Volunteer
Join AHRI volunteers and make a difference in HR across Australia
Are you passionate about advancing the HR profession in Australia?
Volunteering with AHRI is an incredible way to give back, connect with like-minded professionals, and grow your own skills while making a real impact.
Whether you’re an experienced HR practitioner or just starting your career, AHRI offers diverse opportunities to get involved – from event support and committee participation to mentoring and advocacy. By joining our volunteer network, you’ll help shape the future of HR in Australia, build valuable relationships, and be inspired along the way.
Discover how you can contribute, grow, and make a difference as an AHRI volunteer today.
Volunteer roles at AHRI
Roles and responsibilities
- Represent and engage with AHRI members in your State or Territory and provide feedback to AHRI.
- Design and develop programs for AHRI State Conferences.
- Develop programs for local Network Forum events.
- Promote AHRI membership.
- Encourage uptake of HR Certification.
- Support and implement AHRI’s vision for the HR profession.
Find out more about our State Councils.
Requirements
- Hold an individual professional membership with AHRI.
- Be HR Certified (CPHR or FCPHR) or working towards HR certification.
- Be available to attend in-person or online meetings (typically monthly and possibly held after hours).
Benefits
- Shape AHRI’s forward agenda and give back to the HR profession.
- Network with colleagues in your State or Territory and across Australia.
- Demonstrate your commitment to the profession by referencing your role on your CV.
- Access to discounted tickets for selected AHRI events.
Roles and responsibilities
- Lead a state-based Network Forum committee.
- Organise and host events and discussion forums, including sourcing topics and speakers.
- Promote events across social media channels.
- Plan and deliver member engagement activities within the local network.
- Work closely with the State Council for guidance and support.
- Contribute to the content of AHRI’s state and national conferences.
The activities of AHRI Network Forums can vary and depend on each group’s interests.
Find out more about our Network Forums.
Requirements
- Hold an individual professional AHRI membership (MAHRI, CPHR or FCPHR).
- Be available to attend in-person or online Network Forum events as required, including possible after-hours sessions.
- Be willing to use Microsoft Teams, Zoom, and the AHRI website portal.
Benefits
- Expand your professional network and connections.
- Enhance your knowledge across generalist and specialist HR areas.
- Accelerate your HR career progression.
- Develop valuable leadership and professional skills.
- Build and strengthen your personal brand within the HR community.
- Access to discounted tickets for selected AHRI events.
Roles and responsibilities
Support the Convenor in the successful delivery of Network Forum events, including:
- Planning and coordinating events
- Identifying relevant topics for discussion
- Selecting and liaising with speakers
- Securing suitable local venues (preferably complimentary)
- Promoting events through personal and professional networks.
Find out more about our Network Forums.
Requirements
- Hold an individual membership with AHRI.
- Be available to attend in-person or online Network Forum events as required, including possible after-hours sessions.
Benefits
- Expand your professional network and connections.
- Enhance your knowledge across generalist and specialist HR areas.
- Accelerate your HR career progression.
- Develop valuable leadership and professional skills.
- Build and strengthen your personal brand within the HR community.
- Access to discounted tickets for selected AHRI events.
Roles and responsibilities
Serve on AHRI national committees and advisory panels, such as:
- National Certification Council
- Diversity, Equity & Inclusion Advisory Panel
- ER/IR Advisory Panel
- Future of Work Advisory Panel
- Public Sector Advisory Panel
- Research Advisory Panel
Find out more about our National Certification Council and Advisory panels.
Requirements
By invitation only – members contribute their expertise and time to provide advice and insights on key issues.
Benefits
- Share your experience to inspire and guide others in HR.
- Expand your professional network and collaborate with peers.
- Make a meaningful contribution to the HR profession.
- Access to discounted tickets for selected AHRI events.
Other volunteering opportunities
What do they do?
Network Convenors source speakers across all the skill and knowledge areas of the Australian HR Competency Framework to present at their in-person or online events.
In addition to network forums AHRI conducts a range of national and state-based events annually and encourages presentation proposals from both AHRI members and non-members for inclusion.
Who is eligible?
Connect with the relevant Network to explore speaking opportunities or
Review the Speaker Selection Guidelines and submit a speaker proposal here.
What’s in it for you?
Looking to share your expertise and make an impact in HR? AHRI offers opportunities to speak at national and state events, contribute to AHRI editorial and media, and develop or facilitate professional courses.
Showcase your knowledge, expand your network, and shape the future of the profession. Learn more and get involved here: Contribute to AHRI.
What do they do?
AHRI’s National Convention & Exhibition (NCE) is our flagship annual event, attracting 2000 HR professionals. NCE volunteers are integral in supporting the delivery of this major event.
They are typically students who are available for a variety of roles and shifts across all event days, who are passionate about events or HR and are keen to gain valuable front-line event experience.
Who is eligible?
Reliability, a positive attitude, lots of enthusiasm and the ability to take direction from a leader to assist with meet and greet, registration assistance, room monitoring, information and wayfinding directions.
Notice of this opportunity is provided prior to the event.
What’s in it for you?
Affiliation with AHRI (i.e. via LinkedIn), experience assisting with a large-scale event in a premier event venue, behind the scenes exposure to Australia’s premier HR event, and opportunities to meet and network with like-minded fellow students.
Current Volunteer Opportunities
Network Forum Convenor - NSW Reward & Recognition Network Forum
Lead the NSW Reward & Recognition Network to design and deliver engaging, leading edge professional development forums where HR practitioners share insights and explore innovative ways to align total rewards with business success.
Network Forum Committee Members – All NSW Network Forums
NSW State Council supports 12 Network Forums across various regional areas and topic specialties. Join the committee to support the Network Convenor in the successful delivery of events. See full list here.
TAS State Council Member
Join the TAS State Council and help shape the future of HR in Tasmania. We invite HR Certified members, or those on the HR Certification pathway, to contribute their expertise, influence professional practice, and collaborate with peers to deliver meaningful outcomes for the HR community.