Standard Chartered Singapore Marathon 2004

4 DEC 2005 UTC+0800 to Race Day

Information for Volunteers

Without the overwhelming and fantastic support of 700 volunteers in 2003, the race wouldn't have been the runaway success it was and an instant hit with all runners and supporters.

If you are not taking part in the race this year and would like to support the running community (who may also include your friends & family) or simply want to be part of a great international sporting event and catch all the thrills and spills first-hand, here's your chance to do so!

We need volunteers in a range of positions during Race Day on Sunday, 5 December as well as support staff at the 3-day Marathon Expo and Roadshows.

All volunteers must be at least 13 years old and above (as at 1 Jan 2004) and must attend compulsory briefing(s) prior to the event. You will also receive a set of New Balance apparel, meals and drinks on the event day(s), a Volunteer’s Handbook and a Certificate of Appreciation in recognition of your efforts. Please note that the organisers will vet all applications and reserve the right to reject any applications.

If you are friendly, outgoing, helpful and enjoy sports or being in the outdoors, we want you!

So, come onboard and celebrate International Volunteer Day on Sunday, 5 December 2004 with us and make it a meaningful contribution. See you soon!

To be a Volunteer at the Standard Chartered Singapore Marathon 2004, click here!

Sector Manager

Job Description

	OIC of overall operations and ensure proper setup of the entire sector (incl. drinks stations, barricades, tapes, cones, branding, other physical infrastructure etc). Also be aware of where CISCO officers (if any) are stationed within the respective sector.
	OIC of all Route Marshals.
	Key liaison between Sector Leader/Route Marshals and Organising Committee.
	Undertake regular communication with Sector Leader/Route Marshals, other ground staff and the Organising Committee to ensure all operations are as planned and under control.
	Collect necessary equipment & welfare for respective sector on Race Day (i.e. Walkie-talkies, red flags, vests, ponchos, breakfast, drinks etc).
	Be aware of where the nearest First aid Stations in your respective sector are, in the event of casualty or runners requiring medical assistance.
	When sector has officially stood down, ensure all Sector Leader/Route Marshals are transported back to the Padang for return of equipment and collection of token reimbursement & Certificate of Appreciation.

Time commitment

Mon, 15 Nov	Briefing	7pm to 9pm
Sat, 27 Nov	Briefing	3pm to 4pm
Sun, 05 Dec	Race Day	3am to 3pm

Sector Leader

Job Description

	Assist the Sector Manager in discharging his/her overall duties effectively on Race Day.
	Record the attendance of all Route Marshals on morning of Race Day.
	OIC to ensure proper deployment of all Route Marshals.
	Be aware of where the nearest First aid Stations in your respective sector are, in the event of casualty or runners requiring medical assistance.
	Issue feedback form to all Route Marshals upon the completion of their duties and assist in the collection of the completed forms.

Time commitment

Mon, 15 Nov	Briefing	7pm to 9pm
Sat, 27 Nov	Briefing	3pm to 4pm
Sun, 05 Dec	Race Day	3am to 3pm

Route Marshal

Job Description

	Provide general direction of the run to the runners when stationed along the various race routes.
	Ensure that the runners are running on a safe and unimpeded course. (i.e. ensure that there is no intrusion of public vehicles and/or pedestrian traffic except for authorised race vehicles & personnel allowed on the course.)
	Be alert for runners requiring medical assistance during the course of their run and guide these individuals to a safe area away from the race proceedings before medical aid arrives.
	As frontline staff, Route Marshals are also encouraged to support, cheer and spur the runners on during their run.

Time commitment

	Sat, 27 Nov	Briefing	3pm to 4pm
	Sun, 05 Dec	Race Day	3am to 3pm

Drinks Station Staff

Job Description

	Ensure there is adequate drinks at appointed water station and continuously refill drinks whenever necessary.
	Hand out drinks to the runners in a safe and professional manner so as to minimise disruption to their race (e.g. prior removal of seals and bottle caps).
	Ensure area around the water station is free of used cups/bottles and undertake to clear as much used cups/bottles away from the race course as possible.
	As frontline staff, Drinks Station Staff are also encouraged to support, cheer and spur the runners on during their run.

