Paid program
Contribute to women's empowerment in Tanzania as a volunteer!
Ready to make a real difference? Join our women's empowerment program in vibrant Tanzania and help change lives while experiencing the magic of East Africa! 💪🌍
- Salary
- Not specified
- Location
- Tanzania
- Accommodation
- Available
- Category
- Volunteering
- Language
- English
- Season
- Spring, Summer, Autumn and Winter
- Availability
- Min. 1 Month
April 2025 through November 2026
Job description
Join our impactful volunteer program in Arusha, Tanzania, where you will help young women ages 13-24 who have experienced homelessness, neglect, forced labor and violence. In a safe shelter, you will contribute to a holistic approach focused on education, psychological support and social development to break the cycle of poverty and violence. Your flexible workday (starts between 9-10am and ends around 2pm) may include directly supporting women during their business development and rehabilitation programs, teaching English classes or helping with childcare activities. This is an opportunity to make lasting impact while being immersed in Tanzanian culture. You will stay at the vibrant White House of Tanzania Hostel, enjoy included meals and have the opportunity to participate in amazing safari experiences on free days!
The organization charges program fees to make this project possible, we have listed the costs below:
The organization charges program fees to make this project possible, we have listed the costs below:
- 3 weeks (min. stay): €583
- 4 weeks: €777
- 5 weeks: €971
- 9 weeks: €1,748
- 50 weeks (max. stay): €9,709
- Average: €194 per week
Would you like to know exactly what is included in your adventure in Zanzibar? Then scroll down and find all the details under the heading "What you get". If you are interested or have any questions, we encourage you to ''apply'' without obligation so you can get in touch with the organization directly.
Your new workplace
What you have
- Minimum age of 18 years (exemptions possible with guardian permission)
- Intermediate level English language skills
- High school graduation certificate
- Clean criminal background check
- CV with photo and motivation letter
- Previous experience working with children and women (advantage)
- Sensitivity and respect for confidentiality
- Flexibility and creativity to adapt to different tasks
- Ability to commit Monday through Saturday
- Cultural sensitivity and open-mindedness
- Passion for women's rights and gender equality
What you do
- Support young Tanzanian women aged 13-24 at a secure shelter in Arusha
- Contribute to education, business development, and rehabilitation programs
- Teach English classes to improve employment opportunities
- Help with childcare at the daycare center when needed
- Listen to the women's stories and provide emotional support
- Create awareness around women's rights and gender equality
- Identify barriers and challenges women face in developing societies
- Use your creativity to develop activities where needed
What you get
- Accommodation at the vibrant White House of Tanzania Hostel
- Two meals per day (breakfast and dinner)
- Airport pickup from Kilimanjaro or Arusha airport
- Orientation and town tour to get familiar with Arusha
- In-country program support throughout your stay
- Program certificate after completion
- Access to day tours and safari experiences (additional cost)
- WiFi access to stay connected with friends and family
- Opportunity to make genuine impact in women's lives
- Immersion in exotic Tanzanian culture and community
Ready to go?
Your application goes directly to the employer. The contact and selection process is handled by them.