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MICRO BUSINESS SUPPORT

SUPPORT A MICRO BUSINESS

We are looking for creative, organised and patient people to help support the people we partner with their micro businesses. Click here to see how your supports benefits the people we partner.

Examples of current micro businesses where you could help:

  • Paper making

  • Handmade cards

  • Reusable wax wraps

  • Sewing projects

  • Arts & crafts in our Cafe Gallery

  • Jams & Preserves

  • Gardening

  • Worm Farming

VOLUNTEER PROGRAMME

Pou Whakaaro will lead you through a full workplace induction where you will also receive training before you commence. 

VOLUNTEER TRAITS

You will enjoy helping people, have good communication skills and be a problem solver.

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You will be working alongside a team member to support people one-on-one with their micro business or event.

WHEN & WHERE

Any week day between 9:00am and 3:00pm, locations in Whakatane and Kawerau, however if this doesn't suit please contact us to discuss an alternative. There are also some jobs you can do in your own time in your own home. 

BENEFITS OF VOLUNTEERING

There are many benefits to volunteering in your community, such as:

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  • Giving back and helping others;

  • gaining new experiences and insights;

  • creating connections with people;

  • gaining a sense of accomplishment;

  • increasing your skill set and gaining work experience;

  • IT MAKES YOU HAPPY! Helping others makes you happier ! True Story. In a poll by the National Volunteering Network, 98% of respondents said volunteering has made them happier people. 

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Once you have commenced with your voluneer programme, Pou Whakaaro are happy to supply a reference for any  CV, job or scholarship application. 

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