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Lead, guide and represent our organisation and support our work in our seven areas
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Volunteering Eligibility

To volunteer with New Zealand Red Cross, you must:

  • Be currently based in New Zealand
  • Remain in New Zealand for the duration of your volunteering role
  • Have the legal right to volunteer in New Zealand

If you're planning to relocate to New Zealand, we encourage you to apply once you've settled here.

Volunteer application for:
Area councillor

Waikato - Hamilton - Central

  • Step - 1 Screening questions
  • Step - 2 Personal details
  • Step - 3 Background and consent

Emergency contact details

Medical and behavioural history

Please note this information may be provided to our vetting panel who make decisions about volunteer eligibility.

Find out more about our background checks.

Medical history

Do you currently have, or have you in the last five years, suffered from any medical, physical or mental conditions that could affect your ability to carry out Red Cross duties?

Behavioural history

Have you been found guilty of a criminal offence in the last seven years, or are you currently awaiting proceedings for any criminal offences?

Referee checks

Referee 1

Referee 2

Consent

I agree to be enrolled as a member of the New Zealand Red Cross for the duration of my voluntary service.

I understand and agree to adhere to the Fundamental Principles of the Red Cross and Red Crescent Movement – humanity, impartiality, neutrality, independence, voluntary service, unity, and universality. 

I agree to follow the New Zealand Red Cross Constitution and Regulations, comply with our Code of Conduct, and follow our policy on using Red Cross emblems.

I agree to comply with the Child Protection Statement of Commitment.

I have read the Privacy Statement.

I agree to receive information from time to time about the work of New Zealand Red Cross including how to donate. I understand I can unsubscribe at any time.
Min age
18 years
Training
4 - 8 hours of training
Vetting
  • Ministry of Justice - criminal record check
Requirements
  • Two referees for character checks
  • CV and cover letter
If you have questions about this role:
Contact us
0800 Red Cross (0800 733 27677)