London 2012 - Games Makers
The following information has recently released by LOCOG (London Organising Committee of the Olympic & Paralympic Games).
The Official 2012 Games Maker programme launched on 27 July 2010, seeking applications for the speciality sports volunteering roles. GBWBA would like to make sure all of our members aware of the volunteering process for London 2012 as soon as possible, as once the application process is closed, no more applications will be accepted.
Further details of how to apply are below, please ensure you read the information thoroughly before sending in your Expression of Interest.
Why volunteer?
The main benefit of volunteering is the chance to play an integral role in one of the most exciting events ever seen in the UK. The Games will provide a unique and inspirational setting for volunteers to gain experience and develop their skills.
Note that:
- London 2012 will provide volunteers with free meals during their shifts.
- Each volunteer will be given an official uniform to wear and will have the opportunity to keep their uniform as a souvenir of their experience and contribution to the Games.
- Volunteer travel arrangements are still being planned. Details of these will follow shortly.
- Accommodation will not be provided.
Key criteria
- LOCOG aims to recruit volunteers who will bring passion, enthusiasm and energy to the Games, and who meet the following key criteria:
- Be 18 years old by 1 January 2012.
- Be available to volunteer for a minimum of 10 days at either, or both, of the Games.
- Be eligible to volunteer in the UK according to UK immigration laws. In other words:
- Have the right to live and work permanently in the UK; or
- Hold a valid passport or identity card from any country in the European Economic Area; or
- Be in the UK or coming to the UK to work in accordance with the UK Points Based System; or
- Be in the UK for another reason with a permission to remain in the UK that allows you to work as a volunteer; or
- Be providing specialist sports specific skills at the Games or have extensive previous Games experience and can meet the requirements for a sports visitor visa.
- Have the right to live and work permanently in the UK; or
- Be able to attend a minimum of three training sessions prior to the Games.
- Agree to, and pass, certain security and background checks.
- Applicants for specialist sport volunteer roles must additionally be available for the Basketball Test Event, 16 to 21 August 2011.
How to apply
To assist LOCOG with its recruitment, we are seeking Expressions of Interest. Please fill in the Expression of Interest form and send it to j.richards@gbwba.org.uk or the GBWBA office address below.
GBWBA
SportPark
3 Oakwood Drive
Loughborough
LE11 3QF
Applications will be assessed weekly, and if you are successful, GBWBA will issue you with further details and a code to say that you have been recommended by GBWBA.
Every applicant will be expected to go through the full LOCOG recruitment process, which will include completing an application form and attending selection and training events.
Please note that people wishing to apply for other specialist roles such as media and National Technical Officials (table officials and statisticians) need not apply through this method.
Visit www.london2012.com/volunteering for more information on the Games-time Volunteer Programme, and details of other ways to volunteer in your local community now.