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NGO Administration Intern/ Coordinator
Coordinator | Jaci
Coordinator | Jaci
Gain significant experience working with a worldwide NGO while learning transferable abilities and encountering life in wonderful Itacaré, Bahia.
This volunteer program is especially suitable for:
Age 18+
Singles
Couples
Families
Groups
50+
About ETIV
ETIV do Brasil is located in the beautiful fishing and surfing town of Itacare, Bahia. Our mission is to support environmental conservation and development in Brazil, wityh a deep focus on youth development.
About the NGO Administration Position
We are looking for an NGO Administration volunteer or intern to help us recruit, manage and support our volunteers, while also helping us with all aspects of administration - from marketing and recruitment to fund development, financial management, house management, and managing our database and emails. The NGO administration intern will be responsible for corresponding with prospective volunteers prior to their arrival, while also supporting and managing volunteers. This includes welcoming volunteers upon arrival, leading volunteer inductions and bike tours of Itacaré, organizing fun cultural and recreational activities with the volunteers, supporting fundraising events and supervising volunteers in their projects to ensure that their volunteer experience is both challenging, rewarding and making a positive difference to the families and communities here in Itacaré. At least 3 months commitment and basic to intermediate Portuguese is required for this position.
ETIV Coordinator Positions
Our Coordinator positions are our most advanced volunteer positions, which require the greatest amount of responsibility from volunteers as well as strong leadership skills. These positions are only suitable for more experienced volunteers who are looking to coordinate and manage one of our projects. In this position, volunteers will receive supervision from the director, but will be expected to be creative self-starters, who can take initiative and solve problems without anyone micro-managing their work. In addition, our coordinators will be expected to help recruit, manage and support other volunteers and community leaders that are working for the same project.
Typical day
The typical day in the life of a Volunteer Coordinator:
8:00 AM Wake up to the birds just outside in the Mata Atlantic.
8:30 AM Breakfast on the balcony overlooking the river.
9:00-11:00 AM Work a couple hours in the office on marketing, recruitment, fundraising or database management.
11:00-1:00 PM Give an induction and tour of the town to a new volunteer.
1:00 PM Have lunch either cooking in our shared kitchen or in one of the local restaurants where you can get lunch for 10 Reals.
2:00 PM Head to the beach to surf or relax.
5:30 PM Go to Por do Sol to watch the beautiful sunset over the town.
7:PM Head into the town and have a delicious dinner at one of the many restaurants.
9:PM Have a drink or two and dance at a local bar.
Free-time activities
Possible Free Time Activities Include:
Stand Up Paddle in tranquil Praia Concha, Kayak through mangroves, take a boat to Cleandro waterfull, surf at Tirica beach, dance Forro at Jungle Bar, hike through the tropical rainforest to exotic beaches and waterfalls and much more!
Water Sports
Swimming
Concert/
Music
Music
Diving/
Snorkling
Snorkling
Hiking
Sports
Yoga/
Meditation
Meditation
Requirements
In order to join the program you need to be at least 18 years old on the program start date. There might be exemptions if you can provide the permission of your legal guardian(s) or if your are accompanied by your parents.
You need to speak English (intermediate level)
or Portuguese (basic level)
at High school required, some university preferred level
No restrictions. Helping hands from all over the world are welcome.
* Strong leadership skills,
* Able to work independently and as part of a team, * Positive and problem-solving attitude.
* Able to work independently and as part of a team, * Positive and problem-solving attitude.
Your helping hand will be required on
Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday, Thursday and Friday
from
09:00
- 13:00
What's Included
Similar to most volunteer lead NGOs, ETIV does require a volunteer contribution, although we are among the most affordable, particularly for our location. This contribution is critical to the sustainability of the NGO and helps covers costs of administration, your insurance coverage and all of the support that we offer to our volunteers.
You will receive:
- Pre-departure orientation and preparation
- Induction and biking tour of Itacaré
- Introduction to your project
- Strategy meeting to help you plan and achieve your top goals during your time with us
- Ongoing supervision and support, including any additional meetings you may request to receive support with plans, strategies, ideas, questions etc.
- 24-hour emergency support
- Insurance Coverage
Accommodation:
We do offer housing at our ETIV Volunteer House, which overlooks the beautiful river Contas in the Passagem neighborhood of Itacare. Rental prices at the volunteer house include all bills including gas, water, electricity, and WiFi as well as filtered drinking water, toilet paper and hand soap. There is also a shared kitchen with a large stove and refrigerator/freezer that comes complete with pots and pans, cups, plates, bowls and silverware. However, there is not a washing machine and volunteers are expected to hand wash or they must pay to get their laundry done in town.
Rooms are subject to a $250 (USD) deposit, which is fully refundable as long as you fulfill all of the requirements stated in your rental agreement.
Normal Monthly Rate in USD:
Room Individual Shared (per person)
smaller rooms $192 $137
large rooms $220 $165
High Season Monthly Rate (Dec-Feb)
Room Individual Shared per person
smaller rooms $247 $165
large rooms $275 $192
Additional Options:
You can also add these options onto your volunteer experience for an added fee:
Taxi pickup from ilheus airport - $53
Package of 10 Portuguese classes - $165
Good access at the project site
Visa, flights, travel insurance or vaccinations are NOT included in the program fees.
An airport pickup isn't included within the program fees either.
Please arrange your own accommodation.
Food, snacks or beverages are at extra costs.
The nearest airport is Ilheus/Bahia-Jorge Amado Airport (IOS) in Ilheus. We assist you to find cheap flights to Brazil.
Going abroad is an adventure and it is always best to be prepared. Sudden illness or injury, cancellation or theft - a travel insurance for Brazil provides security and is a plus to have.
If you are intending to volunteer in Brazil you should seek medical advice before starting your social journey. Check your required vaccinations for Brazil.
Dates & Fees
NO CREDIT CARD FEES
Details on arrival
Ongoing recruitment. Volunteers can join our program throughout the year. Currently, we need someone for this position in August 2019.
Jan
Feb
Mar
Apr
May
Jun
Jul
Aug
Sep
Oct
Nov
Dec
12 - 26 weeks
Program fees
12 weeks
(min. stay)
$ 1,267
16 weeks
$ 1,525
20 weeks
$ 1,715
24 weeks
$ 1,836
26 weeks
(max. stay)
$ 1,983
Average fees
$ 91
/week
Please note that the above shown program fees are estimated and subject to exchange rate fluctuations.
ETIV do Brasil
will let you know about the final price during your application process.
The deposit is simply to reserve your volunteer placement. Payments are handled by PayPal, our trusted global payment provider. If you don't have a PayPal account, you can also pay using a credit card.
Your final payment will be agreed with ETIV do Brasil during the application process. Common solutions are either via bank transfer or a cash payment at the project site.
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NGO Administration Intern/ Coordinator
Gain significant experience working with a worldwide NGO while learning transferable abilities and encountering life in wonderful Itacaré, Bahia.
$91/week
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