
Working at Oaktree is an unique experience
Do you wonder where the best place is for you to have a significant impact on issues like global poverty? Want real responsibility, in an organisation run entirely by passionate like-minded young people? If so, then a position with Oaktree is for you!
You can have a significant impact on global poverty now
Whether it is through raising tens of thousands of dollars for schools in the Asia Pacific, meeting with Members of Parliament, inspiring hundreds of students at a school or leading a team of volunteers – there is nowhere else for you to have such a significant impact in the fight against extreme poverty.
You can take on real and significant responsibility
We are lead entirely by people under the age of 26. This means we devise our organisational strategy, lead our teams, build our websites, create our videos, manage large complex budgets, work with our key external stakeholders and much more. Whether it is building a relationship with a corporate or school, or leading a project with a budget of $50,000 – at Oaktree there is real responsibility, right away.
You will develop an incredible practical skills set and have amazing experiences
Working with Oaktree will set you up with an incredible practical skills set. Project management, overseeing aid and development projects, leadership and team management, strategy, pitching, public speaking, facilitation, campaigning and communications are at the heart of what we do as Oaktree volunteers.
You will have access to some life changing opportunities
A role with us opens up doors, whether it is job prospects, entry into aid and development programs, overseas travel opportunities, internships, awards or advanced training. In fact our Extended Leadership Team is currently mentored and trained by Boston Consulting Group, one of the leading management consulting firms in the world, and we have exclusive access to their internships. Our former volunteers are now in many places, from NGOs like World Vision, law firms like Freehills and management consulting firms like the Boston Consulting Group.
You will be amongst incredible people
At Oaktree you will find yourself amongst dedicated, like-minded people, some of Australia’s most incredible young leaders. Oaktree is far more than simply volunteering. We are a group of young people who often form life long friendships that extend beyond our time at Oaktree.
Check out the roles below for all the amazing opportunities that are avilable right now. Can’t find something that suits you, or not quite sure where to start? Fill out this form and we’ll be in touch really soon!
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Featured Roles
Executive Assistant to the General Manager of Campaigns
This role will provide you with broad exposure to the full scope of Oaktree’s work – you will work alongside Oaktree’s leaders, and contribute to all campaigning and communications initiatives. It will provide enviable exposure to high-level practice in a significantly sized NGO. It’s a role whose scope of responsibility, and level of contribution can be scaled upwards given the capability displayed by the person in the role.
(Applications will close once suitable applicant is found)
The successful candidate will coordinate the development, strategy and implementation of an ongoing giving program for the Oaktree Foundation. This will involve the development of a website and fundraising platform, with the support of the communications team and external suppliers, the development of a high level marketing strategy for attracting donors, and the maintenance of systems and ongoing donor communication.
(Applications close 5pm January 27th)
Current Vacancies
Check out all our current vacancies available around the country. Remember if you can’t find something that fits, fill out this form and we’ll be in touch!
National Team (Melbourne-based)
- Executive Assistant to the General Manager of Campaigns (Applications will close once suitable applicant is found)
- National Online Communications Manager (Applications will close once suitable applicant is found)
- National Public Relations Manager (Applications will close once suitable applicant is found)
- Director of the Future Fund (Applications accepted on a rolling basis, please apply early to avoid disappointment)
- Overseas Projects Finance Manager (Applications will close once suitable applicant is found)
- Schools4Schools Affiliate Director (Applications close 5pm February 18th)
National Team (Sydney-based)
If you can’t find something that fits, please fill out this form and we’ll direct your message to your state-based volunteer coordinator on your behalf! Trust us, there’s no shortage of amazing work to do at Oaktree.
National Team (Adelaide-based)
Australian Capital Territory
ACT is currently undertaking a brief but intensive period of recruitment, although a number of positions have now been filled. If the roles below aren’t quite for you, we still might have something. Just send us an email to find out.
- ACT Internal Communications Manager (Applications open)
- Schools4Schools State Manager (Applications will close once suitable applicant is found)
- Schools4Schools Assistant Affiliates Manager (Applications will close once suitable applicant is found)
- Schools4Schools Mentor (Applications will close once suitable applicant is found)
If you can’t find something that fits, the HR team is more than happy to chat with you about the best way you can get involved. Shoot us an email with your contact information and a brief outline of your interests: act-recruitment@theoaktree.org.
New South Wales
If you can’t find something that fits, our recruitment team is more than happy to chat with you about the best way you can get involved. Shoot us an email with your contact information and a brief outline of your skills and interests:
Queensland
- QLD State Director (Applications close 5pm October 30th)
- QLD Assistant State Director (Applications close 5pm October 30th)
- Amazing Race Campaigns Team
- QLD Amazing Race Campaigns Manager (Applications close 5pm October 21st 2011)
- Live Below the Line Campaigns Team
- QLD Live Below the Line Grassroots Coordinator (Applications close 5pm October 21st 2011)
- QLD Business Development Team
- QLD Business Development Manager (Applications close 5pm October 21st 2011)
- QLD Business Development Officer (Applications close 5pm November 11th 2011)
- QLD Schools for Schools Team
- QLD Schools for Schools Manager (Applications close 5pm October 21st 2011)
- QLD Affiliate Schools for Schools Manager (Applications close 5pm October 21st 2011)
- Schools for Schools Operations Manager (Applications close 5pm November 11th 2011)
- Schools for Schools Mentor (Applications close 5pm November 11th 2011)
- Schools for Schools Live Below the Line Coordinator(Applications close 5pm November 11th 2011)
- Schools for Schools State Summit and Mass Mobilisation Coordinator (Applications close 5pm November 11th 2011)
- QLD Campaigns Team
- QLD Campaigns Political and MPH Coordinator (Applications close 5pm October 21st 2011)
- QLD Campaigns Promotions and Media Coordinator (Applications close 5pm October 21st 2011)
- QLD Campaigns Community Engagement Officer (Applications close 5pm October 21st 2011)
If you can’t find something that fits, please fill out this form and we’ll direct your message to your state-based volunteer coordinator on your behalf! Trust us, there’s no shortage of amazing work to do at Oaktree.
South Australia
- SA Campaigns – State Manager
- SA Campaigns- Uni Coordinator (Uni SA- City West)
- SA Campaigns- Uni Coordinator (Uni SA- City East)
- South Australian Director (Applications close 5pm February 5th)
If you can’t find something that fits or if something isn’t available, please fill out this form and we’ll direct your message to your state-based volunteer coordinator on your behalf! Trust us, there’s no shortage of amazing work to do at Oaktree. You’ll hear from us soon.
Victoria
- Generate Facilitator (Applications close 5pm September 23 2011)
- Schools 4 Schools Summit Manager (Applications close 5pm December 9 2011)
If you can’t find something that fits, please email recruitment at recruitment@theoaktree.org and we’ll direct your message to your state-based volunteer coordinator on your behalf! Trust us, there’s no shortage of amazing work to do at Oaktree.
Western Australia
- Schools 4 Schools Coordinator (Applications close 5pm February 17 2012)
If you can’t find something that fits, please fill out this form and we’ll direct your message to your state-based volunteer coordinator on your behalf! Trust us, there’s no shortage of amazing work to do at Oaktree. Otherwise please send your CV and cover letter to our Recruitment Coordinator Tim at wa-recruitment@theoaktree.org. We look forward to hearing from you!
Tasmania
- Business Partnerships Coordinator (Applications close 5pm Friday 17th February)
If you can’t find something that fits, please fill out this form and we’ll direct your message to your state-based volunteer coordinator on your behalf! Trust us, there’s no shortage of amazing work to do at Oaktree. We’d love to hear from you!


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