WORK/VOLUNTEER WITH US
Careers
We cherish individuals who share our values, and who show commitments to enhancing the quality of life of members of the community. Our core values are: Integrity, Commitment, Accountability, Concern for Staff welfare, Flexibility, Team work, Effective communication.
Our staff benefit from a working environment that promotes:
- An open, honest and productive norm
- Flexibility
- Opportunities for professional development
- Periodic leave days
Current Opportunities
GENDI AT VOLUNTEERING PROGRAMME
Highlights
- Work on different verticals such as Education, IT Support, Girls and Women’s rights, Poverty reduction amongst others
- Engage deeply with the local community and the NGO staff to understand the social landscape of Ogun State
- Assist the community with policy formation, advocacy, women’s development etc
GenDi focus on many areas of work including human rights, child issues, women rights, education, skilled learning, strengthening the government accountability, etc.
Volunteers looking for a great and affordable volunteer program in Abeokuta can consider joining the GenDi4T support program. This is a great volunteer work opportunity for Secondary school certificate holders who are awaiting university admission to make a difference in society. Our volunteers have inputs on our initiatives. Resources contributed by our volunteers help create a great difference.
Volunteers would be required to go through a competitive procedure to qualify to serve on our scheme.
Typical day
1st week – Orientation + introduction to the placement. An orientation session will be conducted by the local coordinator. Topics covered ranges from safety, culture, language, places to visit, behavior, food, and other suggestion over things to do in and outside the office.
Subsequent weeks – Volunteer work
Working hours at the placement – 8:00 am to 04:00 pm (Program is flexible)
Requirements –
Minimum Age: 16 years
In order to join the program, minimum age requirement is 16 years old on the program start date. There could be exemptions with the permission of legal guardian(s) or if your are accompanied by your parents.
MESSAGE VOLUNTEERING SOLUTIONS
Language Skills
You need to speak English (basic level)
Criminal Background Check
required
Nationality Restrictions
No restrictions. Helping hands from all over the world are welcome.
Other Skills
Volunteers must be 16 years or older at the time of joining the project. Participants should have an open mind and flexible attitude for working in a new and different environment. Volunteers need to be flexible and open-minded. You should also be proactive and have the ability to take initiative. All volunteers must provide a clean criminal background check report prior to joining the program.
Time Commitment
Your helping hand will be required on Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday, Thursday and Friday.
ADDRESS
Gender Development Initiative,
Road C, House 1/041 Sam Ewang housing Estate, Abeokuta, Nigeria.
+2348033469577.