Staff volunteering leave scheme

JCU staff are entitled to two days paid volunteering leave each year to volunteer for not-for-profit organisations. The program is a great way for staff to give back to the local environment or community and to display good corporate responsibility.

Staff volunteering leave scheme

JCU staff are entitled to two days paid volunteering leave each year to volunteer for not-for-profit organisations. Leave can be taken from your personal/carers leave balance. If you have an excess of sick leave this is a great way to use some up while doing some good.

TropEco can assist by teaming staff up with environmental and other organisations that support volunteer work. See our Community Volunteering Opportunities page for more information on some of the organisations you may like to volunteer with.

How to apply for volunteering leave

Step 1: Discuss the intended leave with your current line manager.

Step 2: Obtain agreement for the leave.

Step 3: Apply for the leave in My HR Online by choosing:

the Pers&Carer Paid (incl Sick) option in the 'Leave Code' dropdown box, and
the Volunteering option in the 'Reason' dropdown box