The Anzac Memorial relies on the generosity of its volunteer Memorial Ambassadors to enhance the visitor experience. Ambassadors actively engage with members of the public and act as hosts for the Memorial, conveying its history and purpose in an informative and respectful way.
The Memorial is currently recruiting for volunteers, to learn more about the program please see the FAQs below. You can register your interest by emailing manager@anzacmemorial.nsw.gov.au
Frequently Asked Questions
What will I do as an Ambassador at the Anzac Memorial?
Ambassadors support the Visitor Services Team to provide a high-quality customer service and a positive experience for our visitors.
Ambassadors act as hosts for the Memorial, welcoming and engaging with visitors and adding to the interpretation of the Memorial and its exhibition spaces.
Ambassadors can assist in the preparation and provide assistance with special events as well as support the Memorial’s evolving in-house programs
What qualifications do I need to become and Ambassador at the Anzac Memorial?
No specific qualification is required. We are looking for people from all backgrounds, who have a good understanding of customer service and have an interest in Australian military history, social history, architecture, and art. You will need to have a willingness to learn and the passion to engage and share your knowledge with the public. Ambassadors will have strong listening skills to interpret the stories and history of our visitors and those of their families.
What training is provided?
All ambassadors will receive the Anzac Memorial mandatory staff training, Anzac Memorial history and exhibition training. There will also be opportunities to participate in professional development through attendance to other cultural organisations and workshops.
How much time will I need to commit?
Ambassadors can volunteer any day of the week with a typical commitment to attend one day a week for a six-hour shift between the hours of 9.00 am and 5.00 pm. There will be scope for Ambassadors to negotiate less or more hours depending on your availability.
Is there anything else I should know about becoming an Ambassador?
All ambassadors are required to support the Anzac Memorial’s mission and purpose and adhere to the code of conduct, all policies, guidelines and procedures. We share the values of the NSW Department of Communities and Justice: Service, Trust, Accountability, Integrity and Respect. Our values guide us to achieve our mission and purpose.
Can you tell me more about the Anzac Memorial?
The Anzac Memorial is located in Hyde Park South and is the principal war memorial for NSW. It is supported by the Office for Veterans’ Affairs in the Department of Communities and Justice.
The Memorial is one of Australia’s finest and most distinctive Art Deco structures. It fuses the architecture of Bruce Dellit and the art of Rayner Hoff into a powerful symbol of courage, endurance and sacrifice, rendering acutely legible the very purpose of the building. The building is sited in a traditional gathering place for the Eora People and in Sydney’s oldest urban park.
The Anzac Memorial was dedicated in 1934 to commemorate the courage, endurance and sacrifice of New South Wales service men and women who served in The Great War 1914-1918
In 1984 the Memorial was rededicated to honour all Australians who have served in wars and peacekeeping missions.
In 2014, the NSW Government announced funding support for The Centenary Project. The project finally realised architect Charles Bruce Dellit’s original vision for two water features through the completion of his concept for a water cascade to the south. New spaces for the community to deliver enhanced education and interpretation spaces that enable the Anzac legacy, Australia’s military history and the service and sacrifice of our defence personnel and their families to be interpreted for generations to come.
The Memorial is open every day 9am and 5pm, except Christmas Day and Good Friday