4 - 12 Weeks | Swaziland or South Africa | Community Project
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DESTINATION(S): |
Swaziland or South Africa |
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DURATION: |
4 - 12 Weeks |
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INCLUDES: |
Airport transfers, accommodation, meals, orientation and support from local staff |
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START DATES: |
1st Monday of the Month (every month except December) |
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PERFECT FOR: |
Adventurers, students, gap year projects |
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RATES (FROM): |
Please contact us for a quote |
PROJECT OVERVIEW
The Kingdom of Swaziland has the world’s highest HIV/AIDS prevalence rate which has taken its toll on the population leaving many children orphaned or vulnerable.
It also has an unemployment rate of about 30% which rises to over 50% among the youth. These factors combine leading to approximately 63% of the population living below the poverty line. Social enterprise and small businesses are vital to help the economy and to bring income into families.
All Out Africa has a network of social enterprises / small businesses which it supports though placement of interns/interns and business mentors.
Many of these organisations employ women, who traditionally are more marginalized in the employment market, and are also members of local Fair Trade Organisations to help ensure good standards of working and pay for their employees.
Whether you are looking to gain experience to add to your CV, need to fulfil University requirements or just have experience to contribute, we like to make our internships as beneficial for each intern as possible. That’s why we want to know in advance if you have a special interests, expertise or goals to achieve whilst your completing your internship with us.
YOUR ROLE
An intern, although also not being paid, is different from a Gap-year volunteer as they are expected to bring some knowledge and/or experience in the area they are working in. There are fewer internship posts available so competition for these is higher. Interns will be working at a more career focused strategic level and developing local capacity to work effectively and with meaning, as well as gaining valuable hands-on, practical experience during their placement. Interns are also expected to take on more responsibility and to create their own goals and seek activities to be involved in or lead. They will also have a mentor assigned to them to guide them during the internship.
Upon arrival, our team will assist our interns with getting started, meeting their partners if they are off campus, and advising them on next steps. Our interns, then have the exibility to create their own schedule with their partners, and together create a plan of action of goals to achieve whilst working together. For this reason, it is important that the word “partner” remain key throughout the experience. Our interns have a world of expertise to offer, however all goals should be created together with the in-country partner so the outcomes are sustainable even after the intern returns home. We do not expect our interns to take on a job position, but rather take on the role of advisor; offering advice, suggestions and assistance in creating strategies that will make long term impacts.
The focus of the Business Development Project is to understand the role that business has in improving the wellbeing and economy of a population, particularly women and their children. Students will have the opportunity to see how businesses and people are contributing to the economy of a developing country and trying to reduce the impact of things such as poverty, poor education and gender inequality.
Interns may be partnered with a wide variety of entrepeneurs. Businesses may be small one-man operation just begining, or a large company with 30+ employees and exporting goods internationally. Placements are based on availability of businesses as well as the expertise/skills of the interns.
Some of the activities you may get involved in may include:
- Create marketing strategies and evaluate the impact
- Assist in creating policies and protocols in the workplace
- Assist with managing a small business, including nance, personal management and marketing
- Develop future planning for sustainable outcomes
- Assist with developing new products for increase in sales or exporting
* Please note that the activities listed above are based on availability and may vary by season. These are samples of activities that are interns are likely to participate in.
DAY IN THE LIFE OF A VOLUNTEER
07:00
07:30
08:00
12:30
14:00
Begin your afternoon’s work with a full stomach and enthusiasm.
16:00
Return back to your accommodation and share your day’s adventures with other volunteers, maybe even a quick swim in the sea!
18:00
Enjoy a delicious evening meal and relax!
Itinerary for your experience
Day 1
Day 2
Day 3
Day 4
After your first partner meeting, it will be up to you to plan your week! Find out which days are best to meet with your partner, and which are best for you to work in the office to do some planning or research. Sometimes it may also be helpful to do some field research in the area.
Weekends are free for you to relax or to see more of the scenery and activities!
Airport transfer is included and facilitated by All Out Africa if on the designated departure day.
