Are you looking to build some great skills for your CV and gain community development experience overseas? Volunteer in a team alongside grassroots organisations in Malawi.
International Citizen Service (ICS) is a programme funded by the UK Department for International Development that brings together young adults aged 18-25 from all backgrounds, skills and abilities to fight poverty overseas. You will gain new skills and experience valued by employers while making a real difference to people’s lives.
You’ll develop skills such as team work, media and events planning and monitoring and evaluation. You’ll also increase your confidence and gain unique experience for your CV.
If you're over 23 and have what it takes to lead a team, we're also looking for Group Leaders who can help manage projects and motivate others.
You will…
• Volunteer in a team of UK and local volunteers, led by Group Leaders, alongside local organisations.
• Choose a role in your team which is suited to you and your interests, including media, visual media, community liaison, monitoring and evaluation and language/interpreter.
• Make a difference and help communities improve their lives through sustainable community development projects that cater to their specific needs.
• Inspire social action on global issues back in the UK.
The basics…
• Aside from Malawi, we also offer placements are in Central America (El Salvador, Honduras and Nicaragua) and Southern Africa (Zimbabwe).
• You’ll volunteer for 12 weeks overseas and become an active citizen once you are back in the UK.
• You’ll get lots of training and support before you go.
• Flights, accommodation, insurance, food and pocket money will be provided free of charge.
HOW TO APPLY:
To apply you must be living in the UK and have either a UK passport, indefinite leave to remain in the UK or be an EU/EEA citizen who has been living in the UK for the last 12 months
Apply now for our departures in January 2016 and April 2016 to secure your place!
Apply here: http://www.progressio.org.uk/ics
