Tanzania Orphanage Volunteer

About the Opportunity

We are looking for caring, responsible, and enthusiastic volunteers to support children and contribute to the daily activities of our orphanage in Tanzania. Volunteers will have the opportunity to make a meaningful difference in the lives of children while experiencing Tanzanian culture and community life.

Responsibilities

Depending on your skills and the needs of the children, volunteers may assist with:

• Spending time with the children and providing positive companionship and encouragement
• Helping children with reading, English practice, homework, and educational activities
• Organizing games, sports, arts and crafts, music, and other recreational activities
• Supporting daily routines and age-appropriate activities
• Helping keep children's activity and learning areas clean and organized
• Assisting with educational and community projects
• Sharing your skills, knowledge, and interests with the children
• Working respectfully with local staff and other volunteers
• Following all child-safeguarding and organizational policies

Qualifications

No specific professional qualifications are required. We welcome volunteers who are:

• At least 16 years old
• Caring, patient, responsible, and dependable
• Comfortable working with children
• Respectful of Tanzanian culture and local communities
• Willing to learn and work as part of a team
• Able to communicate effectively in English
• Teaching, childcare, education, sports, healthcare, arts, or other relevant experience is welcome but not required.

Time Commitment

• Volunteers can contribute according to the needs of the organization and the agreed volunteer schedule. Both short-term and longer-term volunteers may be considered.

What You Can Expect

Volunteers will have the opportunity to:

• Make a positive contribution to children's lives
• Gain experience working in a community-based organization
• Learn about Tanzanian culture and daily life
• Develop communication, teamwork, and leadership skills
• Work alongside local staff and other volunteers

Important

• The safety, dignity, privacy, and wellbeing of the children are our highest priorities. Volunteers are expected to maintain appropriate professional boundaries, respect children's privacy, and follow all safeguarding requirements at all times. An applicable background check will be required before volunteering
• We welcome volunteers who are genuinely motivated to support children and contribute positively to our community.
• Volunteers are required to pay $25 a day to volunteer. This amount covers everything such as housing, transportation, food, etc.