What is the Golden Gurus program?

The Golden Gurus was originally an idea from the 20/20 summit which was then developed by the Department of Education, Employment and Workplace Relations (DEEWR) into the Golden Gurus. The program aims to harness the skills and experience of mature aged people (50 years and over) to help support community organisations, social enterprises and small businesses in developing their business expertise.

Golden Gurus are given a range of opportunities to support Community Organisations and Small Businesses by becoming a skilled volunteer mentors who then transfer their valuable skills and experience.

Who can become a Golden Guru?

·       Are you aged 50 or over?
·       Do you have valuable skills & experience to transfer?
·       Could you put your skills to use by volunteer mentoring?
·       Want to give back to the community?

Which areas of skilled volunteering are you interested in?

·       Marketing
·       Governance
·       Finance & Accounting
·       Strategic Planning & Business Development
·       Human Resources
·       Quality Assurance
·       Event Management
·       Risk Management
·       Office Management
·       Fundraising
·       Information Technology
·       Research
·       Legal
·       Trade Professionals

What are the benefits?

·       Giving back to your community!
·       Use your skills meaningfully & purposely!
·       Provide valuable assistance to the not-for-profit / small business sector!
·       Learn new skills by supporting, advising, mentoring others!
·       Enjoy flexible conditions!
·       Connect with like-minded people!
·       Be involved & engaged with issues affecting our community!

How do I become a Golden Guru?

If you would like to become a Golden Guru, fill out a registration form, so we can then match you with a community organisation or small business seeking your skills and experience.
Alternatively you can contact us by email slipari@binc.org.au, or by phone 6332 4866.

How can I host a Golden Guru at my organisation?

If you are interested in having the support of a Golden Guru at your community organisation or small business (less than 20 employee’s), and have appropriate insurances to cover volunteers, you may be eligible to become a Host Organisation. Please email us at slipari@binc.org.au or call at 6332 4866 to see if you are eligible to host a Golden Guru.

For more information please go to the Deparment of Education, Employment & Workplace Relations (DEEWR) Golden Guru website. http://www.deewr.gov.au/Employment/Programs/GoldenGurus/Pages/default.aspx