CIAF 2026 - Volunteer Application

2026 VOLUNTEER APPLICATION FORM
Volunteers play a crucial role in the success and delivery of the Cairns Indigenous Art Fair (CIAF) each year. We are seeking individuals who wish to join us in celebrating Queensland's Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander arts and culture and are eager to be involved in a large-scale event or festival/festival to enrich the experience of CIAF audiences.

CIAF volunteers include both skilled individuals who want experience to put on their resume, or a love of learning in the following areas:

CIAF GENERAL

·       Handing out programs to visitors

·       Counting people at entry points to ascertain numbers

·       Assisting in keeping the site clean and tidy

·       Assisting with moving chairs & setting up areas as required

·       General customer service duties

·       Assisting at artist workshops

· Assist with survey data collection

· Assist with ushering at various venues

· Assisting the stage manager

· Assist with public programming workshops and activities, e.g. artist workshops, and masterclasses

SPECIFIC VOLUNTEER POSITIONS

Children's Program Assistant: volunteer assistants will be working under the management of a Children's Program leader (please note these positions require you to have experience working or supporting children, i.e. parent, grandparent, teacher, childcare educator, etc).

Elders Lounge Assistant: Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander volunteers are needed to tend to the comfort of Elders by ensuring the space remains welcoming, including making tea and coffee.

CIAF FASHION EVENT

·       Assisting in keeping the site clean and tidy

·       Assisting with moving chairs/setting up areas as required

· Assist "Back of House" dressers, e.g. assist model,s etc
Please complete the form below and submit it by Friday 23 May 2026.

Please note, all CIAF volunteers are required to hold a current Blue Card (see details below).

Applications will be assessed, and eligibility will be at the discretion of the CIAF management.

CONTACT US

If you have any questions while completing your Volunteer Application form, you can contact the Cairns Indigenous Art Fair via email at artfair@ciaf.com.au

If you would like assistance registering to become a volunteer, call CIAF's office on 07 4252 6312.
Volunteer Name*
Email:*
Mobile:*
Address*

Street Address

Street Address Line 2

CityState / Province

Postal / Zip Code
Do you identify as Aboriginal or Torres Strait Islander?

YesNo
Gender*
Age (for reporting purposes)*
CIAF volunteers are required to have a current Blue Card. Blue Cards are free for volunteers. To apply for a Blue Card visit Blue Card Services Applicant Portal (applications can take between 5-28 days). CIAF can support volunteers in this process, contact us if needed.*

YesNo
Do you have your own transportation*

YesNo
Emergency Contact Details*
Name
Mobile number
Do you have any specific skills that you wish to obtain from volunteering?*
Do you have prior festival/event experience or other experience relevant to volunteering at CIAF? Please let us know what your experience is. *
Character References #1*
Name
Mobile Number
Character References #2
Name
Mobile Number
Tell us a bit about yourself. We'd love to know what inspired you to volunteer with CIAF. What interest, skills, or experiences do you bring to the team? Feel free to share anything that helps us get to know you better.
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Availability*

Tuesday 30 JuneWednesday 01 JulyThursday 02 JulyFriday 03 JulySaturday 04 JulySunday 05 JulyMonday 06 JulyTuesday 07 JulyWednesday 08 JulyThursday 09 JulyFriday 10 JulySaturday 11 JulySunday 12 JulyMonday 13 JulyOther
Preferred shift times*

MorningsAfternoonsEvening / NightAll times
Please choose your preferred event*

CIAF Opening NightCIAF Fashion PerformanceCIAF Art Fair & Artisans MarketCIAF Music and Performance ProgramCIAF Talks Program
Interested In*

Whatever is neededCounting people at entry points to eventsDecor/Set-upProgram distributionUsheringBump-in/Bump-outVisitor Service / Surveys on ipadStage Hand/SkilledChildren's ProgramPublic Programming workshops and activites eg artist workshops, and masterclassesElders Lounge (Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander volunteers required)
Please note that submitting a volunteer application does not guarantee your desired position at CIAF 2026.

We hope you enjoy the experience. We like our volunteers to be happy, helpful, friendly and fun!
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2026 VOLUNTEER APPLICATION FORM