from 366€

Brilliant 4.7rating (40)

Social Media and Marketing Support

location
2 - 4 weeks  ·  Age 16 - 50+

rating  Brilliant 4.7  · 
  Verified by Volunteer World
  Very high response rate

Highlights

  • Experience Kenyan lifestyle and customs.
  • A friendly supportive atmosphere so you can achieve your goals.
  • Take incredible pics of awesome landscapes around the city surrounded by forests and the Indian ocean.
  • Teach local citizens and enthusiasts how technology can advance small businesses.
  • Visit the surrounding reserves in your free time and get a taste of the African adventures!

Especially suitable

Age 16+
Singles
Couples
Families
Groups
50+

About the program

We want enthusiastic volunteers to help us with our social media support and improve our marketing skills to carry on in a digital world.

Looking forward to working with an NGO/CBO/school in a rural setting? Willing to do some charity work in a more tech-savvy manner? Join us.

 

Debrief –

An ideal project for short-term volunteers, visitors and even working nomads, no specific skills are required.

In today’s world, we know how ...

About the program

Looking forward to working with an NGO/CBO/school in a rural setting? Willing to do some charity work in a more tech-savvy manner? Join us.

 

Debrief –

An ideal project for short-term volunteers, visitors and even working nomads, no specific skills are required.

In today’s world, we know how important it is to have an individual social media profile. So this idea also gets through the big firms and fortune 500 companies when they deal with publicity campaigns and marketing strategies. And the whole concept encompasses any, or almost all, sectors and industries in the modern-day business handbook. An NGO or a CBO or any organisation or entrepreneur looking for help or looking to help is no alien to this. However, when it comes to Africa, their knowledge, let alone capacity, is quite limited. They often struggle to run their programs and to raise funds from international donors. Many staff members are volunteers themselves and receive no or a very small salary. We urgently need support from our volunteers to work in social media development, social media handling, organizational development, IT, reports (or blogs). It is also a great opportunity to meet people from around the world who constantly visit us, and exchange experiences. 

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. You will be required to create and handle the official social media accounts of the organization, according to the requirements and IP rules.

Additionally, you will train the local staff during your stay so they can get better with it. Self is the best learner and teacher.

Background –

As said before, people in rural Africa have a very limited and cliché idea when it comes to social media. People may know Instagram but not reels. They may have a Facebook account but doesn’t know how to link up their work profile and market themselves. Same goes for the local indigenous charities. Even if they are authenticated and vetted by the authorities to receive aid, they are short of ears and eyes as nobody knows about them. They wont know the dos and don'ts of marketing a business or an organisation on social media. Or in certain cases, they are short of people with proper knowledge to guide them. They may have a website but it remains the same for the last 5 years or so, thus stagnating their progress and rendering every effort null.

Our organization includes several locations: children's homes, community schools, women’s empowerment centres, vocational training centres, farms and so on. This volunteer program is especially tailored for those of you who want to make an international experience while working with the local staff.

Location –

Mombasa is a touristy coastal city of not just Kenya but also East Africa. It’s round-the-year hot and humid so expect to be surrounded by serene splash of waves on the beach and dusty roads. Overall, it is surrounded by forest reserves and hilly ranges which adds it to one of the most tourist-friendly attractions in the world. Kenyans are lovely, warm people with a heart for friendly exchanges and interactions with tourists.

Likoni village, nestled on the coast, is surrounded by unique neighboring areas. To the east is the Indian Ocean, perfect for a serene swim or enjoying its tranquil ambiance. Heading south, Diani awaits with vibrant community life, cultural activities, tourist attractions, and lush wetlands, which are vital for the region's ecological balance.

Looking west from Mombasa city provides breathtaking views of Changamwe, home to cargo transport companies, the Kenya Port Authority, artifacts manufacturing, Kenya Railway, Moi International Airport, and container terminus facilities, driving the region's economy.

Challenges faced:

a.     Lack of quality personnel to help with social media.

b.    Lack of marketing ideas.

c.     Improper and inadequate social media management.

d.    Divided opinion on use of technology.


