Description

This Children's Village is a private, charitable, social development organisation. It is politically and denominationally independent, and is an affiliated member of the largest private welfare organization for children in the world. Over 200 000 children benefit from the various residential, educational and developmental programmes operating in 135 countries.
They take action for orphaned and abandoned children by building and strengthening families for them to live in and grow with love, security and respect.

In a village, eight to ten children are cared for in small family-type homes and are raised like brothers and sisters. The Village opened its doors to orphaned children in 1994, and was honoured to be officially opened in 1996 by former President Nelson and is home to 141 children. Because of it being set up at the time of South Africa's new democracy, it was the first Village that was able to take in mothers and children of different races to live together under one roof. Up to eight children share a loving and secure home. The Village also has a community-based Family Strengthening Programme which supports families in need.

Responsibilities:
Interns and volunteers will be assigned to a house working alongside a house mother. You will assist the children in their daily lives and help coordinate their daily welfare and activities. This can include helping the children with their morning schedule if they are not at school, doing after school activities with them, and serving as a mentor and guide to the children in their daily lives. As a social work student you will also be able to assist with tasks according to your study requirements to fulfill your internship as a Social work student.

According to your interests, you might will also be able to assist with the Family Strengthening Programme.

Interning or volunteering with this organization will give you an amazing insight into the lives of orphaned and abandoned children and residential, educational and developmental programmes that they are exposed to.
The staff look forward to welcoming you to their family environment and will go out of their way to ensure your experience in South Africa is enriching.

Highlights

-Interning in one of the most beautiful cities in the world
-We take care of all the necessary paperwork with your host company, organisation or institution
-We assist you with the visa formalities, insurance and flight bookings.
-We organize an accommodation for you that suits your needs and budget.
-We welcome you at the airport, take you to your accommodation and show you around.
-On arrival you'll get an information folder about Cape Town including important phone numbers, tips and details
plus a discount card for several backpackers, bars, restaurants and car hire.
-You will receive a local SIM-card for your cell phone from us.
-We accompany you on your fist day of work and give you a friendly introduction to your new colleagues.
-We assist you with renting or purchasing a car.
-You will receive our weekly Newsletter.
-We organise weekly meetings and affordable and exciting monthly weekend trips for all 'Magisters' and friends of Magister
-If you are interested in travelling we can get you large discounts with well known local tour operators.
-We are always available for you before, during, and after your stay.

Qualifications

-A background in Social Work, Youth Development, Education or simply the desire to make a difference in a childs life.
-Previous experience working with children preferred either on a work or personal level
-Enjoy team work and would like to make a significant contribution to the organization
-Good English
-Able to interact well with individuals from different cultures

Intern Types

Languages

• English

Cost in US$:

600

Experience Required

no

Volunteer Types

This Program is open to

American, Asian, Australian, Canadian, European and Kiwi Participants.

Typical Living Arrangements

• Apartment/Flat
• Dormitory
• Group living
• Guest House
• Home-stays
• Independent living

Participants Travel

Independently

Typically Participants Work

Independently

Application Process Involves

• In-Person Interview when Feasible
• Letters of Reference
• Online Application plus Application Assessment
• Resume
• Written Application

Typically The Application Process Time is

4 weeks

Post Services Include

• Alumni Network
• Exit Debriefing Abroad
• Job and Internship Network
• Re-Entry Debriefing at Home

Magister Student Placement Organisation's Mission Statement

As one of the most established and well known intern and volunteer organizations in Cape Town, Magister's main objective is geared towards the matching and placing of qualified International students and volunteers with dynamic Cape Town based companies and organizations. Magister also caters for the needs of backpacker tourists and newly qualified entrants to the labor market. With our wide network of contacts and range of skills we strive to ensure that your experience abroad remains an unforgettable one. While strengthening foreign ties between South Africa and other countries, Magister offers great value to their students and invests in their personal development and education as well as their careers. By liaising regularly with the students and providing professional advice and individualized services, we aim to ensure the easy set-up, smooth running and successful conclusion of ventures. We encourage the students to get to know one another and establish relationships that will support them throughout their stay in South Africa.

Year Founded

2000