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Work in India or Kenya next summer - Team Leaders & Volunteers needed

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  • 06-11-2008 2:04pm
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    suas
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    TEACH. COACH. LEARN

    Looking for Volunteers

    The staff and children of our Partner Organisations in India and Kenya are looking for 8 teams of 12 volunteers to work with them next summer.

    The Suas Volunteer Programme provides an opportunity to volunteer in a community-based education project for ten weeks, while learning about different cultures. It offers the possibility to develop personal and professional skills, to work in a team, and to learn about the challenges and opportunities of Development in our interconnected world.

    What does the programme involve?

    Training and Preparation (Feb - June): Including three preparation weekends (teaching skills, language, project management, Health & Safety), and full support while you fundraise the participation fee (an experienced fundraising mentor per team, materials, resources, training and more..)

    Overseas Work Placement     (June – Aug): a 10 week placement working for one of our Partner Schools in India or Kenya. Volunteers work primarily as teaching assistants but also engage in various other activities including research, curriculum development, & IT support. The Programme also involves a unique opportunity to learn about Development through on-going NGO visits and a week of in-country workshops facilitated by the UN.

    Return and Closeout (Aug - Oct): A debriefing weekend in October gives Volunteer teams a chance to talk about their experience, to celebrate their achievements, and to look forwards and ask what’s next?

    Application Deadline – Thursday 4th December


    For more information and to Apply Online please visit: www.suas.ie


    Looking for Leaders

    The Suas Volunteer Programme is currently recruiting a team of 12 Coordinators to lead our 8 Volunteer teams for the 2009 Summer Programme. This role provides a unique opportunity to gain valuable management and leadership experience, by leading a team and working in partnership with dynamic organisations in India and Kenya.

    A high level of commitment is required for the role. Working closely with the Volunteer Programme team in Dublin; Coordinators will support and coach volunteer teams through the pre-departure preparation and overseas work placement. They will act as the liaison between the Dublin office, volunteers, and the Partner Schools; and play an integral role in co-designing and delivering the placement.

    This position will involve training and practical experience in the following areas: leadership & team building, project cycle management, crisis management, facilitation, and Development theory & practice.

    Apply for a Coordinator position by Friday 21st November

    For more Information – visit: www.suas.ie

    Suas is a registered and secular charity (CHY 14931)


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