The Cancer Society of New Zealand provides community leadership and advocacy in cancer control, with core services in health promotion, support, information, resources and research. They are dedicated to reducing the incidence of cancer and ensuring the best cancer care for everyone in New Zealand. Their mission is to improve community wellbeing by reducing the incidence and impact of cancer.
As a CanShop Retail Assistant you will be:
- Assisting in the day-to-day functioning of the CanShop retail store
- Assisting and serve customers, providing a high level of customer service
- Sorting and display donated goods
- Keeping the shop clean and tidy
- Handling cash and using EFTPOS
- Maintaining professional integrity at all times, with a positive attitude
- Complying with the relevant policies and procedures of the Cancer Society while on duty
Training and skills:
- Full Customer Service cash-handling and eftpos training provided by staff
Benefits of Volunteering:
- As a CanShop Retail Assistant you'll be the public face of Cancer Society while assisting with their fundraising
- Feel good in knowing that all funds raised help reduce the impact and incidence of cancer in the community
Requirements
- Reliable, punctual, friendly and approachable
- Full training provided so previous retail experience advantageous but not necessary
- Have a flair for retail
- Ability to work comfortably with people of all social, religious and cultural backgrounds
- Computer literacy
- Neat and tidy appearance
A Ministry of Justice background check is required for this role.
Time commitment
- By negotiation, usually x1 four hour shift per week
- Ideally 12 months minimum commitment (contact to discuss)
(Shop Hours are 10-4 Mon-Fri and 11-3 Saturday)
Getting started
The first step is to express your interest by filling out the form below.
We will then put you in touch directly with the organisation for more information on the role and how to proceed.
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