Young humanitarians facilitator

Role description

Volunteer to be a Young Humanitarians Facilitator and help support rangatahi (young people) to take humanitarian action in their communities. Young Humanitarians | Karawhiua! creates spaces for young people to voice their concerns for humanitarian issues like climate change, nuclear war and inclusion, and be part of the solutions.

Facilitators help foster meaningful conversations between young people and activities that make a meaningful difference, from streamside planting to packing welcome packs for former refugees. Facilitators may be required to supervise young people under 18. You will report to our Area Support Team, who will guide you through your volunteering journey. 

Your tasks

• Delivering one or two educational workshops.
• Facilitating discussion and activities around humanitarian issues.
• Supporting rangatahi to connect content to action in their communities.
• Providing feedback after the programme is delivered. 

Volunteer requirements and training

We need friendly people who care about the role of rangatahi in humanitarian action, take initiative and have good communication skills. Experience in facilitation or education are always bonuses! Volunteering as a Young Humanitarians Facilitator is a great way to support young people in improving the lives of those around them. Shift timing is dependent on programme format and location, as workshops are scheduled with local partners.

Applying

When you apply, you’ll need to provide the details of two referees that we can contact. For example, they could be your employer, professor, friend, or someone who knows you well. 

Your referees can’t be related to you or part of your extended family, nor be your partner or spouse, nor live at the same address as you. 

Health, Safety and Wellbeing

As a volunteer with New Zealand Red Cross, you'll have access to our Employee Assistance Programme (EAP) if you need support with your wellbeing.

See our Health, Safety, and Wellbeing resources for volunteers.