Child Care assistant

Program Description

Our Ghanaian orphanage child care volunteer program seeks to address the numerous problems that many children without proper education, health care, food, love and attention face as a result of their parents not being there for them. Orphans everywhere need care and love; you will be placed in either rural or urban environments where you will teach, love and care for these less fortunate children. You will help design and execute effective teaching programs, activities and events to inspire and develop the children's talent and abilities through human interaction and care. This program will also give you an opportunity to explore and understand the Ghanaian people and their culture through the eyes of the people you are helping.
As an orphanage child care volunteer working with children in the orphanage, you will be helping the kids to learn life-skills that parents would normally teach by getting involved in the day-to-day running of an orphanage - making sure the children are fed, washed and dressed, teaching the younger children, playing games with them and paying them personal attention - you will be making a really positive impact in their lives.
Whether you are helping older children with school homework, or playing a game with the younger ones, you will be an important part in their development. Any extra interests or skills that you have can be put to good use, so please let our local staff know about them when you apply.
Voluntary orphanage child care work in Ghan

Highlights

Future for Africa (F4A) is a Ghanaian voluntary, non-profit and Non-Governmental Organization working at local levels to create a future of hope for children in economically poor areas of northern Ghana. F4AO operations covers the entire three regions of Northern Ghana namely; Northern, Upper East and Upper West with the headquarters in Bolgatanga, the regional capital of Upper East. F4AO approach is working through strong partnerships with civil society and other institutions and using volunteers, to reach the deprived and vulnerable children and families in its operational areas. (The organization also seeks to promote intercultural awareness, tolerance and communication of our Youth.)

Qualifications

General Requirements:
We require no formal qualifications, however, volunteers should be over 17 years old. Special consideration is given to individuals below 17 years old and who are traveling with a team, group or family.
Volunteers should possess the following attributes:
1. A reputable background;
2. An ability to work under minimal supervision;
3. Creativity and motivation to implement projects that will benefit the community;
4. Good communication skills;
5. Ability to adapt to different cultures;
6. Friendliness and a desire to make a difference in the lives of disadvantaged children and their communities.

Volunteer Types

What`s Included

Future For Africa organization do not charge for its projects all we need is participants with the willingness and passion to help under privileged in the society, unlike other organizations who charge huge sums of money for people who want to help. Future for Africa thinks it’s unfair. We only charge participants $400 and this cost includes accommodation, internet services, meals and an administrative cost as a volunteer.