Volunteer at Jika Jika

Make a positive impact by volunteering your time and talents to support Jika Jika's community programs and operations.

This is a photo of two volunteers working in the garden at Jika Jika Community Centre in Northcote

The impact of volunteering

Volunteers are at the heart of our community at Jika Jika. We're so grateful for the many people from around Northcote who give their time, passion and talents to help strengthen our neighbourhood house.

Our volunteers play a huge role in helping us work towards a more inclusive, caring community. We operate with limited resources, so your energy and insights provide the momentum to drive our programs forward.

As a volunteer, you can share your skills and partner with our staff to enrich Jika Jika in so many ways. We value each contribution!

This is a photo of a volunteers working at the morning tea at Jika Jika Community Centre in Northcote

Why volunteer?

Here are just some of the great reason to volunteer with Jika Jika:

  • Help strengthen your local community and build connections

  • Learn new skills and gain experience

  • Share your unique talents and creativity

  • Feel valued for making a real difference

  • Meet new people and have fun!

This is a photo of a volunteer working in the sewing group at Jika Jika Community Centre in Northcote

Volunteering opportunities

Let us know if you see a way to contribute your time and skills at Jika Jika, or get in touch about any of these current volunteer opportunities:

Committee of Governance
Jika’s Committee of Governance plays a vital role guiding and overseeing the directions of the Centre. The Committee meets 8-10 times a year on a Tuesday evening and is always interested in hearing from potential new members.

Games Night Assistant
First Tuesday every month, 6.30-8.30 pm
Set up, welcome people, play and have some fun!

Movie Night Coordinator
Second Tuesday every month, 6.30-8.30 pm
Choose a movie, greet the crowd and hand out choc tops!

Community Dinner Assistant
Third Tuesday every month, 6.30-8.30 pm
Help deliver a beautiful community dinner and enjoy the meal while connecting with others.

Garden Volunteers
Always welcome on a Tuesday with your green thumbs or just your enthusiasm!

Many roles require a Working With Children Check and National Police Check, which we can help you arrange.

If you're interested in volunteering, please complete the form below.

"I go to Jika Jika every week to volunteer because I love helping out and connecting with others. I enjoy passing down my skills to others while volunteering. Jika Jika is a welcoming, safe, fun and amazing place, and everyone part of the Jika Jika community should feel very proud of themselves for helping make Jika Jika the amazing place it is."

Amelie - Morning Tea Facilitator