Typical day

Upon arrival, volunteers receive a warm welcome from the host family. They meet family members, have a refreshing shower, and share a meal before resting. Following the rest, a thorough briefing covers safety, culture, language, attractions, behavior, banking, shopping, conservation, climate, and ...

Typical day

Upon arrival, volunteers receive a warm welcome from the host family. They meet family members, have a refreshing shower, and share a meal before resting. Following the rest, a thorough briefing covers safety, culture, language, attractions, behavior, banking, shopping, conservation, climate, and routines. You will also be assigned a mentor who will assist you on a daily basis during your stay with the host family. Your second day will serve as an orientation day where you will be introduced to the project staff and children, and given a tour. Additionally, you will have the opportunity to prepare a thorough plan.On your third day, you will start delivering services, and it is advisable to start working only after you feel well prepared. Subsequently, your fourth day onwards will be similar to your third day.Please note that on your arrival day, you will not be expected to do any work.During weekends and holidays, both staff and children have time off, and you can choose to explore cultural centers, banks, shops, religious sites, recreational areas, historical sites, tour sites, beaches, shopping malls, or other places of your interest.

Volunteers are kindly requested to be present from 8:30 am to 12:00 pm and from 3:30 pm to 4:00 pm every Monday to Friday. During their free time, volunteers have the flexibility to engage in activities of their choice.


Free-time activities

Official languages are Swahili and English.

Local Recreational Activities:

For recreation, Likoni and its neighbors offer various options. Shelly Beach offers tranquility and swimming, Mama Ngina Water Sports hosts cultural events and swimming, while Mombasa city's markets, banks, and historical sites ...

Free-time activities

Official languages are Swahili and English.

Local Recreational Activities:

For recreation, Likoni and its neighbors offer various options. Shelly Beach offers tranquility and swimming, Mama Ngina Water Sports hosts cultural events and swimming, while Mombasa city's markets, banks, and historical sites provide unique attractions. The wetlands offer a serene setting for birdwatching and nature walks.

In volunteers' free time in Likoni village, they have a wealth of options to explore and enjoy. They can visit the Botanical gardens, take a dip in the Indian Ocean, and explore historical sites such as Fort Jesus. There's also the opportunity to engage in cultural activities with host family, attend cultural shows, swimming, go on farm tours, try snorkeling, fishing, hit the gym, visit shopping malls, watch local football matches, and even explore the Maasai medical factory and more. Immersing in local traditions and taking in the beautiful scenery, including Mombasa city, is all within reach.

Additionally, visitors can savor the local cuisine, including chapati, sweet potatoes, cassava, rice, fruits, and greens. Guests can gain insights into local life, witnessing crafts like basket weaving, shoe making, and mat weaving. While these crafts are predominantly practiced by men and youths.

Wildlife:

Kenya has a considerable land area devoted to wildlife habitats, including the Masai Mara, where blue wildebeest and other bovids participate in large-scale annual migration.

The “Big five” game animals of Africa (lion, leopard, buffalo, Rhinoceros and elephants) can be found in the Masai Mara in particular.

The annual animal migration occurs between June and September, with millions of animals taking part, attracting valuable foreign tourism.

Nice places to visit in Kenya:

  • Samburu
  • Fourteen falls
  • Maasai village
  • Kibera and Mathare slum
  • Nairobi national museum and snake park
  • Nairobi national park
  • David sheldrick wildlife center.
  • Bomas of Kenya / Karen Blixen.
  • Kazuri beads factory and Giraffe center.
  • Mt Kenya
  • Kiambethu tea farm in Limuru
  • Tsavo national park.
  • Elephant hill hiking
  • Amboseli national park
  • Coffee farm tour
  • Nairobi safari walk
  • Maasai mara park
  • Zip lining at Kereita

 

During the weekend, volunteers have spare time to relax or take the opportunity to explore the Mombasa locale, such as visiting the beach, planning a fun and entertainment program with the kids, visiting local homes, etc.

NOTE – The program coordinator can arrange for sightseeing, only after proper intimation and discussion.


Requirements

Requirements

Minimum Age: 16 years

In order to join the program you need to be at least 16 years old on the program start date.

Language Skills

You need to speak English (basic level)

Nationality Restrictions

No restrictions. Helping hands from all over the world are welcome.

