Volunteer positions
We are excited that you would like to join us. Together, we can create a better life for New Zealand’s animals.
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Fill the Bucket Street Appeal Volunteer
Hastings
SPCA’s Fill the Bucket Street Appeal is back on Friday 30 and Saturday 31 October 2026! Help raise vital funds for animals in need. -
Small Animal Fosterer
Hastings
Do you love rabbits, guinea pigs, and other small animals? As a Foster Parent, you’ll provide a safe space for small animals. -
Op Shop Volunteer (Hastings)
We are looking for helping hands in our Op Shops. If you are 15 years+ and want to gain some retail and customer service -
Op Shop Volunteer (Havelock North)
We are looking for helping hands in our Op Shops. If you are 15 years+ and want to gain some retail and customer service -
Op Shop Volunteer (Napier)
We are looking for helping hands in our Op Shops. If you are 15 years+ and want to gain some retail and customer service -
Op Shop Volunteer (Taradale)
We are looking for helping hands in our Op Shops. If you are 15 years+ and want to gain some retail and customer service -
Op Shop Volunteer (Waipukurau)
We are looking for helping hands in our Op Shops. If you are 15 years+ and want to gain some retail and customer service -
Cat and Kitten Fosterer
Hastings
Do you love cats and kittens and want to make a real difference from home? As a Foster Parent, you’ll provide a safe, nurturing space -
Dog and Puppy Fosterer
Hastings
Do you love dogs and puppies and want to make a real difference from home? As a Foster Parent, you’ll provide a safe space for -
Neonate Kitten Fosterer
Hastings
Are you ready to care for our tiniest and most vulnerable animals? Neonate kitten fostering involves round-the-clock care for orphaned kittens. -
General Centre Support Volunteer
Hastings
Do you want to make a difference in the lives of animals by helping behind the scenes? Our Centre Support team plays a vital -
General Animal Care Volunteer
Hastings
Do you love animals and want to make a real difference? Join us as an Animal Care Volunteer and help with the daily care and -
Events and Fundraising Volunteer
Hastings
Are you looking for a fun, flexible way to make a difference for animals? Event volunteering is a great option for those who love getting -
Gardening Volunteer
Hastings
Are you a practical, hands-on person who enjoys rolling up your sleeves? Help us keep our centre grounds and animal areas tidy and looking their -
Driver Volunteer
Hastings
Do you enjoy being out on the road and want to make a difference for animals in your community? -
Repairs and Maintenance Volunteer
Hastings
Are you handy and great at fixing things? Join our Maintenance Volunteers and help keep our centres safe, functional, and welcoming for animals and people -
Neonate Puppy Fosterer
Hastings
Are you ready to care for some of our most vulnerable animals? Neonate puppy fostering involves providing round-the-clock care for orphaned puppies.
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Ngā mihi nui
The SPCA New Zealand Team