VOLUNTEER
We have hosted several international volunteers during both the construction of the school and since the school has opened.
We currently have opportunities for three types of volunteer at the school: 1) Teaching assistants 2) Teachers 3) Fundraising and communication co-ordinator
Teaching Assistant
Your role would include:
- helping the Ugandan teacher in English classes (particular with spoken English and spelling)
- teaching the non-examinable subject of General Studies (covering a wide range of issues from AIDS to politics and the media to understanding life in another country)
- helping to run extra-curricular activities for the pupils
We have opportunities to work as an assistant for between 1 and 6 months.
Teacher
Your role would include teaching the subject in which you are qualified as well as participating in the general life of the school including extra-curricular activities. We require a minimum committment of a term for a volunteer teacher.
Fundraising & Communication Co-Ordinator Your key responsibilities would include:
· Fundraising
o Working to get more sponsors so we can take more children at the school
o Getting donations of further equipment etc.. for the school
o Raising money to support our expansion plans
· Reviewing administration of CETU and ensuring we have the correct structure for the organization and the correct roles in place
· Communication with all stakeholders
o Help design and write all updates to sponsors and donors
o Continue to build on our website
· Forging links with external organizations in the local and wider community
o E.g. vocational institutions, universities for the children once they have completed their education with Springs of Hope High School
o Orphan homes and primary schools to identify children we might be able to help
o Organizations in Buloba where our short-term volunteers could also add some benefit
We are looking for a committed individual who would like to work with us for between 6 months and 2 years. A small stipend may be available depending on qualifications.
If you have any questions regarding volunteering or would like to apply, please contact Angelo at angelo@cetu.org.uk |