Description

We have just finished building two large classrooms for this well-established after school programme. The after school is free and open to all local children.

We are looking for volunteers to come and help develop and run our classes. There are lessons in basic literacy, numeracy and art, along with games and play. Teaching experience is welcome but not essential. Most lessons are at a very basic level so everyone has something to offer.

You would be working alongside other volunteers and supported by friendly local and international staff.

The after-school is situated in Belo, a very beautiful part of rural Cameroon, surrounded by rolling greens hills and quiet villages.

There are also opportunities to help out at the local deaf and blind school, or to assist with fieldwork staff who make home visits with the orphans or to teach in a local school.

The successful applicant is 21 years or older and has a commitment to helping people, be highly motivated and enthusiastic. A minimum stay of 3 months is required.

The working week is Monday to Saturday (44 hours) although you will be in control of your own timetable in conjunction with the local fieldworkers and the Orphan Project Supervisor.

Costs
This position is a volunteer position only that means there is no salary and the volunteer is responsible for living costs, transportation to Belo in Cameroon, insurance, vaccinations and other personal expenses.

Administration fee: depending on the length of stay (300 Euro for 1-4 months, 150 Euro for 5-11 months and 110 Euro for 12 months or longer)
Accommodation (incl. electricity): 30,000CFA monthly
Cleaning/washing clothes: 10,000CFA monthly (if required)
Cook: 25,000CFA monthly (if required)
Food: appr. 1000CFA daily (depending on own preferences)

Visa
In order to get your visa for Cameroon, you will require an invitation letter from us. We usually only issue these invitation letters, once you have booked your flight and we know the exact dates. Please note that you need a valid yellow fever vaccination in order to enter the Cameroon.

Pick-up and payment
Pick-up from the airport (in Douala or Yaounde) can be arranged. The costs for the BERUDEP staff who will pick you up from the airport is included in the above-mentioned administration fee. No fees have to be paid in advance, only upon arrival in the BERUDEP office.

Application process
For further information, please contact us.

Highlights

You will be working alongside other volunteers and supported by friendly local and international staff.

The after-school is situated in Belo, a very beautiful part of rural Cameroon. Minimum duration 1 month. No fees.

Qualifications

Teaching experience preferred but not essential.

Languages

• English

Cost in US$:

300

Program Fees Include:

see above

Salary/Pay

none

Experience Required

no

Volunteer Types

• Teaching
• Tutor
• Youth
• Youth Development

Age Range

21+

This Program is open to

American, Asian, Australian, Canadian, European, Kiwi, South African and Worldwide Participants. This Program is also open to Families, Couples and Individuals.

Typical Living Arrangements

• Apartment/Flat
• Group living
• Home-stays
• Independent living

Participants Travel

Independently

Typically Participants Work

Independently or in Groups of can vary depending on other volunteers at the time

Application Process Involves

• Online Application plus Application Assessment
• Written Application

Typically The Application Process Time is

1 week

Afri-Link's Mission Statement

Afri-link is a Scottish charity which aids and supports African NGO's with a focus on medical aid, social welfare, education, environmental protection and conservation.

Year Founded

2008