Volunteering at the Centre
Participating at Atisha Centre
As with many other non-profit organisations, we are always looking for people to help run the Centre and get involved with our various projects and activities.
Please consider becoming part of the Atisha Centre community, bringing benefit to countless beings by helping to keep the Centre running and flourishing!
Specific volunteers we are looking for now:
Gompa Manager
We are looking for a manager for Atisha Centre's gompa.
This is an exchange position, offering accommodation plus a small stipend and access to the Programme.
The role of Gompa Manager involves setting up the gompa for the different events, seeing to the cleanliness and presentation of the gompa and working harmoniously within the spiritual programme and community. This position can be very enjoyable and good fun, working in peaceful and beautiful environment.
Ideally, the applicant should have knowledge of the Buddha Dharma and be happy to learn.
If you are interested to apply, please fill in the form at the bottom of the page. Alternatively, please contact Chodron, the Programme Coordinator, on 0406 824 315 or email. Property Volunteer
Kevin, our Property Manager needs a dedicated volunteer to work in various and varied jobs around the grounds and property.
- Please commit to work for 10 hours per week.
If you are interested to volunteer, please fill in the form at the bottom of the page. Alternatively, please contact the Office on 0493 247 400 or email. Coordinator Positions
We are currently seeking a volunteer coordinator position:
* Fundraising Coordinator
If you are interested in investigating any this position and would like information, please contact the Director on 0493 247 400 or email here The kinds of things we generally need help with:
◉ Helping to facilitate the various Programme events we have on our calendar
● setting up our gompa and other venues for events
● running the sound, video and recording system
● meeting and greeting visitors and guests
● serving refreshments when needed
● tidying up the venue at the end of an event.
◉ Caring for the Centre - inside and outside - including ...
● Gardening
● Sweeping/raking paths and grounds
● Cleaning, tidying the Courtyard
● Cleaning and maintenance of our holy objects
● Painting
● Helping with repair work.
◉ Assisting with the various Centre functions ...
● Dining area:
■ Cooking, kitchen hand, cleaning
● Café - "Wishfulfilling Jewel Cafe":
■ Serving, baristing, waiting, dishes
● Giftshop - "Lama's Dharma Shop":
■ Serving, shop display, cleaning
● Accommodation - Assist Accommodation Manager:
■ Meeting and greeting, room preparation, cleaning, laundry.
◉ Publicity and Centre promotion ...
● Social media
● Letterbox drops
● Marketing.
If you feel that you are interested in participating in any of these areas, we would love to hear from you.
◉ Direct involvement in one of our projects ...
● Kadampa stupa
● Lama Yeshe statue ~ landscaping, project management
● Garden Buddha statue ~ restoration
● Café management.
Please email us or, alternatively, complete the form at the bottom of this page and we will set up a meeting time for you to come for a chat and a cuppa and we can work out the details from there.
Fill in this participation enquiry form and we will be in touch soon
