose of creating inclusive libraries, outlining any relevant work or lived experience.  

Reasonable adjustments can be made available for applicants with disabilities at any stage of the process.  

To apply: Submit your application to recruitment@myli.org.au. Applications will be reviewed on a rolling basis until all positions are filled.