Physiotherapist Trainer (Sports Rehabilitation)

We’re looking for a Physiotherapist Trainer who can live and volunteer for 1 month in Palau.

• This assignment seeks to support Palau to offer the highest standard of care for atheletes attending the upcoming Mini Pacific Games.
• To be considered for this role, you’ll need a Bachelor of Science Degree in Physical Therapy (preferred) and at least 5 years experience ideally in sports rehabilitation.
• As a volunteer, you will be building the capacity of local staff in assessment and treatment of sports injuries to including development of relevant injury prevention, management and appropriate rehabilitation programs.

About the Partner Organisation 

The Palau Medical Commission, based in Koror Palau, typically operates under the Palau National Olympic Committee and oversees medical support, anti-doping policies, and athlete health and safety during national, regional and international competitions.

As host country for the Pacific Mini Games 2025, Palau is expecting over 2,500 athletes from 24 Oceania countries, competing across 14 sports. To ensure their safety and wellbeing, all first responders (health care providers and support staff) should be equipped with basic skills to provide immediate care commonly encountered during large sports events. Preparation and training in sports medicine practices with a focus on injury prevention, athlete recovery, and overall medical coverage will be essential.

The volunteer would share their knowledge, skills, and expertise with the local physiotherapist, rehab technicians, physicians, and other healthcare professionals as well as coaches, team managers, and support staff on sport injury prevention, management and treatment.

About the Australian Volunteers Program  

The Australian Volunteers Program is an Australian government-funded initiative. We support partner organisations across the Pacific, Asia, and Africa to achieve locally led change.  

Volunteers are supported throughout their volunteer journey. We actively support and encourage people of all backgrounds and abilities to volunteer and aim to make the program as accessible and inclusive as possible. If you have accessibility requirements, please contact us to discuss how we can support you to volunteer with us - inclusion@australianvolunteers.com. Learn more about our commitment to inclusion.