Description

You will be based in Santa Marta, Colombia's oldest city (founded in 1525), nestled between the stunning Sienna Nevada de Santa Marta mountains and the Caribbean Sea. Placements are available for both short and long-term volunteers to help provide services (education, psychological assistance, recreation), supplies (food, clothing, items for school and home), and information on nutrition, education, and childcare to families in the area's poorest neighborhoods.

Your contribution to the foundation will largely depend on your interests, skills, time commitment, and ability to speak Spanish. Volunteers are able to help with administration, fundraising, and publicity and/or teach classes and offer counseling to children. This is a very flexible placement and you will be free to make your own work schedule and time frame. This is a great opportunity to become part of a true grassroots organization in South America while enjoying all Colombia's Caribbean coast has to offer.

Highlights

Colombia is the only Latin America country to boast coastlines on both the Pacific Ocean and the Caribbean, and as the country's safety record has greatly improved after years of civil conflict it is welcoming more tourists - and volunteers looking to make a difference - than ever before.

This project in Colombia's stunning Northern region will place you with a small grassroots foundation committed to supporting disadvantaged children and families in the area. Foreign and local volunteers are greatly needed to help provide services and assist with the day-to-day administration of this dynamic organization.

Qualifications

* Min age 18 - Max age 80
* Minimum 2 weeks commitment (20+ hours a week)
* Enthusiasm and interest to work in teaching and community development
* Conversational English / Spanish
* Full travel & medical insurance
* Necessary vaccinations
* Necessary flights & visas

Intern Types

Languages

• Spanish

Cost in US$:

There is no project fee

Program Fees Include:

50 USD one-off Project Fee + 249 GBP Placement Fee

Experience Required

no

Volunteer Types

Age Range

Min age 18 - Max age 80

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
• Dormitory
• Group living
• Guest House
• Home-stays
• Independent living
• Other

Participants Travel

Independently or in Groups

Typically Participants Work

Independently or in Groups of 2 +

Application Process Involves

• Online Application plus Application Assessment
• Resume

Typically The Application Process Time is

1-3 days

Global Nomadic Ltd's Mission Statement

Global Nomadic hosts a variety of projects and internships around the world, specially chosen for their ability to enhance career prospects in unique and diverse areas. We seek to specialise in serious placements, catering for those looking to get a foot in the door to the career they aspire to. We put you directly in touch with the project provider, offering a complete and ethical service.

Year Founded

2009