Ongoing role 12 month commitmentMonthly meetings (face to face or teleconference)Project work and events outside of meetings2-3 hrs per weekAges 16 - 29 years
Why choose to volunteer with Red Cross?
You can help improve lives and create a positive impact in your communityIt’s an opportunity to enhance your skills & knowledge & gain new experiencesYou’ll be helping Red Cross to support vulnerable people across Australia
The program
The Youth Advisory Committee (YAC) is a governance committee of the Australian Red Cross that supports the organisation through the planning and delivery of youth related campaigns and events in their state. The YAC is responsible for advising the State Board and senior staff, designing and delivering youth engagement and mobilisation initiatives, and promoting the work of Australian Red Cross.
The opportunity
Interest/experience in coordinating projects and/or eventsHighly developed communication and interpersonal skills and confident presenting to a broad range of stakeholdersMarketing and social media skills (desirable)Experience working with community based organisations (desirable)Experience working with diverse people, including culturally and linguistically diverse peopleAt ease working independently or as part of a diverse and geographically dispersed team to share the workloadOrganisational skills including the ability to prioritise tasks and manage commitmentsKnowledge of and interest in the work of Australian Red CrossStrong commitment to taking humanitarian action and voluntary service
The impact
Lead the design and implementation of YAC projects, events and initiatives (i.e. Youth Week) as agreed at Planning Days and YAC meetingsProvide regular progress updates and reports to the YAC Chair or project leadRepresent the YAC on other Red Cross committees where appointedAttend and assist with Red Cross events as required (AGM, World Red Cross Day, ANZAC Day, Member Forums etc.)Research youth-related topics and documents and provide written reports to senior staffProvide advice and support to University Clubs, Clubs and Branches as neededCollaborate with YACs in other States/ Territories.Work with the state Board and advocate for participation, recognition and support for young people in all relevant activities of Red CrossProvide advice from a youth perspective for Red Cross programs and business functions, particularly those involving young people
Application Requirements
For this role you will be required to undertake a National Police Check, which will be organised by Red Cross. You will need to be a member of Australian Red Cross and you can join as a member here: redcross.org.au/membership/To submit this application, you will need to submit a recent copy of your CV.The role will also require you to hold or apply for a Working With Children Check or Working With Vulnerable People Check (depending on your State/Territory). Red Cross can assist you to apply for this check
Further information
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Red Cross strives to create a safe and inclusive culture with wellbeing at its centre. We embrace diversity and welcome Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people, and people with diverse lived experiences, abilities, genders, ethnicities, ages, and sexual orientations. We are a child safe organisation with zero tolerance of any harm to children. Our vision is to be trusted as the leading humanitarian organisation making a genuine difference in the lives of people and communities.