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Clothing drive volunteer

Serve behind the scenes
Help collect and handle donations at collection sites during the annual clothing drive.
Clothing Drive volunteer
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Role description

We're holding an annual clothing drive on Saturday 19 October. Help support this drive by being part of a team, receiving donations of clothing at our collection points.

These donations are processed and sent to our Red Cross Shops. Funds raised through this drive go to supporting communities where the need is greatest in Aotearoa New Zealand and overseas.

Your tasks 

Your volunteer role will include: 

  • Directing traffic (high-vis vests are provided).
  • Receiving donations at collection sites.
  • Handling, loading and storing incoming donations.
  • Weighing and record-keeping.
  • Assisting the driver with loading and unloading of donated goods (travel in the truck).

Location

There are 11 collection sites to choose from:

  • six in Auckland
  • two in Christchurch, and
  • three in Wellington.

Use the drop down menu to see sites closest to you.

Volunteer requirements and training 

You'll need to be physically fit to undertake this role, as tasks involve standing or moving for long periods of time. Bring water, a hat for sun protection, appropriate clothing for outside work and wear flat, comfortable closed-in shoes. Refreshments will be provided.

You’ll receive on-the-job training and we will provide you with support in this role. Any hours spent volunteering with us can contribute to the Voluntary Service section of the Duke of Edinburgh's Hilary Award. Volunteering as a Clothing Drive volunteer is a great way to support our teams to improve the lives of vulnerable people.

Health, Safety and Wellbeing (HSW)

  • Make sure your actions (or lack of actions) don’t harm your health, safety and wellbeing, or harm anyone else
  • Take part in a HSW induction, training, programmes and activities
  • Follow all instructions given to you about health, safety and wellbeing
  • Follow all NZRC HSW policies, standards and procedures about health, safety and wellbeing
  • Make sure you have the right training for any activities you are doing
  • Use personal protective equipment (PPE) for any work activities that may need it to stay safe
  • If you spot a hazard, or you are involved in an incident or near miss, report this straight away
  • Take care with manual handling of donations
Commitment required
Short-term
Shift duration
4 hours
Min age
All ages with a parent or guardian present
Training
Less than 1 hour
Vetting
  • ID verification
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If you have questions about this role:
Contact us
0800 Red Cross (0800 733 27677)

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