Description

Volunteer at an Orphanage in Tanzania - Volunteers in the orphanage program work in different orphanages and street children projects in and around the region of Moshi. Due to the widespread disease of HIV/ AIDS, many children have become homeless in Tanzania and other African countries. The extended families of these children are forced to send the children to the orphanages.

As a volunteer your main role would be to work alongside the existing staff to care for the children in orphanages. The work in a children's home involves feeding, dressing and keeping the children active within the homes. Volunteers will also help the children in their homework and play games with them to engage them in play ful activities. You can also assist in the office of the orphanage if you think you can contribute to make them more organized and run in a more efficient manner. Volunteers normally teach the kids, play with them, prepare their daily records, get involved in preparing their dishes, help in washing their clothes and some administrative work also.

In a typical project placement, there are around 50- 60 children in the age group of 4-15 years. Volunteers work for 5-6 hrs in a day for 5 days in a week.

Highlights

Project Location
Volunteer Projects are located in and around the city of Moshi in the Kilimanjaro region. Moshi is situated on the lower slopes of Mt Kilimanjaro. The area is very popular among the tourists especially those climbing Mt. Kili. Moshi is home to the Chagga and Masaai tribes.

Qualifications

Volunteers must be 17 years or older at the beginning of the program. Volunteers need to have an open mind and flexible attitude for working in a new and different environment. The volunteer should bring energy and enthusiasm to make a difference.

Minimum Education

High School

Languages

• English

Cost in US$:

Starting at 270

Cost Includes:

• Food
• Housing
• In-country orientation/Training
• In-country staff support
• Language instruction
• Medical insurance
• Registration fees

Program Fees Include:

What are you Paying For?
* 24 hrs Assistance and support from VS Staff
* Comprehensive Pre- Departure Information
* Airport Pickup
* Orientation
* Food
* Accommodation
* Travel & Medical Insurance

What's not Included?
* Airfare
* Visa and Work Permit fee for Tanzania
* Airport drop, airport taxes
* Local Transportation
* Any personal expenses

Experience Required

no

Volunteer Types

• Childcare/children
• Orphans

Age Range

16-60

This Program is open to

Worldwide Participants. This Program is also open to Families, Couples and Individuals.

Typical Living Arrangements

• Group living
• Home-stays

Participants Travel

Independently or in Groups

Typically Participants Work

Independently or in Groups

Application Process Involves

• Online Application plus Application Assessment
• Resume

Typically The Application Process Time is

2-8 weeks

Volunteering Solutions's Mission Statement

Our Mission is to provide Meaningful and fully researched volunteer programs abroad. Benefit local communities by providing volunteer support. To strengthen the travel experience by providing cross cultural experiences to our volunteers. Use the funds and develop the communities and people we work with.

Year Founded

2006