Other Skills

• Diligent. • Professional; goal-oriented. • Respectful. • Good communication skills. • Self-motivated. • Willing to learn and share.

Time Commitment

Your helping hand will be required on Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday and Thursday from 08:00 - 16:00

What's Included

What's Included

Services by LA4C

  • Accommodation
  • Meals.
  • Pre-departure navigational and visa assistance.
  • In-country program orientation
  • Airport pick-up.
  • Certificate of International Volunteering from the organisation (performance-based).

What’s not included – The visa arrangements, pre-departure PCR tests, vaccination costs (if the traveler is unvaccinated or partially vaccinated) and the flights have to be done on the applicant’s part. The program supervisors will try their utmost best to make the volunteer’s journey and stay hassle-free.


SPECIAL CONSIDERATION -

We do understand that some volunteers may not be able to spend as much so it is better that they discuss with the management prior to arranging a stay. In the post-pandemic era, empathy is a route to better communication and compassion. Although the money is directly invested for the provisions of the volunteers and the children and the caregivers, what we need in exchange for a budget compromise is your love, energy and ideas that can suit our betterment.

Airport Pickup at Moi International Airport

In case the volunteer is scheduled for Nairobi, there might be additional charges for pickup assistance or a proper navigational guidance for the route to Mombasa.

However, in special cases, there would be a pick-up assistance.

We strongly advise volunteers to save time and money to book a direct or a 1-stop flight to Mombasa (IATA code – MBA) as the final destination and their place of volunteering is the same.

 

After you have registered for the program, please book your flights to arrive at Mombasa International Airport (MBA) in Mombasa. Your airport pick-up is included in your Program Fee.
When you arrive, you will be greeted at the airport by a member of the local team or the designated driver and transported to the volunteer accommodation.

Accommodation

You'll be staying in a homestay, ensuring a comfortable and private room equipped with essential amenities like a bed, 2 sheets, pillows, a carpet, a chair, a table, sink, and a private toilet. Occasionally, two volunteers may share a room, but larger rooms can easily accommodate up to 2 volunteers of the same gender, each having their separate beds. Couples will have the privilege of enjoying private rooms, separate from other volunteers.

Inside the homestay, you'll have access to shared facilities, including a sitting room, a kitchen, a convenient laundry machine, and reliable electricity. This setup provides you with the flexibility to prepare your meals according to your preferences at your own cost, as the kitchen comes complete with a gas cooker and utensils. Living with the host family allows you to become a cherished member of their household.

This immersive experience grants you the opportunity to fully immerse yourself in cultures that may be different from your own, facilitating personal growth. To ensure a fulfilling stay, keep these two principles in mind:

  1. Feel comfortable within the host family.
  2. Don't hesitate to ask for assistance when needed.

The volunteers are strongly advised to get a mosquito repellent and other essentials as the school may not be able to cater to all the needs.

Food & Beverages

Breakfast, lunch, and dinner are prepared and served by the host family. Everyone sometimes assemble in a sitting ​room ​to eat.  Sometimes when someone is busy during the recess, they may come later to eat. His/Her meal will be covered.

The first break first is at 8.00 AM, and second maybe at 10.00 AM and 4.00 PM but optional. Your breakfast is a mixture of snacks, fruits, tea, bread, honey,​ jam, fresh milk, or eggs served on different days.

Your ​lunch​ time is from 12.00 PM to 2.00 PM, everyone will be at home. Your meal may consist of ​meat, fish, greens, kales, cabbages, vegetables and chapati, noodles, ugali, sweet potato, Irish potato, pumpkin, yams, or salads.

Your dinner is like your lunch but different from the variety you ate at lunch. You can also (optionally) prepare a meal of your choice similar to the one at your home country you are used to. Dinner is at 7.00 PM to 8.00 PM.

Tap water is usually not safe to drink in the project site due to its closeness to the Indian ocean, though bottled water is readily available. However, clean water is available at the accommodation. Volunteers typically drink around half a gallon, or two liters, per day, which adds up to cost around $5-10 per week although drinking water is available at the volunteer house.

If you have specific dietary requirements, allergies, or preferences (such as vegetarian or vegan), please make sure to mention them in your application. We will make every effort to ensure that your dietary needs are met.

