Description

Major Objective: KSI commits most of its time and resources to the rural areas of Kenya. One focus of KSI is the region of Wongonyi, in the Coast Province of southern Kenya. Nestled high in the Arc Cloud Mountains of Taita, Wongonyi is a major source of water for the lowlands, which is home to the famous Tsavo National Park. Blessed with fertile land and fresh spring water, the Wongonyi communities have centered their lives around an agrarian life-style for centuries; however, in recent time, issues with climate change and the lack of modern farming techniques have significantly impacted the livelihood of the local environment and the farmers' wellbeing. Modern and ecological farming practices are of high demand and necessity in Wongonyi, in order to conserve the dwindling environment and to create food security for the communities. Moreover, we aim to find volunteers who can assist in the development of agri-business, so that the community members can begin living from their harvests, instead of detrimental practices such as logging.

Responsibilities: The volunteer will be responsible for assisting rural farmers in achieving higher capacity and productivity from their farming activities. This will include the development and training of new farming techniques, technical implementations (such as foot operated water pumps, etc.), and any other aspect that will improve your farmer(s)' crop. Moreover, you will have the opportunity to assist in demonstration farms, whereby we hold regular trainings for farmers to replicate.

Highlights

The benefit of this placement will be established by the observation of how simple knowledge transfer can have a positive impact on developing communities.

Qualifications

The volunteer needs to have experience in modern farming practices and be ready to work with the community. The volunteer must have an open and positive attitude, so that the communities' needs are taken in and their full potential developed.

Languages

• English

Cost in US$:

USD 650 per month

Cost Includes:

• Food
• Housing
• In-country orientation/Training
• In-country staff support
• Registration fees
• Written materials pre-departure

Program Fees Include:

- Application fee
- Application processing
- Volunteer information packet
- Volunteer orientation
- Airport pickup and drop off
- Accommodation in Nairobi
- Host family stay at your respective locations
- Home cooked traditional meals during your stay
- Local support at your volunteer locations
- Liaison to personal travels (I.e. Safari, Malindi, Mombasa and Beach, Mt. Kilimanjaro, Nature Reserves, Giraffe Sanctuary, etc)

Experience Required

no

Volunteer Types

• Agriculture
• Economic Development
• Environment

Age Range

18-65

This Program is open to

Worldwide Participants.

Typical Living Arrangements

• Dormitory
• Group living
• Home-stays

Participants Travel

Independently or in Groups

Typically Participants Work

Independently or in Groups of 4

Application Process Involves

• Online Application plus Application Assessment
• Resume
• Written Application

Typically The Application Process Time is

1-2 weeks

Post Services Include

• Exit Debriefing Abroad

Kosmos Solutions International's Mission Statement

We are a people business and a product of a life-long desire to assist individuals in need. Our mission is to educate and empower impoverished individuals, by equipping them with the knowledge, understanding, skills, and tools necessary to develop a sustainable future. Through various educational and humanitarian initiatives, the KSI team has been addressing the important issues that hinder the prospects for sustainability and development in the disadvantaged regions of the world. With a unique blend of environmentally friendly, educationally based, and community directed projects, KSI is providing opportunities for people whose alternative circumstances have been weakened by the unfortunate struggles surrounding them. It is KSI's belief that through education and empowerment, sustainable opportunities can be provided for healthy community growth.

Year Founded

2009