About Oxfam Ireland
Oxfam is a global movement of people who won’t live with the injustice of poverty. Volunteers play a vital role in our work. We have many exciting opportunities for people who want to make a difference and help us achieve our goals.
Oxfam shops play a significant part in raising vital funds for our work around the world. From your local shop and community you can make a significant contribution to the lives of people in greatest need.
What's Involved
Oxfam Ireland have exciting opportunities to get involved in VOLUNTEERING in the biggest fashion events of 2019, FASHION RELIEF.
Be part of the action and VOLUNTEER; join us for a shift, join us for a day or join us for the weekend.
In its first year FASHION RELIEF 2018 hosted at the RDS, Dublin was a huge success. Powered by over 150 volunteers, raising a whooping €60,000 for people in extreme poverty.
This year Oxfam are going event bigger by running Fashion Relief in 3 cities adding Cork and Galway to the line-up in 2019.
The events offer the public the unique opportunity to bag a bargain from the wardrobe of Ireland’s style icons or get your hands on designer and high street must haves all in aid of a good cause.
There will be catwalk shows during the day, showcasing coveted designer items, with lots more exciting announcements to come.
FASHION RELIEF 2019, Cork will be hosted in Cork City Hall on Sunday 17th February.
So don’t wait register today and help change lives for the better:
Saturday 16th February– In preparation for the event, we are seeking volunteers to assist with set-up–a great opportunity to get a sneak peak of what will be on offer to purchase the following day and reserve your FREE TICKET to the event.
Sunday 17th February – Be part of the action at the event itself by crewing one of our many exciting fashion stalls selling celebrity-owned fashions and high-end pieces, help keep the stalls stock and keep the show running.
Shift options:
Saturday 16th Feb 2019 - Event Set-up Volunteer -13:00-17:00
Sunday 17th Feb 2019 - Event Day Volunteer
-10:00-17:00
-10:00-13:00
-1300:-17:00
Sunday 17th Feb 2019- Event Tear-down Team
-16:00-19:00
What's required for this position
Friendly, willing to work as part of a team, interest in fashion or events
- Event management/ Fundraising
- Personable Skills
- Retail/ Customer Service
Level of English required for this role:
Intermediate English
Times and commitment required for this role
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Minimum time commitment: Once Off
Hours required: 3hrs Once off
Other Details
Location of volunteering opportunity:
Cork City Hall, Anglesea St, Centre, Cork, Ireland
Screening details for this role:
- References
- Application Form
- Identification Check (photo ID etc…)
Volunteers will be provided with the following supports:
- Support/ advice/ recognition
- Supervision
- Initial induction and training
- Insurance cover
Volunteers with the following challenges will be supported in this role
- Physical Disability
- Sensory Disability
- Learning Disability
- Mental Health Difficulties
Age restrictions:
Over 18
Is this opportunity suitable for groups/teams of volunteers?
Yes