Internet Access

Good access at the project site

What's NOT included?

What's NOT included?

Flight Tickets

The nearest airport is Moi International Airport (MBA) in Mombasa. We assist you to find cheap flights to Kenya. FIND CHEAP FLIGHTS

Travel Insurance

Going abroad is an adventure and it is always best to be prepared. Sudden illness or injury, cancellation or theft - a travel insurance for Kenya provides security and is a plus to have. GET A QUOTE

Vaccines

If you are intending to volunteer in Kenya you should seek medical advice before starting your social journey. Check your required vaccinations for Kenya. VACCINE CHECKER

Details on arrival

No specific start date would be announced. However, with the new programs fast approaching, it would be useful for the volunteers to make the journey at the soonest and get the maximal experience. It also avoids expensive flight tickets in a hassle.

The program orientation begins usually on the day of the volunteer’s arrival or the day after, given the randomly changing flight schedules in lieu of the recent covid19 situation. First day would be ideal to acquaint yourself with the humid weather and relax to recuperate from the jet-lag.

  • After you have registered for the program, please book your flights to arrive at Mombasa International Airport (MBA) in Mombasa.
  • Before you arrive, you will be given navigational guidance by a member of the local team and transported to the volunteer accommodation.
  • If you are traveling in Kenya prior to your volunteer program, we can arrange for you to be picked up in Mombasa on the day before your program orientation or you can navigate by yourself to the destination. Please make sure to keep in touch with the program coordinator and you will be assisted and guided during the tenure of your tour and stay accordingly. After all, traveling is always smoother when it has a proper communication system.
  • Orientation is given by the admin or a staff member in the school.
  • Orientation begins on the morning of your chosen start date and covers everything you need to know for your volunteer program in Kenya – Introduction to Mombasa, Kenyan Customs, Language Training Details, Rules and Expectations, Safety, Travel Opportunities in Kenya (in and around Mombasa) and Introduction to your project.

Once your orientation is complete, you will be guided to your work location and you can proceed with the relevant work.

**We strongly advise visitors not to reserve night flights as transport for pick-up might not be available. Preferably between 2300 to 0400 hours any day (east African Time.)**

Availability
Jan Feb Mar Apr May Jun Jul Aug Sep Oct Nov Dec

Program fees

2 weeks (min. stay) 366€
3 weeks 488€
4 weeks (max. stay) 610€
Average fees 167€/week

Program fees

167€ per week 2 - 4 weeks Age 16 - 50+

Payment methods

Visa Master Card Maestro American Express PayPal

NO CREDIT CARD FEES


Duration

2 - 4 weeks

Deposit

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.


Final Payment

Your final payment will be agreed with LA4C during the application process. Common solutions are either via bank transfer or a cash payment at the project site.


Meet your organization

LA4C

Brilliant 4.7 rating (40 reviews)

Non-profit - founded in 2008

Verified by Volunteer World

  Very high response rate

Coordinated by

Rus

Spoken languages: Chinese (Mandarin), English, Spanish

About the project

Likoni AID 4 Civicom is a registered CBO that encompasses all aspects of community improvement from environmentalism to childcare and even female emancipation.

Meet your organization

The organization was founded by Jonathan Munyany, a local suburban citizen, in the year 2008 with 12 children and little amenities. Sooner than later, the humanitarian work of the foundation started grabbing eyeballs and word spread around to support the children centre. Ever since, the organization has shifted to a different home and has grown the strength with more facilities.

The organization strives to provide all the basic needs to ensure the kids don't feel left out from their right to a proper education in a digitally fast-paced world. The center procures funds from independent donors for assistance in terms of food, education sponsorship, clothing, bill payments, etc.

There are other fields of environmentalism as well that comprises sustainable farming, organic farming and a need for hydrologists or agronomists.

The mission of LA4C is to bring in more indigenous resources for funding childcare and community welfare projects. Our goal is to alleviate human suffering, child care and protection through advocacy and networking for self sustainable projects, building of community models, hence improving livelihoods. The purpose is to bring in volunteers so that they can learn with the lifestyle of the people and the kids here going through a hard yet simple life before they can emerge in the world outside. Simultaneously, the volunteers can provide help in upgradation of certain facilities in different ways.