Time commitment

	Sat, 27 Nov	Briefing	4pm to 5pm
	Sun, 05 Dec	Race Day	4am to 3pm

Baggage Crew

Job Description

	Assist in the smooth, orderly deposit and return of runners' personal belongings before and after their races respectively.
	Ensure that runners' personal belongings are correctly tagged and kept safe & secure during the entire period of deposit.
	As frontline staff, Baggage Crew are also expected to provide friendly customer service to all runners and render assistance whenever possible.

Time commitment

	Sat, 27 Nov	Briefing	5pm to 6pm
	Sun, 05 Dec	Race Day	5am to 3pm

Marathon Expo Staff

Job Description

	Provide manpower support to ensure the smooth operations of the 3-day Marathon Expo, scheduled to be held from 2 to 4 December 2004 at the Official Hotel.
	Possible duties include manning the helpdesk/reception, distribution of entry packs, general crowd control and ushering etc.
	Marathon Expo Staff are also required to assist in the packing of 10,000 entry packs prior to the Marathon Expo.
	As frontline staff, Marathon Expo Staff are also expected to provide friendly customer service to all runners, project a professional image and render assistance whenever possible.

Time commitment

Sat, 27 Nov	Briefing	6pm to 7pm
Mon & Tue, 29 & 30 Nov	Packing of Entry Packs	10am to 5pm
Thu & Fri, 02 & 03 Dec	Expo Day	11am to 9pm
Sat, 04 Dec	Expo Day	10am to 5pm

Roadshow Staff

Job Description

	Support the Organising Team and provide general manpower support to ensure the smooth operations of the roadshows.
	Possible duties include manning the roadshow booth, attending to public enquiries on the event and accepting registrations onsite.
	As frontline staff, Roadshow Staff are also expected to provide friendly customer service to the public, project a professional image and render assistance whenever possible.

Time commitment

1st Roadshow - Women's Day Out	Sat, 22 May	12pm to 7pm	Ngee Ann City Civic Plaza
2nd Roadshow - TNP Big Walk	Sun, 23 May	7am to 12pm	National Stadium Shore Garden
3rd Roadshow - Beyond Streetwise Run	Sun, 4 Jul	12pm to 8pm	East Coast Park
4th Roadshow cum Event Launch	Thu, 15 Jul	7am to 7pm	Raffles Place
5th Roadshow	Sun, 1 Aug	7am to 7pm	East Coast Park Carpark B1
6th Roadshow - National Healthy Lifestyle Campaign	Sun, 5 Sep	8am to 5pm	Sentosa Tanjong Beach
7th Roadshow	Fri, 17 Sep	8am to 7pm	Raffles Place
8th Roadshow - Terry Fox Run	Sun, 19 Sep	8am to 12pm	Sentosa
9th Roadshow - Sheares Bridge Run	Sun, 26 Sep	7am to 12pm	The Padang
10th Roadshow - 2nd Link Bridge Run	Sun, 10 Oct	7am to 12pm	Tuas 2nd Link
11th Roadshow	Sun, 31 Oct	7am to 7pm	MacRitchie

Admin Staff

Job Description

	Support Volunteers’ Administration Programme.
	Possible duties include handling volunteer reimbursement etc.
	As frontline staff, Admin Staff are also expected to provide friendly customer service to all volunteers, project a professional image and render assistance whenever possible.

Time commitment

	Once or twice a week (depending on volume of paperwork)
	Preferably to be able to commit for at least 4 hours each time during office hours.

* Please note that indication of preferred volunteer activity does not guarantee a secure placement within the category. As much as possible, all volunteers will be matched according to their preferences.