Refugee Support Volunteer - Levin
Join our Refugee Support Volunteer Team in Levin!
Help former refugees settle and feel at home in Aotearoa New Zealand.
Role Description
If you want a rewarding experience where you can gain new skills, foster a positive and inclusive local community, and meet new people, join us as a refugee support volunteer.
Refugee support volunteers work in teams to support former refugees as they embark on their resettlement journey. Teams are decided upon volunteer availability. We also try to match people with complementary skills.
Your Tasks
You’ll be helping people navigate life in a new country, which might include:
- Setting up a home for a family or individual before they move in.
- Helping with grocery shopping and finding local markets.
- Connecting people with local services, community events and activities.
- Learning about another culture and sharing your own.
- Being friendly, welcoming and supportive.
Volunteer Requirements and Training
Training takes approximately 8 hours.
Training dates:
The next training will be 23rd July 10am-4pm.
For any additional information, please contact Rachel Tombs on 027 257 0535 or email [email protected]
Training location: Red Cross Service Centre, Queen Street, Levin
Apply Online on the Red Cross website
To apply go to our website and choose Get involved > Volunteer in New Zealand > Find a Volunteer Role > Refugee Support > Manawatu > Levin