RATES
Pricing Details
What's Included
- Comprehensive 24 hours, 7 days a week support from All Out Africa
- Volunteer projects specifically designed to enable you to make an active contribution during your stay
- All food and accommodation throughout your stay
What's Included
- Support of volunteer project coordinators who are experts in their fields which ensure the volunteer experience is valuable
- Comprehensive orientation to the country, its culture and your role as a volunteer, upon arrival
What's Excluded
- Flights
- Personal Expenses
- Travel Documents/Visas
- Personal Trips
- Daily Travel Costs to Your Project Placement
DATES & AVAILABILITY
This project starts on the first Monday of every month, except December.
GENERAL TOUR INFORMATION
What To Bring
- Mobile phone with roaming OR “unlocked”(Buy local network SIM on arrival)
- Sunglasses/Sun hat/Bandanna/Sun cream
- Insect repellent
- Day pack/rucksack for everyday
- Small torch (a head torch is preferable)
- Toiletries/ Hand sanitizer & wet wipes(You can easily buy toiletries on arrival in Swaziland & Cape Town)
- Personal first aid kit/ Painkillers
- Boots &/or sturdy trainers
- Flip flops/Sandals/Swimwear
- Fun &/or casual wear for the weekend!
- Light waterproof jacket
Accommodation
- During your stay you will be accommodated in an award winning Lidwala Lodge in Ezulwini Valley (Swaziland).
- Three meals a day will also be provided, some on a self-serve basis and others cooked for you.
- Hot showers
- Clean toilets.
FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS
Do I need experience to join this project?
How long is the work day?
This can vary but typically you will depart from your accommodation around 08:00am to arrive at your project and get started around 08:30. There is always a lunch break of at least one hour, and projects will resume in the afternoon with a finish time around 16:00. You'll have plenty of free time to relax and explore in the evenings and at weekends.
How many people will I be working alongside?
Each month we have a variety of volunteers join us from all over the world. In most cases you will be staying at a lodge with shared accommodation with perhaps 4-20+ other volunteers, however, these volunteers may be split amongst several different volunteer projects during the day. This is a great opportunity to meet and mix with volunteers who have different interests, but still get to have an intimate project experience!
What is the typical age of participants on the programme?
When/how should I book by flights?
Do I need any vaccinations?
Please check with your primary healthcare provider for the most current advice and let them know that you will be traveling to southern Africa. They may want to make sure all of your vaccinations are up to date and may have health recommendations for you. Essentially, it is up to you to seek current advice and decide whether you want to want to get vaccinated or take any malaria prophylaxis.
What about visas?
Visa requirements will depend on your nationality and it is your own responsibility to check whether or not you need a visa, so make sure you check on your local governments’ travel site for the most up to date information. However, many nationalities are able to obtain a 30-day tourist visa on entry at the border. If you are staying for longer periods our staff will help you with an extension in the country.
What about travel insurance?
It is your own responsibilty to obtain sufficient insurance cover for medical emergencies and other mishaps that could occur on your trip. It is strongly recommended that all volunteers have a valid travel insurance policy that will cover them for the duration of their stay.
Where does your project fees go?
By signing up with us you are donating your time and skills to work directly with communities in need through a structured project. There are many benefits of volunteering with an organization like ours. Sometimes it is hard to find projects to support in a foreign country that are safe, worthwhile and reputable. When you sign-up for one of our projects for 2 or 12-weeks, you become part of a bigger, sustainable plan that our team of qualified staff has carefully crafted. You will also receive travel and visa support, orientation, a safe place to stay, logistical support, in addition to clear expectations of the work you will do. This is why we charge a fee for volunteering or interning abroad.
Your project fee goes towards a company you can trust, an experience that is worthwhile and an opportunity that will make a positive and sustainable impact on the community you have chosen to serve.
BOOKING
Please complete our enquiry form and one of our team members will be in contact with you to start planning your African Adventure. Alternatively you can contact us directly via WhatsApp or Email with any questions you might have.
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Phone/WhatsApp:
+268 7865 4029 -
Email:
bookings@alloutafrica.com -
Office Details:
All Out Africa Projects, Lidwala Lodge,
Roki Centre, MR 103, Ezulwini, Eswatini -
Office Hours:
Mon - Fri: 8h00 - 17h00
Sat - Sun: CLOSED
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