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About the New Zealand Red Cross
The New Zealand Red Cross is a National Society member of the International Federation of Red Cross and Red Crescent Societies (IFRC), the world's largest humanitarian organisation. The New Zealand organisation has over 8,000 members and staff who contribute to the Red Cross’s mission of improving the lives of vulnerable people by mobilising the power of humanity and increasing community resilience. More information can be found at www.redcross.org.nz.
We welcome and encourage diversity in our workforce and adhere to best practice principles of equal employment opportunity in all aspects of our recruitment and ways of working. We’re committed to diversity and inclusion and have an active Takatāpui and Rainbow Network, Rōpū Hāpai Māori, and Green Team.
First Aid Instructor - Auckland
Permanent - Part Time (20 hours/week).
In this role, we are looking for someone who has the capacity to:
- Teach the public first aid. Instil in people calm, confidence and competence.
- Build people’s capability so they can cope with real medical emergencies when they happen.
- Have fun sharing knowledge with people using Red Cross’s nationally recognised First Aid programme.
- Enjoy interacting with classrooms of people and receiving the positive feedback that comes from people as they learn new, life-saving skills.
We encourage you to apply for this role if you have (at least some of) these competencies:
- The confidence to interact with a cross-section of the public.
- Availability for some weekend and evening work when required.
- Excellent communication skills, the ability to work unsupervised.
- Full clean NZ Driver’s License.
- A background in Emergency Care Services or related Health field and/or experience in a Teaching Environment.
Benefits you can expect:
- Ongoing support will be provided, including professional development opportunities.
- Being part of a passionate team of colleagues focused on supporting our humanitarian mission.
- Enjoy working for a well-respected humanitarian organisation.
- Learn Pre-hospital Emergency Care skills.
All applications MUST be submitted online which requires uploading the below details
- A recent copy of CV/Resume
- Cover Letter
- Passport
- Right to Work ( If Not NZ Citizen)
You must have the right to live and work in New Zealand to be considered for this job, Applications close at 05:00 Pm on 24 July 2023.
If you wish to discuss this opportunity or for further information, please contact Carol Gardiner at carol.gardiner@redcross.org.nz
Note: We reserve the right to close applications before the closing date, so please register your interest early.
