Country: El Salvador, Honduras, Malawi, Nicaragua, Zimbabwe
Closing date: 30 Apr 2016
Are you looking to build some great skills for your CV and gain community development experience overseas? Volunteer in a team alongside grassroots organisations in Malawi, Honduras, El Salvador, Nicaragua or Zimbabwe.
If you're over 23 and have what it takes to lead a team, we are looking for Group Leaders who can help manage projects and motivate others!!
International Citizen Service (ICS) is a programme funded by the UK Department for International Development that brings together young adults aged 18-25 from all backgrounds, skills and abilities to fight poverty overseas. You will gain new skills and experience valued by employers while making a real difference to people’s lives.
You’ll develop skills such as team work, media and events planning and monitoring and evaluation. You’ll also increase your confidence and gain unique experience for your CV.
You will…
• Volunteer/ Lead a team of UK and local volunteers alongside local organisations.
• Support your team in their different roles, including language/interpreter, media roles and community roles.
• Make a difference and help communities improve their lives through sustainable community development projects that cater to their specific needs.
• Inspire social action on global issues back in the UK.
The basics…
• We offer placementsin Central America (El Salvador, Honduras and Nicaragua) and Africa (Zimbabwe and Malawi).
• You’ll volunteer for 1 or 2 cycles (12-24 weeks) overseas and become an active citizen once you are back in the UK. You’ll get lots of training and support before you go.
• Flights, accommodation, insurance, food and pocket money will be provided free of charge.
Apply by October 16th to depart in January 2016 !!
How to apply:
Visit www.Progressio.org.uk for more information,