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Microfinance Internships & Volunteering Program in Ghana
Microfinance Internships & Volunteering Program in Ghana
by: Our Generation Voluntary Organisation
Our Generation Voluntary Organisation offers Microfinance internships and volunteering opportunities in Ghana. Volunteers or interns will be placed in a unique position to assist with microfinance initiatives. These initiatives, typically implemented by the government and other institutions, are geared toward reducing urban and rural poverty. Volunteers and interns will participate by examining l...
Our Generation Voluntary Organisation offers Microfinance internships and volunteering opportunities in Ghana. Volunteers or interns will be placed in a unique position to assist with microfinance initiatives. These initiatives, typically implemented by the government and other institutions, are geared toward reducing urban and rural poverty. Volunteers and interns will participate by examining loan applications, filling out and balancing the daily ledger, leading exit interviews for individuals who are doing replaying, keeping track of beneficiary profiles and standing, as well as paying visits to beneficiaries in order to assess their progress and collect payments. For longer-term volunteers, they will be able to analyze reports in a more in-depth manner as they project long-term finan...
Program Highlights
Participate in a microfinance volunteering or internship opportunity in Ghana.
Work with local institutions, as well as the government and non-government organizations.
Receive hands-on experience.
Spend several months to a couple of years living and volunteering in Ghana.
Join other volunteers and interns on weekends and explore Ghana.
Quick Details
- Kumasi, Ghana
- 2-4 Weeks
- 5-8 Weeks
- 3-6 Months
- 1-2 Years
- 9-12 Weeks
- Business
- Community Development
- Microfinance
- Social Work
- American
- European
- Canadian
- Australian
- South African
Program Reviews
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Overall Rating
Total Reviews
What an experience!
by: Carola Niederhauser - SwitzerlandProgram: Microfinance Internships & Volunteering Program in GhanaIn the time that I spent in Ghana, I became a totally integrated member of the host family and of the community. But also in the office, my colleagues at work integrated my very well in their team, in their daily routine and all the work.
Microfinance volunteer placement
by: Julia Burlas - United StatesProgram: Microfinance Internships & Volunteering Program in GhanaOverall this was an amazing experience. My program placement organization completed different work than I was expecting initially coming over, but exposed me to the true microfinance industry within Ghana. The individuals that I worked with daily welcomed me with open arms and were there to teach me all they could every day. Definitely have learned a lot throughout my 3 weeks in Ghana. Frank was also a huge part in why I had such a good experience. He was consistently there to ensure I was adjus...
Program Details
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Locations
- Kumasi, Ghana
Types and Subjects
- Fields
- Business
- Finance
- Causes
- Business
Availability
Years Offered: Year Round
- 1 Year
- 1-2 Years
- 1-3 Months
Age Requirement
Age Requirement Varies
Guidelines
- American
- European
- Canadian
- Australian
Cost per week
Program Cost Includes
- Accommodation / Housing for Program Duration
- All Program Activity Costs
- Weekday Meals (Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner)
- Weekend Meals (Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner)
Accommodation Options
- Dormitory
- Group living
- Guest House
- Home-stays
Qualifications & Experience
Any/All Education Levels Accepted
Application Procedures
- Online Application
- Written Application
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