Join us as a volunteer at the 2023 World Transplant Games and become part of the world’s largest celebration for organ and tissue donation. Applications for volunteers are now open!
The 24th World Transplant Games will see over 2,000 athletes from 60 countries around the world, come together to compete in 17 different sports over 7 days, to celebrate life, through sport.
Major events like this aren’t possible without the support and dedication of hundreds of volunteers who are passionate about making a difference in the world. It’s also an opportunity to make your mark working on a major international multi-sports event.
We’re looking for volunteers with a wide variety of skills and experience to help bring these Games to life for our athletes, their family and friends, and spectators.
Your time, contribution, and efforts as a volunteer are invaluable and help us build a workforce that can deliver an excellent Games experience.
To read the full description for these roles, just click here.
To view the schedule of events, click here.
There are some basic eligibility requirements you must meet to be a volunteer. Preference will be given to volunteers who are able to commit to at least three shifts.
Applicants must:
Please note, medical volunteers need to apply for authorisation for WA Health Department to operate as health professional during the Games. To find out more, click here.
You’ll learn new skills, make connections, and most importantly, help deliver an amazing event for athletes, their families, and supporters, and help create memories that will last a lifetime.
All volunteers will receive training, a uniform kit, and meals during allocated shifts.
And let’s not forget to mention the fun factor! We want to ensure our volunteers have a great and memorable time at the Games.
You’ll work with a team that will inspire you, empower you, and offer you an unforgettable Games experience.
We would also like to invite everyone who volunteers at the Games to a special thank you event on Thursday, 20 April from 5pm at Osborne Park Bowling Club. More details will be available soon.
All volunteers will be required to undertake the following training:
If you have any questions, check out our FAQs below. If you can’t find the answers there, don’t hesitate to reach out to our team at volunteer@transplant.org.au.
Applications for volunteer positions are open! We encourage everyone to get their applications in before 28 February 2023. to go to the registration page click here.
We will have over 500 volunteers join the team to help deliver the World Transplant Games in 2023!
There are various roles on offer, including opportunities to work in the following areas:
Click here to download the information about available volunteer roles.
Volunteers must be 18 years of age or older at the time of the Games.
Volunteers 14 – 18 years will be accepted with parental supervision. To apply please contact volunteer@transplant.org.au
We are looking for people who are friendly and passionate, with a positive attitude, and who are great team players. Most importantly, volunteers must be committed to helping make a difference in the lives of our athletes. Additionally, we require that volunteers are:
No! While past event or Games experience can certainly be valuable, volunteers are not required to have past volunteering experience to work on the Games.
Absolutely! Provisions will be made to ensure people with accessibility needs or other adjustments are given every opportunity to volunteer at the event in the best and safest way. We are committed to providing equal opportunity for everyone.
Volunteers should be available for several shifts across the Games-time period of 15-21 April 2023.
There will also be some volunteer shifts in the lead up to Games-time.
You must be able to fluently speak and read English. If you speak a second language, that’s great! This is an international event and it’s a great way to support our visitors if you can assist them in their native language. Proficiency in French and Spanish is most welcome, along with many other languages.
Workplace Health & Safety is a key priority for everyone involved in the Games.
World Transplant Games Workforce and Volunteers must comply with all event safety protocols, as well as any laws or government directives that apply or might arise, including those requirements specifically relating to COVID-19.
Help protect yourself from COVID-19:
Volunteers will receive an event uniform, meals (depending on shift length) and event training.
You will build networks, gain and develop skills, and grow friendships, all whilst being part of a major international sporting event and making an invaluable contribution in the lives of our athletes.
We reserve the right to conduct or request any criminal history checks, Working With Children Checks or other background checks for all or certain volunteer roles.
The Volunteer Portal is our central online location where you can access everything you need regarding your volunteer journey.
This is where you apply to be a volunteer, read key updates, access online training modules, and view your roster.
The Portal will be available once you register.
You will be required to complete online training modules which may be supplemented with face-to-face training.
Training will include event induction covering safety protocols and other event policies and procedures.
Venue specific training will likely be completed as part of your first shift unless otherwise communicated.
Specific skills training will depend on the role you are assigned to.
We will provide rosters from March 2023. These will be available on the Volunteer Portal.
No, volunteers will not be paid. We are extremely grateful for the support provided by all of our volunteers.
Yes, our insurance covers all volunteers who are Australian citizens or permanent residents.
Accommodation or travel won’t be provided for Team ‘23 Games Volunteers.
Shifts will be from 3 – 9 hours with some shifts being slightly shorter, or longer, due to competition schedules.
It is important for us to ensure the health, safety and well-being of our volunteers.
Breaks will be arranged based on the length of your shift, but you should speak to your supervisor if you are fatigued or need a break.
Some roles will be required to stand and/or walk for a large part of their shift. If you have any accessibility or mobility requirements, please select these in the relevant section of the Medical Form.
More information will be provided during training – if you have any questions or concerns, please discuss them with your supervisor or the workforce team.
It is important for us to ensure the health, safety and well-being of our volunteers.
Breaks will be arranged based on the length of your shift, but you should speak to your supervisor if you are fatigued or need a break.
Depending on the length of your shift, a meal and beverages /refreshments may be provided.
We’ll do our best to deliver diverse menu choices that address the standard dietary requirements options such as vegetarian, vegan, gluten and dairy free. If we cannot accommodate a specific dietary requirement due to operational reasons, you may need to provide your own meals.
Being amongst the action is one of the best parts of volunteering at a major event!
Volunteers must be focused on their duties first and foremost, as well as consider the safety of others and themselves. You are welcome to watch the competition when it does not interfere with your tasks.
Yes! Groups such as corporate, community groups, sporting clubs, associations and not-for-profit organisations are welcome to apply. To apply as a group, please contact Cathy at volunteer@transplant.org.au
You can reset your details on the login page of the Team ’23 Volunteer Portal. Alternatively, please email volunteer@transplant.org.au and we will be able to help you.
If you can no longer fulfil your role, please notify the team via email volunteer@transplant.org.au as soon as possible.
We acknowledge the Whadjuk people of the Noongar nation, the traditional custodians of the land on which we gather for the 2023 World Transplant Games. We recognise their connections to land, sea, and community and pay our respect to their elders past and present.
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