Women's Small business Assistant
Coordinator | Silvia
Coordinator | Silvia
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Work with women's small businesses in El Salvador. Participate in meetings, workshops, evaluations.
Economic empowerment and independence. This volunteer program is especially suitable for:
Economic empowerment and independence. This volunteer program is especially suitable for:
Age 18+
Singles
Couples
Come to El Salvador for a minimum of three months and work with our Women's Small business program.
Each year, we do evaluations of business who receive support from our program, making the months June, July and August the best times to come, but we accept volunteers all year round.
The Women's Small business program accompanies groups of organized women who want to participate in an economic initiative to better their lives. The program includes workshops on self esteem, organization, business administration and accompanies businesses for up to seven years, at which point businesses should be self-sustainable and ready to work on their own. The CIS works together with their counterparts SEW (Salvadoran Enterprises for Women) in businesses such as bakeries, Hen Farms, Convenience stores, and Indigo Farming Initiatives.
Volunteers will travel to rural areas of El Salvador with CIS staff to attend meetings, workshops and other events. Volunteers will document their work, participate in business evaluations, translate material for donors and can suggest a work plan which takes advantage of the specialized strength of each volunteer. We try to be flexible with volunteers in order to make sure each person gets to contribute in the most meaningful and helpful way they can.
The CIS is an organization with over 22 years of experience with different solidarity projects in El Salvador. We promote solidarity and empowerment.
Free-time activities
El Salvador is a tiny country that offers a lot to see!
You can climb volcanoes, check out waterfalls and visit the beaches. Some beaches are only about an hour away from the city and are known for great surfing.
Volunteers often organize excursions with the help of staff. There are also beautiful coffee farming regions, canopying, camping, and great cultural events!
Water Sports
Swimming
Hiking
Sports
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 Spanish (fluently)
CV, letter of interest and letter of reference
No restrictions. Helping hands from all over the world are welcome.
Your helping hand will be required on
Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday, Thursday and Friday
from
08:00
- 17:00
What's Included
100$ cover the administration in our program. This will include a two week political cultural program for orientation as well as training, support, coffee and smiles.
We also offer optional accommodation in a guest family for 90$ per week in a guest family's home.
This would include two meals per day as well as a humble but comfortable room which can vary in size and furnishing.
You can request a homestay with the Family network for a volunteer price of $80.00/week.
This includes breakfast and supper. Luxury items such as Internet or use of a washing machine may cost extra.
Families not only provide shelter, but also help orientate people in their new surroundings. They will help you find your way around and suggest places to go and things to see.
Accommodations are humble but comfortable.
If you choose our homestay option you will get two meals per day, breakfast and supper.
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.
The nearest airport is El Salvador International Airport (SAL) in San Salvador. We assist you to find cheap flights to El Salvador.
Going abroad is an adventure and it is always best to be prepared. Sudden illness or injury, cancellation or theft - a travel insurance for El Salvador provides security and is a plus to have.
If you are intending to volunteer in El Salvador you should seek medical advice before starting your social journey. Check your required vaccinations for El Salvador.
Dates & Fees
NO CREDIT CARD FEES
Jan
Feb
Mar
Apr
May
Jun
Jul
Aug
Sep
Oct
Nov
Dec
12 - 50 weeks
Program fees
12 weeks
(min. stay)
$1,310
13 weeks
$1,411
14 weeks
$1,512
15 weeks
$1,613
19 weeks
$2,017
27 weeks
$2,826
50 weeks
(max. stay)
$5,150
Average fees
$106
/week
Please note that the above shown program fees are estimated.
CIS El Salvador
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 CIS El Salvador during the application process. Common solutions are either via bank transfer or a cash payment at the project site.
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Women's Small business Assistant
Work with women's small businesses in El Salvador. Participate in meetings, workshops, evaluations. Economic empowerment and independence.
$106/week
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