UCESCO- Kenya

We rely on volunteers to complete this vital work in order to make a real difference in the lives of Kenyan people in Africa. This is only possible because of your time and generosity!

Your experience volunteering with us will not only allow you to positively impact the world, but you will also have the opportunity to become fully immersed in Kenyan culture.

APPLY NOW AND BECOME PART OF THIS GREAT STAFF TEAM!

Currently, we have projects ongoing in the capital city, Nairobi, as well as in both the Kibera and Mathare Slums, the counties of Kisii, Samburu, and Migori, Mombasa City, the Masai Land, and the Northeastern part of Kenya.

Specify your areas of interest from the list below when applying:

1. Teaching — Basic Spanish, German, English, French, Mathematics, Business Studies, Art, Dance, Home Science, Music, Basic Computer Skills, Sports, etc.
2. Reforestation and trail maintenance.
3. Medical assistant volunteers, dental assistants, nurses, general doctors, and health and hygiene assistant volunteers to help in our Health Clinics.
4. Environmental conservation.
5. Sports — developing the skills and talents of youth and women in sports such as rugby, football, athletics, netball, and basketball.
6. Database and website development, event organizers, fundraising managers, project managers, fieldwork managers, receptionists, marketing managers, editors, translators, videographers, and photographers.
7. Join our construction team, building a school, hospital, homeless shelter, or child center.
8. Farming — for volunteers passionate about rural farming, we take part in community farming in order to provide food security.
9. IT and technology.
10. Counseling.
11. There are also opportunities to take part in outreach programs, community service projects, and empowerment projects for youth and women, as well as visits to refugee camps, children's homes, retirement homes, and rescue centers for street children. Some of the activities involved in these programs include cooking, washing clothes, playing, teaching, and providing emotional, moral, and financial support.
12. We offer a three-month attachment program for university students in order to develop your career. There are also internships for graduates looking to gain experience in their field of interest.

PLEASE NOTE:
A volunteer does not need to have specific qualifications in order to join our programs. The only exceptions are the following programs where we require professional and qualified volunteers:

1. Medical assistance.
2. Health and hygiene assistance.
3. Dental assistant.
4. Database and website developer.
5. Computer skills teacher.

Couples and Children are also accepted to volunteers as a family in various activities


SIX FEATURES WHICH MAKE THE UCESCO VOLUNTEER EXPERIENCE UNIQUE:

1. Truly experience the African way of life.
2. Gain African fluency by living with a host family and sharing life with Locals.
3. Become more passionate about your major and propel your career with international experience.
4. Make memories you'll never forget during weekend excursions with your fellow participants.
5. Take part in safaris and tours.

ARRIVAL AIRPORT AND PICKUP ARRANGEMENTS

UCESCO-Kenya staff member will be there to welcome you when you arrive at Nairobi Airport (NBO). From the airport, you will travel in our private car to your host family. Depending on traffic, this will be a 15 mins drive.

BOOKING YOUR FLIGHTS
In case you need our help, when booking your flight, let us know. UCESCO-Kenya has over 10 years of experience arranging flights for hundreds of volunteers to Africa. Searching for flights online can be a time-consuming, overwhelming, and frustrating process. We can do the work for you in case you can't do by yourself

We can help you book the best return flights, making sure you have the safest, most convenient, and cost-effective flight options, no matter how complex your travel plans.

VISAS REQUIREMENT FOR YOUR VOLUNTEER

One of the perks of volunteering with us is the visa guidance we give you. We have a dedicated visa team that has up-to-date information on visa requirements. You can get in touch with us if you have any visa queries, big or small, and we will take you through the process. Once you apply, you’ll also get a link, which will include all the necessary visa information.

YOUR INDUCTION AND ORIENTATION

On your first day, you’ll receive a comprehensive induction to your new town. You will receive an introduction pack, which includes useful information such as maps and local contact details. A staff member will take you on a tour of the surrounding area, and point out places that might be useful to you.

You’ll also be taken to buy a local sim card or exchange money if you need to. Our staff will explain how to use the public transport system so that you are confident about traveling around, but again we have private cars to take you around in case you don't want to experience the Kenyan Public transport system. No worries at all about security, Kenya is safe, our organization is safe, your accommodation and you will be always with one local volunteer to guide you and walk with you.

YOUR FIRST DAY AT YOUR VOLUNTEER PLACEMENT
We want to make sure you are fully prepared for your project, so you’ll receive plenty of guidance on your first day. UCESCO-Kenya staff member will accompany you from your host family to work on your first weeks so that you know how to get there.

You’ll get shown around the placement, and meet the people you’ll be working with. It’s a great way to see how things are run and gain insight into what you’ll be expected to do. Your project work will only begin on your third day

TOURS/ SAFARIS WITH UCESCO:
We provide tours and travel services too, including accommodation services. UCESCO has suitable accommodation, and a tour van with professional guide volunteers to guide you.