we're part of the world's largest humanitarian organisation. Do you want to join our team?
You've seen the Red Cross emblem all over the world - used by those helping millions of individuals and communities through times of emergency, disaster and conflict without taking sides, remaining independent of cultural, political and religious affiliations, and ensuring those who need it most get the assistance they require.
New Zealand Red Cross, part of the world's largest and most well respected humanitarian organisation, is taking big bold steps towards the future. We're building our capacity with ambitious strategies, with a focus on our mission of improving the lives of vulnerable people. We're looking to appoint a number of key staff to enable us to optimise our full potential.
If you can see yourself as part of an organisation that operates locally but thinks globally, that embraces leading edge thinking and practice, that enjoys a well respected place in an iconic international organisation, and whose focus is on delivering what's required to those who need it most, here is your opportunity.
First Aid Instructor
As one of New Zealand's largest first aid training providers, New Zealand Red Cross regularly recruits First Aid Instructors. Casual, part time and full time positions are available across the country. At present we are actively recruiting for roles in:
- Christchurch - casual or part time
- Invercargill - casual or part time
However if you would like to work for us in another locality please don't hesitate to send your CV through so we can do an initial assessment on your suitability for the role and discuss upcoming opportunities. > more details
Event First AiderNew Zealand Red Cross maintains a pool of trained people able to provide first aid to members of the public at small and large-scale community events and sporting tournaments. The roles are casual roles. > more details on event emergency care services and applying for a role.
Voluntary Positions
Volunteers remain at the heart of New Zealand Red Cross. Without their vital support, community services, health and transport programmes, disaster support, fundraising and administration could not occur.
To find out more about volunteering with New Zealand Red Cross, click here.
Volunteer Drivers in Dunedin
New Zealand Red Cross is looking for responsible people with a clean driving record to assist in the delivery of our Community Transport programme which will be launched in Dunedin soon. For information or an application pack, phone 03 477 1527 or email richard.marlow@redcross.org.nz
Volunteer Event Assistant - Palmerston North
Are you looking for a project to develop some new skills? Do you have some free time during the week? If so, volunteering to help coordinate one of our biggest annual book fairs could be perfect for you. For more information contact New Zealand Red Cross programmes coordinator, Liam Richard-Howes on 06 356 8152 or Liam.Richard-Howes@redcross.org.nz
Volunteer Retail Assistant - Wellington
Do you love fashion? Are you looking for new retail skills? Do you have some free time during the week? If so, volunteering in one of our modern, recycled clothing shops could be perfect for you. Training is provided. For more information contact New Zealand Red Cross regional retail manager Renee Ramakers on 04 494 1313 or renee.ramakers@redcross.org.nz
Overseas - Working for the ICRC or the IFRC
Any New Zealander wanting to work internationally with Red Cross is required, as a first step, to complete the Delegate Training Course. This is a seven day long residential course, we run approximately annually. Most attendees on the course each year are training to be Humanitarian Aid Workers. Click here to find out more about the Delegate Training Course.
For current opportunities with the International Committee of the Red Cross (ICRC) or the International Federation of the Red Cross (IFRC) please click on the following links: Jobs with the ICRC, Jobs with the IFRC
Overseas Aid Worker
Approximately 20 - 30 humanitarian aid workers are deployed globally from New Zealand at any point in time. A trained pool of aid workers is maintained, with annual induction training courses. You can apply to become a New Zealand Red Cross humanitarian aid worker at any time. For more details on the annual course please click here.
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