Requirements Essential  Demonstrated high level of English communication skills, including strong proficiency in writing and proof reading.  Accuracy and high attention to detail.  Demonstrated computer skills including Microsoft Office.  Demonstrated administration skills.  Demonstrated initiative and problem-solving skills.  Ability to work independently without direct supervision.  Able to work in office.  Commitment to Baptist World Aid Australia/Transform Aid International’s Vision, Mission and Mandate Desirable  Experience with working with databases or Customer Relationship Management systems.  Understanding of Christian principles in development.

Continuous Improvement and Best Practice As a volunteer of Baptist World Aid Australia/Transform Aid International, which has a core value of being “committed to excellence and quality by being a creative and learning organisation”, you will be able to participate in any continuous improvement exercises and seek best practice in fulfilling your role. You will be required to become familiar with and follow Baptist World Aid Australia/Transform Aid International’s policies and procedures for volunteers. You will also have the opportunity to contribute to the ongoing development and improvement of Baptist World Aid Australia/Transform Aid International’s policies and practices.

Insurance As a Baptist World Aid Australia/Transform Aid International volunteer, you will be covered by our Public Liability and Personal Accident – Volunteer insurances whilst volunteering in the North Ryde office.

If you have volunteer tasks that are completed at home, you will be covered by our Public Liability and Personal Accident – Volunteer insurance whilst completing the tasks specifically listed on your Volunteer Activity Statement. You will be covered while volunteering from your home office space, as outlined in your Volunteering from Home document. It is your responsibility to ensure that you have a safe working environment as outlined in your Volunteering from Home document. Please note, you will not be covered while completing everyday activities such as making a cup of tea, making lunch etc…

Training  Initial training will be provided by your supervisor, as well as ongoing training and support where needed.

Feedback  Ongoing support and feedback will be provided by staff and is available as needed. We aim to give you regular feedback and encouragement on your work. We encourage you to provide regular feedback about your volunteer to your supervisor or the HR & Volunteer Coordinator.

Resources  You will complete a Volunteering from Home Document. Resources required include: Desk, chair, computer, keyboard, mouse, Windows 10, up to date anti-virus software and internet access

Volunteer Support  Training – initial and ongoing  Ongoing informal support and feedback as needed  Fellow volunteers  Employees  Baptist World Aid Australia/Transform Aid International Chaplains  Regular communication by way of Microsoft Teams Work Health and Safety and Equal Employment Opportunity It is your responsibility to take reasonable care for the health and safety of all people within the workplace and for all people who may be affected by your acts or omissions. You shall also cooperate in implementing Work Health and Safety legislation and standards. You are also accountable and responsible for complying with all Baptist World Aid Australia/Transform Aid International policies and procedures designed to eliminate discrimination in the workplace.

Safeguarding Organisation (including Child Safe and PSEAH) Baptist World Aid Australia/Transform Aid International is a safeguarding organisation and all employees/volunteers are required to complete our Safeguarding training, including training on Child Safe and Prevention of Sexual Exploitation, Abuse and Harassment (PSEAH).

All employees/volunteers are required to provide authorisation for a National Police Check and are required to gain a NSW Working with Children Check (or the equivalent if residing in a different state).

Compliance: It is your responsibility to ensure compliance with TAI policies and procedures, legislation, as well as requirements of relevant regulatory bodies, including ACFID and DFAT.