Three ways to be involved

1. BUILD, MAINTAIN, TEACH and TRAIN

Join a team traveling to one of our projects, soak up the culture, and be blessed by the joy radiating from the people you are serving. Each Volunteer Trip contains capacity building opportunities to engage in, such as:

• construction, maintenance and agriculture
• education, health and hygiene programs
• staff professional development
• cultural exchange and English language teaching

Whatever age you are, there is a place for you on a Volunteer Trip.

Please visit the country of your choice for further information.

Three ways to be involved

2. AMBASSADOR

Being an ambassador is all about being passionate about the work that we do, and sharing that passion.

Ambassadors can contribute by:

• Promoting the work of Projects of Promise to others
• Arranging opportunities for Projects of Promise guest speakers to present at your church, club group or workplace
• Creating fundraising events
• Encouraging others to sponsor a child or support a project
• Leading service projects
• Assisting to man a booth at a camp meeting or event
• Contributing your skills and knowledge by volunteering on our Management Committee
• Contributing other specialist skills such as database management, project development, and reporting

Ambassadors are trained as required, and provided with relevant promotional and display materials.

If you are 16 years and over and are a sponsor/supporter with a desire to increase your impact for good, you can spread the great news! Projects of Promise is making a positive difference in the lives of children, families and communities. If you are interested in chatting about being an ambassador, please send us a message.

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Three ways to be involved

3. INTERNSHIPS

Are you an enthusiastic school leaver, university or college student, or just someone looking to broaden your skills and change your life by making a difference in the world?  You will get a real insight into what happens behind the scenes of a hands-on charity working in a developing country.  Candidates must have a positive attitude and excellent writing and verbal communication skills.

Internships are based in-country, at one of our projects. If you have a passion for travel, helping others and working in the volunteer sector; are a self-starter, with good communication skills and an ability to work with others, this is the internship for you!

Internships can last from 4 weeks to a full year. We recommend at least 12 weeks, which allows you to fully immerse yourself in local life as well as the project.  During this period you will work for 5 days a week, 8 hours a day allowing you time to sight-see in your spare time. Sightseeing is at your own cost. However we can provide assistance with different sightseeing options and packages.

The internship is a voluntary position and you will be asked to provide a contribution of $200 per week to cover your costs.

WHAT’S INCLUDED

• Two-way airport transfers
• Accommodation at our recommended venues
• Transport to and from your accommodation and your working project location
• One meal a day at our work site
• Orientation and welcome package including a local SIM card
• Project orientation
• Safe drinking water whilst participating in projects
• 24/7 emergency contact number
• Assistance with booking sightseeing

WHAT’S NOT INCLUDED

• Flights in and out of the nearest airport
• Visa
• Travel insurance
• Sightseeing
• Current working with children police check & police clearance

POTENTIAL JOB DUTIES

• Assisting with daily operations
• Working side by side with staff and educating where needed
• Event planning and management
• Team management
• Social media
• Movie making
• Making flyers, advertising materials and other relevant documents
• Maintaining accurate documentation and keeping files maintained
• Farm operations
• Field work
• Research

DESIRED SKILLS

• Strong written and verbal communication skills
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office, including Word and Excel
• Social media skills and movie making an advantage but not essential
• Ability to communicate effectively and professionally at all times
• Ability to work on own with limited need for direction
• Ability to effectively manage deadlines and multiple priorities
• Ability to perform general office management functions
• Ability to work in a team environment
• Patience while working with those that speak English as a second language
• Ability to work in a sometimes stressful environment

BENEFITS

• Tailored to your needs
• Personal growth
• A unique experience
• Future opportunities and references
• Develop communication and time management skills
• Develop management and conflict solving skills
• Have a great topic to discuss during future interviews

NOTES

• Applicant must be at least 18 years of age
• Prospective candidates will be expected to complete an application registration form and an online or face to face interview

If you are interested in an internship, please submit an inquiry below.

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