The Organization’s Current Objectives:

  1. To carry out empowerment activities that engage the women and the local youth in the post-pandemic era.
  2. To help understand the global culture and reciprocate in an equally appreciative manner.
  3. Create awareness and action-based approaches in environmental conservation at grassroots level.
  4. Literacy enhancement and incorporate better pedagogical styles.
  5. Betterment of community health through digital awareness and state-of-the-art practices.
  6. Promote Cultural exchange among communities and visitors to promote harmonious and mutually respectful collaboration.
  7. The Technical Vocational Training (TVT) program to equip the youth with life skills like tailoring, bead work, T-shirt printing and many more.
  8. The women’s empowerment projects including juice-making, tailoring, embroidery, making peanut butter and many more.
  9. Improvement of the surrounding environment for a greener and cleaner future.
  10. Conduct the volunteering programs that allows volunteers to visit and stay at the orphanage in aid of material, technical, spiritual, manpower and financial support.

Future goals:

In the current world, thanks to the pandemic, it is no illusion that a lot of things have changed, are changed and will change in coming times. Hence, the balance of the goals in regard to the imminent and inevitably changing environment have to be committed and flexible enough. As the global environment keeps changing, the organizational goals and strategies will be similarly aligned to develop a truly up-to-date environment where the communities know what’s going on and how to live with the current locale.

OUR CHALLENGES

In our services to the vulnerable children, we would like to give the best to them but lack of man-power and financial stability has hindered immediate and long-term efficacy.

The listed are some of our operational challenges that we kindly submit a humble request for mentorship and support:

  1. Lack of a permanent home for conducive accommodation, privacy and security for the children; we currently live in a rental house, moving from place to place like nomads which affects the children psychologically and strains the care-takers as well.
  2. Poor infrastructure and access to social amenities.
  3. Lack of digital awareness and inaccessibility to worldwide marketing.
  4. Lack of clean water for drinking and domestic purposes.
  5. Shortage of food.
  6. Lack of effective and efficient man power support and sustainability.
  7. Insecurity due to political influence and the rising juvenile gangs.
  8. Lack of environmental awareness regarding plantation, farming and horticulture.

40 reviews · rating4.7

Sapir Karem rating5

2023 at Social Media and Marketing Support

a very modest experience that teaches you a lot about life in other countries. my work was very simple. just to promote the platforms on social media like instagram, facebook. kids were lovely. the family was so sweet. they even got a shawl for the summers but i think i will use it for winter as ...
Victoria Sulukin rating4.6

2024 at Volunteer Mentor for Organic Farming

It was a great stay. Gerry, as I like to call her, was such an awesome host and I had so much fun daily with the people and the farmers out there. One thing that the new volunteers should remember is that the place is huge but it definitely needs some cleaning and tidy-up hands. And personally, I ...
Laetitia Quemart rating4.4

2024 at Organizational Strategist

I had a fun time here. Couldn’t do much but I did advise the founder, job, to market his NGO properly. Also gifted them some chocolates that I got for them. The weather is quite hot and the food is delicious. They have to improve on the marketing and improve the facilities a bit. Other than ...
Anton Sheptitskiy rating4.4

2024 at Organizational Strategist

К моему удивлению, это место было безопасным и аккуратным. Но организация находится не в лучшей форме. Необходимо проделать большую работу. Людям нужно жить с ...
Elena Kostyrya rating5

2024 at Organizational Strategist

The home in Tanzania was a bit different from what I expected. Dar es salaam is quite a developed city, if I may say. Being in the IT industry, I know how to help self-promote entrepreneurs. Job is one such guy. He is humble, motivated and diligent and also handles the center with care. So I ...
Balduin Schwarz rating4.4

2023 at Gardening and Replantation Assistant

At first, I had a culture difference. Things in my hometown near Vienna are different. Very different! Haha. But slowly I got used to it. simple food, beachside evenings.. and lot of smiles to make day. I happy that I helped with planting a few seeds. It’s a simple thing so I think everyone ...

Location

Africa > Eastern Africa > Kenya > Mombasa

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