• LowExperience2368
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    Applying for a volunteer position and they need two referees that they’ll contact and ask them to write a character reference. I’m kind of scared to ask my manager because she’s busy and also a colleague because of the off-chance that they’ll turn on me. But I should just ask.

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      Is the organisation also offering a background check on their own reliability and honesty?

      I doubt it, I would look them up myself first, too many dodgy people out there taking advantage.

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        References for volunteers are needed if they’re complying with Victorian child safety standards. It’s annoying but there’s a reason for it.

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      Lining up references is the worst. I hate asking, and yet I’ve frequently been a reference for others and I’m always happy to do it. Happy to help if you get stuck.