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Volunteer in Zimbabwe - Zimbabwe Medical Project
Volunteer opportunity
Volunteer opportunity posted by: GoEco - Volunteer Abroad
Posted on: December 30, 2012
Volunteer Opportunity description
Volunteer at a medical clinic in Gweru the heart of majestic Zimbabwe!
The majority of Gweru's population does not have access to private healthcare facilities so most are totally dependent on the poorly staffed and serviced local clinics. Volunteer and provide life saving support to a severely understaffed facility. No prior medical experience needed!
Volunteer Work and Contribution:
Volunteers will be involved in the following tasks:
- Gaining basic medical experience in local clinics through interaction with nurses and local staff
- Playing a role in HIV/AIDS education and awareness
- Getting involved in tasks such as baby weighing, taking blood pressure and body temperature, etc.
- Opportunity to do home visits and night duty at the clinics
- Nutrition awareness and general counselling
- Participating in national immunization campaigns, health outreaches, or education drives
- Repairs and maintenance
What's included in this project:
- Accommodation: Thatched rooms for 2-4 people
- Food: 3 meals a day
- Airport pickup: Included on arrival day
- Orientation kit: Full project details will be sent following registration
- Training: Pre-departure preparation and In-country orientation
- Support: Local in-country team and 24hr emergency support
