Humanitarian Settlement Program Volunteer - Canberra & Wollongong

• Commitment: Ongoing role
• Availability: Weekdays (Monday - Friday); please list your times and days of availability on the application form.
• Location: Canberra and Woolongong

Why Choose to volunteer with Red Cross?

• Make a Difference: Contribute to enhancing lives and creating a positive impact within your community.
• Skill Development: Gain new experiences, improve your skills, and expand your knowledge base.
• Support Vulnerable Communities: Aid Red Cross in supporting vulnerable people across Australia.

The Program 

The Humanitarian Settlement Program (HSP) assists newly arrived refugees in settling into their new environment by offering practical support and guidance. HSP volunteers help clients adjust to a new country and community by providing essential support during the initial settlement period. Volunteers work in tandem with Red Cross caseworkers and Community Navigators to build confidence, self-sufficiency, and community connections for refugees.

The Opportunity 

HSP volunteers are friendly, accepting, and flexible individuals, who are motivated to support the learning and comfortable settlement of newly arrived refugees. All the areas within the program are supported by the Red Cross caseworkers and Community Navigator.

Red Cross will ensure you have training, ongoing support and access to other opportunities within the world’s largest humanitarian network.  

The Impact 

HSP volunteers are a vital connection between refugees and their new communities. As part of the Humanitarian Settlement Program, you will contribute to creating a friendly and inclusive environment that will help refugees feel welcome. Your impact will be tangible, and you will see your contribution making a different to someone’s life.

You will have the opportunity to learn from many people’s diverse history and knowledge, as well as feeling the satisfaction of giving back to others.  

Application requirements

• National Police Check: Required for this role and organized through Red Cross.
• Professional References: Provide details for two professional references.
• Working with Children Check / Working with Vulnerable People Check: Depending on your State/Territory, you may need this check. Red Cross can assist with your application.

Further information 

For more details, please contact Shahab Mahmood via email at smahmood@redcross.org.au

Thank you for considering a volunteer opportunity with Red Cross. We also offer exciting career opportunities—please visit our website at www.redcross.org.au/careers for more information.