Committee Members
Join the Committee at Ellerslie Toy Library
Help Shape the Future of Play in Our Community
Are you passionate about supporting local families, building community connections, and helping children learn through play? The Ellerslie Toy Library is seeking enthusiastic individuals to join our volunteer committee. Whether you're a parent, grandparent, local resident, professional, or simply someone who believes in the value of affordable, we'd love to hear from you.
About Us
The Ellerslie Toy Library provides families with access to a wide range of quality toys, games, puzzles, and educational resources. We help make play affordable, sustainable, and accessible for our community.
Our committee plays a vital role in ensuring the Toy Library continues to thrive and support local families.
Committee Member Opportunities
We're looking for people with a variety of skills and interests. Responsibilities may include:
- Helping guide the strategic direction of the Toy Library
- Supporting membership growth and community engagement
- Assisting with fundraising initiatives and events
- Contributing to governance and operational decision-making
- Also hiring for a Treasurer: looking after the accounts.
We welcome diverse backgrounds, perspectives, and skill sets.
What You'll Gain
- A meaningful way to give back to your community
- Opportunities to develop leadership and governance skills
- Connections with like-minded local families and volunteers
- Experience supporting a well-loved community organisation
- The satisfaction of helping children access quality play experiences
Who We're Looking For
We encourage applications from people who are:
- Passionate about supporting children and families
- Previous Experience in Finance, Accounting, and/or Marketing(preferred)
- Financial, accounting and budgeting knowledge(preferred)
- Integrity, accountability and reliability.
- Knowledge of Governance and charity processes and structures.
- Cooperative and committed to creating a welcoming and inclusive environment
Time Commitment
- The committee meets monthly with occasional additional involvement for projects, or events.
Interested?
We'd love to chat about how you can get involved.
To apply: send in your cover letter and CV. You can be based in suburbs outside of Ellerslie.
Applications will be reviewed as they come in.