Job Description

Calling students with a passion for the humanitarian sector and a heart to serve the vulnerable in Singapore and beyond!An internship with the Singapore Red Cross will provide you with a unique learning experience in the humanitarian aid sector, and give you a hands-on, in-depth perspective on how non-profit organisations operate behind the scenes.We believe in developing people to their fullest potential and enhancing their strengths. As an intern with SRC, you will be surrounded by people who are invested in your growth and learning experience, and just as passionate about uplifting the vulnerable in our community. Expect to be challenged, enriched, and encouraged to pursue a career with social good in mind.JOB PURPOSEOverview of SRC Meals with Love (MwL) programme and Infant Pack (IP) programme.SRC Meals with Love Programme (MwL) is a temporary, stop-gap measure to alleviate identified families\xe2\x80\x99 financial burdens through the disbursement of grocery vouchers while the family works with their social worker to develop a long-term care plan.SRC Infant Pack Programme (IP) aims to help families with young infants to defray costs through providing assistance in the form of milk powder and diapers. The Infant pack Programme complements our existing Meals with Love programme, offering additional support for families with infants.PRINCIPAL ACCOUNTABILITIESSupport in the preparation and distribution of Meals with Love vouchers, food packs and our Infant Pack programme.Assist in volunteer recruitment and managementAssist and handle administrative tasksConduct research to support the planning and expansion for Meals with Love and Infant Pack programmeAddress beneficiaries\xe2\x80\x99 inquiries and cultivate positive relationships with themSupport other programmes if neededJOB SPECIFICATIONLearning Objectives:1.1 Develop an understanding of the social service landscape and the varied challenges faced by low-income families1.2 Develop volunteer management skills which includes the recruiting, coordinating, and managing of volunteers1.3 Understand operations management process involving the logistics, administrative processes and disbursement of financial aid and food packs.Expectations:2.1 Ability to prioritise work responsibilities/multitask, organise own work schedule2.2 Think on the feet, make decisions and carry out responsibilities without the need for direct supervision2.3 Communicate, negotiate, and engage professionally and confidently with people from all walks of life2.4 Manage, grow, and utilise a team of volunteers from diverse backgrounds and with different interests/skillsets2.5 Strong verbal and written communication skills, including the ability to tailor key messages and adopt different approaches for different audiences2.6 Able to deliver a high level of customer service skills and a keen eye for detail2.7 Exhibits maturity, sincerity, and passion to work with donors, community partners, volunteers, as well as families, children and seniors who are facing challenges2.8 Able to work on weeknights and weekends when requiredAdditional skills and knowledgeDemonstrated interest in the non-profit/social service sectorFamiliarity with the social service landscapeExperience in project or event management will be advantageousFamiliarity with software such as MS Office and Google AppsCandidate(s) with a history of relevant voluntary/internship experience will have an added advantageApplication InstructionsPlease apply for this position by email your resume to
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