Social Cohesion Student Placement - NT

• short-term 
• 500 hrs 
• Weekdays 3-5 days per week

Why Choose to volunteer with Red Cross?

• You can help improve lives and create a positive impact in your community
• It’s an opportunity to enhance your skills & knowledge & gain new experiences
• You’ll be helping Red Cross to support vulnerable people across Australia

The program 

Social Cohesion Student Placement assists with administration and research tasks by providing support to the Senior Officer - Participation & Inclusion to undertake research activities related to Migration Support Programs. 

The opportunity

The program provides an opportunity to students who is passionate about women empowerment, capacity building and self-learning. You will get an opportunity to learn about different cultures, meet new people and experience their culture. The role will: 

• Assist in the design and development research projects including focus groups. 
• Support the Social Cohesion Project Officer during planning, trainings, events and presentations     

The impact 

These programs have engaged women in community initiatives such as a very successful fashion show in Darwin, food exhibitions in Darwin, Alice Springs and Katherine and other activities identified and led by the group is a testament to Red Cross’ commitment to support and empower communities.  

Application requirements

For this role you will be required to undertake a National Police Check, which will be organised through Red Cross.

To submit this an application you will be need to upload a recent copy of your CV and/or provide details for two professional references.  

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 

To find out more about this opportunity please contact Sarani Muthunayake 0420 900 953 or via email smuthunayake@redcross.org.au.   

Thank you for considering volunteering at Red Cross. We also have great career opportunities, please visit our website https://www.redcross.org.au/careers/