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It's in the Bag (IITB) Campaign - Volunteers

Share the Dignity

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Join us and help make Christmas brighter for women and girls waking up in a domestic violence refuge or a homeless shelter!!

Every year, Share the Dignity, run the "It’s in the Bag" Campaign, which is one of Australia’s most loved Christmas appeals, where everyday Australians are encouraged to put together Adult, Teen or Mum and Bub bags which is then collected, sorted, logged, bagged & delivered as donations to charity partners. "It's in the Bag" Campaign is held annually during Christmas time, to support those in need with bags filled with essential items.

IT'S IN THE BAG VOLUNTEERS:

During November, Volunteer Sheroes and Heroes participate in our #ItsInTheBag campaign by collecting, sorting, logging and delivering donations collected at registered collection points across Australia. Key responsibilities during this time include:

  • Signing up for shifts to collect donated products.
  • Checking donation box is set up (if registered for set up shifts)
  • Collecting donations from assigned Bunnings stores
  • Checking, sorting and logging donations received, ensuring each bag contains all the necessities, for their category.
  • Signing up and/or liaising with other Sheroes/Heroes to deliver donations to charity partners.
  • Liaising a mutually convenient time to deliver donations to charity partner(s) or where appropriate, to deliver to the transit shed.
  • Checking donation boxes are shut down and packed away or disposed of (if registered for a shutdown shift)

Other official ad-hoc volunteer opportunities may arise and are advertised in local Workplace Groups where Sheroes/Heroes can express their interest to participate

ADDITIONAL REQUIREMENTS:

  • Access to a mobile device or computer is essential.
  • Logging into Workplace for updates and information.
  • Logging into any IT program that may be directed as part of the Share the Dignity volunteer program.
  • Promoting the work of Share the Dignity e.g., liking and sharing social media posts, identifying local businesses who may wish to register as a registered collection point etc.
  • Following Share the Dignity policies and procedures.
  • Following all directions from Volunteer Team Leaders, Volunteer Leads or the Shero Support Team (Share the Dignity employees).
  • Volunteers hand deliver donations for our charity partners.

This is a great opportunity for those looking to assist the community. For those working towards improving their chances of employment or returning to the workforce, this role will showcase your work skills and will look great on your resume/CV.

Apply today!