Job Description

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. The British Red Cross is a volunteer-led humanitarian organisation that helps people in crisis, whoever and wherever they are. We enable vulnerable people at home and overseas to prepare for and respond to emergencies in their own communities. And when the crisis is over, we help people recover and move on with their lives. The expected start date for the placement will be July 2025 and the placement will run for 6 weeks, daytimes 10am to 4pm Monday to Friday. The placement will be hybrid in location, from the volunteer's home and the British Red Cross office in Moorgate, London (EC2Y 9AL). About the role: Up and down the country, groups of passionate students are running British Red Cross on Campus supporter groups, acting as fundraisers, advocates and taking part in our calls to action. We have groups in sixth form colleges, further education establishments, youth organisations and universities. You can set up your own group and make a real difference, gain valuable skills and get recognised for your volunteering. We are looking for someone to support the development of our resources and calls to action. Typical placements tasks may include: - Researching other charities On Campus offers - Reviewing our packs and resources for setting up and running a group - Reviewing and creating new calls to action - Coming up with a year plan for On Campus You need to have good interpersonal, diplomacy, communication and teamwork skills although full training can be given for any technical requirements. We keep the beneficiary at the heart of what we do, working to understand their needs and the difference we make. Also someone who has: - Good research skills - Good written communication skills Bursary Scheme The British Red Cross offers a bursary scheme to those placement volunteers from low-income households. Eligibility will be determined through a separate application process open to all short-listed candidates. All British Red Cross volunteers are entitled to out-of-pocket reasonable expenses. For this scheme we are defining low-income households as: Inside London: Living with family or partner 25,000 or under. Living independently 22.500 or under Outside London: Living with family or partner 18,500 or under. Living independently 16,500 or under Young People and this role Our placement volunteer opportunities are open to people at different stages of their career, aged 15 or above. Whether you're student, a recent graduate or someone with more experience looking for a career change, we would be happy to hear from you. Anyone can volunteer with the Red Cross from the age of 15. An individual risk assessment, parental consent and safeguarding considerations will be required for those aged 15 - 17. The nature of the activities specific to your intern opportunity may mean that you need to be 18 years or older. Diversity We welcome applications from people of different backgrounds, experience and circumstances. We seek to ensure that our organisation and our services are relevant and accessible to all, with equality, diversity and fairness at the core of what we do. We invite applications from individuals regardless of their gender, race, ethnicity, nationality, disability, age, sexual orientation, religion or political belief and are committed to promoting fair participation and equality of opportunity for all of our applicants. The British Red Cross is committed to being inclusive, with a diverse workforce. We encourage applications from people from the widest possible diversity of backgrounds, cultures and experiences - including disabled and ethnic minority candidates. We value fresh perspectives and insights gained by involving and welcoming people from the widest possible diversity of background, culture and experience. This is to contribute to the breadth of experience we need to respond to people in crisis.

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 dynamic and inclusive team


A great opportunity to use your skills or 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