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When a crisis, such as the current famine in the Horn of Africa, hits it is important that the international community and the general public respond quickly and effectively. Financial donations to support the important work of relief organisations are normally the most effective way of doing this.

Volunteering in a crisis-hit region can often create more problems than solutions. Dealing with the complex security and logistical situation is a job best left to trained professionals.

This inspiring project, based in Kibera, Africa's largest slum, in the heart of Nairobi Kenya,  works hard to provide local children with support, education, fun and encouragement. The team are dedicated to bringing joy and hope to these young lives, restoring that which has been lost through disease and poverty.

Could you join this amazing team and use your skills to help bring laughter and learning to the children of Kibera?

Come along to our Volunteering 2011 Info Event and find out about a wide range of International Volunteer projects (from 2weeks to 1 year) which you can be involved with this year through VSI.

We will introduce our projects in

·          Ireland; Europe (east and west); North America; Japan and Australia

·          Africa, Asia and Latin America; Middle East and North Africa

·          Long Term Volunteer Programme

·          Youth programme

·          Local vo Read More »

Habitat for Humanity Ireland will send Global Village Teams to:

* Romania: 1-9 October
* El Salvador: 12-26 November
* Ethiopia: 27 December – 7 January

Teams will travel to these countries to build homes for families in need, getting to know the local communities and culture, and develop an understanding of the issues faced in the community .

For all Habitat for Humanity trips no construction experience is required! They are just in need of energetic enthusiastic folks who are willing to learn and ready to pick up a hammer!

For further information please visit www.habitatireland.ie or call 01-6299660/3 to get involved.

Volunteering Options and Development Workers Programme Internship: download full role description here

The main role of the intern will be to support the work of the VODW Programme and Comhlámh in the implementation of the strategic and operational plans, with regular reporting to the Programme Manager. Interns are a major resource and make a vital contribution to help us achieve our aims. The internship aims to offer a recent graduate, with the opportunity for supervised practical and professional work experience in the development sector, with a close mentoring relationship. Visit www.volunteeringoptions.org and www.comhlamh.org for further information on the VODW Programme.

Application: Please send your CV and covering letter to recruitment@comhlamh.org or Nicolas Govaert, Comhlámh,& Read More »

Streetwise is a group of Irish volunteers from all walks of life who have come together to help with the construction of several specific projects in the townships of South Africa.

The Current Project:

The current Streetwise project involves building a new Don Bosco Educare Centre in the Delft Township, South Africa. The Centre’s objective is to empower poor families through the Educare Centre and after-school child care. The project is being developed by the Salesian Sisters at their mission station at Delft, a township situated 30kms from Cape Town.
The Educare Centre will provide much needed food, healthcare and education to young children aged from 3-8. There is a local committee in place that represents all beneficiaries and is consulted throughout the project.

Volunteer Programme:

Volunteers will spend two weeks on the construction site. The proj Read More »

Project Officer to work on Volunteering Options and Development Worker Programme:

The successful applicant will report to the Programme Manager of the Volunteering Options and Development Workers (VODW) Programme. The main role of the Project Officer will be to support organisations in implementing Comhlámh’s Code of Good Practice for Volunteer Sending Organisations. The post will also involve working as part of a team and feeding into the work of the VODW Programme and Comhlámh in the implementation of our strategic and operational plans. Closing date: 6th July, Interviews: 14th July, Starting date: August 2011.

Come along to the in the Irish Aid Volunteer Centre on O'Connell St at 6.30 on Wednesday, June 29 next and find out about a wide range of International Volunteer projects (from 2 weeks to 1 year) which you can be involved with this year through Voluntary Service International this year.

They will introduce their projects in Ireland, Europe, Africa, Asia, Latin America, Middle East and North America.

Come along and find out about the VSO application process, the countries they work in, and also the professionals they are hoping to recruit. There will also be a returned volunteer present to give a brief presentation about their experience overseas.

Where:
Irish Aid Volunteering and Information Centre
27-31 Upper O'Connell St,
Dublin

When: 18 June, 14:00-15:30

Participation free - advance registration essential Please register at http://www.vso.ie/events/register.asp.

A-Z Children's Charity is looking for Nurses and General Skills Volunteers to travel to Uganda with them in October to work on a two week placement to help them to achieve their mission to provide healthcare and education for orphans and children who are vulnerable as a consequence of HIV/AIDS in Uganda.

Information session:11 June 12 noon – 1 pm
Location:Irish Aid Volunteering and Information Centre
27-31 Upper O‟Connell Street
Dublin 1.

To find out more: www.azkids.ie
Or contact:
Elaine O‟Rourke, E: elaine@azkids.ie, M: 086 0803275
Kevin Murphy, E: kevin@azkids.ie, M: 086 8886532.