Placement Volunteers at the British Red Cross are highly valued for the skills and energy they bring. We aim to provide our placement volunteers with an insight into the daily workings of the world’s largest humanitarian organisation. They will have access to relevant in-house training and development opportunities during their placement with possible ad hoc opportunities to get involved in other areas of activity. Our volunteers will help make a great contribution to the work of the British Red Cross and will be responsible for achieving specific agreed objectives within one of our various departments. The expected start date for the placement is 1 April 2027 and the placement will run for 3 months, across 3 days each week. The placement location will be the British Red Cross shop in Ystradgynlais. We are seeking someone with great organisational skills to manage this fundraising event to a very high standard. You will be able to source a venue, models, hair and make-up, a compare, refreshments and the clothes to show from within our shop donations. You will need to ensure that the event is publicised and sufficient ticket sales made to bring in the anticipated funds. You will need to be able to work within the policies of the British Red Cross to ensure the event is safe and compliant. You will co-ordinate the event from behind the scenes on the day, ensuring its smooth running and successful delivery. Supported by the Shop Manager, Assistant Shop Manager and the team of volunteers, the project will be yours to manage from start to finish. Once the show is over, you will evaluate its success and share your work with the team for us to use in the future, if successful. You will need to have / be: - Excellent organisational skills. - Good record keeping. - Project management experience. - An eye for fashion/putting an outfit together. - Good communicator. - Proactive and unflappable. - High standards. - Ability to work within a very limited budget. - Use of spreadsheets. - Analysis skills. - Ability to co-ordinate an event and to concurrently manage all aspects of it. - Working to deadlines. Diversity is something we celebrate. We want you to be able to bring your authentic self to the Red Cross and feel that you belong. We want to create an inclusive environment, and promote and spread the power of kindness. As part of creating an inclusive space we have an expenses policy that prioritises volunteers not being out of pocket for expenses linked to your role. If up front costs are difficult, you can speak to your volunteering manager about this to find alternatives. We welcome refugees, asylum seekers and others currently in the UK to volunteer with us. We want volunteering to be accessible to everyone. **Health and Safety Statement** We take an individual approach to ensuring your safety. We may ask you to complete a simple risk assessment and will also have a conversation with you to discuss and identify any adjustments you may need. *Unfortunately, we can’t accept applications from 15 – 17-year-olds for this role. Please get in touch and we can support you to find another role in your area.*
Why we want you: We need volunteers to help us ‘behind the scenes’. It’s up to you how you choose to help. You could be undertaking some admin tasks, offering your specialist knowledge or supporting in another way. Whatever you do, you will be getting involved in a great cause.
Tasks: General admin tasks
Other tasks as required by the team
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Skills: Good communication
Flexible and willing to help the team with a range of tasks
Reliable, organised and able to work independently
Good IT skills
Benefits: Meet new people and be part of a supportive and inclusive team
A great opportunity to develop your existing skills and gain new ones
All training and induction for the role (there is no charge for training)
Reasonable pre-agreed travel expenses for the role including for attending training
An opportunity to be part of the world’s largest humanitarian organisation and the knowledge that you are making a difference to people’s lives
