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Australian Red CrossPosted 1 month ago

ACT Division Council - Division Councillor Elected Member

On-siteAustralian Capital Territory, Australia or Garran, Australian Capital Territory, Australia

Full TimeLarge

Job Summary

Lead the Division Council to promote Australian Red Cross activities, recruit members, and support fundraising within the Division. Act as a communication channel between the Board, management, and local volunteers, while establishing and regulating Branches, Regions, and Zones. Attend Division Council meetings, participate in committees, and travel as required to support local initiatives. Represent the Division on the National Council and liaise with the Director-State/Territory. Maintain positive organizational culture by upholding Fundamental Principles of the International Red Cross Red Crescent Movement and adhering to the Code of Conduct. Serve as a non-remunerated volunteer with a flexible schedule within the respective Division.

Required Qualifications

  • Be a member of Australian Red Cross within the Division
  • Have been a member of Australian Red Cross for at least six months
  • Be at least 18 years of age
  • Hold, or be able to obtain, an acceptable National Criminal History Check
  • Hold, or be able to obtain, a Working with Children/Vulnerable People Check in the Division
  • Not be employed by Australian Red Cross or Australian Red Cross Lifeblood (including within 12 months of appointment or election)
  • Undertake Australian Red Cross' volunteer induction and other ongoing learning and development opportunities (as required by Australian Red Cross)
  • Always act in accordance with the Australian Red Cross' Code of Conduct, Child Safety and Wellbeing Policy and our Child Safe Code of Conduct
  • Comply with the Australian Red Cross' Workplace Health and Safety management system

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