Digital Storytelling & Community Impact Assistant
The Kindness Institute is looking for a creative and community-minded volunteer to support our marketing and social media activity in Tāmaki Makaurau, Auckland.
This role would suit someone who enjoys social media, believes in the power of storytelling, and wants to use their skills to support a not-for-profit making a positive difference for rangatahi and whānau. We are looking for someone who is interested in kaupapa Māori, wellbeing, and values-based work, and who can bring care, creativity, and initiative to our communications.
As our Digital Storytelling & Community Impact Assistant, you will help us share the story of our work in ways that align with the values and tikanga of The Kindness Institute. This includes supporting social media content, assisting the funding team with promotional materials, creating simple and engaging content in Canva, and helping monitor and update website content where needed.
This is a flexible volunteer role, ideally suited to someone who can offer around half a day per week during weekdays, although we are open to discussing what works best.
Why volunteer with us
This is a chance to use your creativity and communications skills to support meaningful kaupapa that strengthen wellbeing for rangatahi and communities. You’ll be part of a supportive team and contribute to work that is purpose-driven, values-led, and community-focused.
What you’ll be helping with
Supporting social media planning and posting
Creating promotional content using Canva
Assisting with communications that support the funding team
Helping monitor website content and flagging updates
Contributing ideas for content that reflects our kaupapa, values, and community impact
Supporting positive and consistent storytelling across our platforms
Who this role would suit
We would love to hear from someone who:
enjoys social media and digital content creation
has some experience in marketing, communications, or promotion
is confident using Canva and general online tools
cares about wellbeing and community impact
has an interest in kaupapa Māori and values based practice
is respectful, reliable, and happy working as part of a positive team
can work in a way that aligns with the tikanga and values of The Kindness Institute
Flexible weekday hours, ideally around half a day per week.
Getting started:
The first step is to express your interest by filling out the form below. We will then put you in touch directly with the organisation for more information on the role and how to proceed.
Marketing & Communications