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BLR WORLD// Team GB House and ParalympicsGB House Volunteer
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Role Title: T eam GB House and ParalympicsGB House Volunteer Reporting to : Team GB and ParalympicsGB House House Volunteer Manager Dates / Days / Hours Volunteers are required to work in a flexible manner to accommodate the nature of the role and the environment. Shifts will be 8-hours long between 07:00 – 23:00 on a rotating basis. Volunteers should be able to commit for a minimum of 5 days (ideally 10) throughout the Games period and will receive a minimum of one rest day after five days on duty. Games & Volunteer periods are as follows / Période des jeux: Olympics: 21 July – 11 August / Olympiques: 21 juillet - 11 Août Paralympics: 26 August – 10 September / Paralympiques: 26 Août - 10 Septembre Role Purpose Team GB is the British and Northern Irish Olympic team – one of the nation’s most successful teams and one of its favourite brands. Run by the British Olympic Association (BOA). Volunteers will support a range of operations at the Team GB House. Volunteers will likely interact with a wide array people both before and during the Games. Examples include BOA/BPA staff, Sport Team Leaders and Athletes, VIP guests, venue staff and volunteers from other sites. Key Activities Bump in pre Games: Assisting with venue set up, including building and moving furniture, unpacking equipment, installing branding and decoration, cleaning Assisting with translation and communication when required Helping to resolve issues and ensuring the venue is ready. During the Games: Welcoming visitors to the venue and directing them appropriately, Assisting with tasks at the front desk / help point, such as checking tickets, distributing accreditation passes and checking IDs, Assisting with movement of equipment and distribution of gifts Escorting VIP guests around the venue, making them feel welcome Assisting with event delivery and maintenance of lounges and hospitality areas, keeping them tidy and safe, and reporting any damaged furniture or spillages Assisting with arrivals and departures Translating into both English and French to support with daily operations, Replenishing hydration and snack areas, Cleaning / hygiene control Supporting with providing or researching local information such as shops and services and answering queries from friends and families of the athletes, Assisting guests and athletes with planned movements. Bump out post Games: Assisting with closing down of the venue, including moving furniture, packing up equipment and taking down branding, Assisting with translation and communication with contacts when needed. Person Specification Candidates applying for the Volunteer role should be able to demonstrate: Good English language skills (and the majority of volunteers will also need to be able to translate verbally from/to French), Positive attitude and willingness to support where required, Ability to work as part of a team as well as on an individual basis, Good interpersonal and organisation skills, Ability to multi-task, be innovative and flexible, Good attention to detail including the ability to report on / record progress of tasks as required, Effective time management skills. The following skills would also be an advantage: General familiarity of the Paris area and local public transport Understanding of Microsoft Word, PowerPoint and Excel Other Due to its engagement with the team this role may require a Disclosure and Barred Services (DBS) check. All Team members are required to sign the Team Members Agreement. Volunteers should be based in Paris during the Game Time and have their own accommodation in Paris. Simply Brilliant People Powered by JazzHR
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BLR World
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May 3 on The Resumator
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