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NGO Project Manager

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24 - 48 weken  ·  Leeftijd 21 - 50+
rating  Perfect 4.6  · 
  Geverifieerd door Volunteer World
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Highlights

  • Join our small and dynamic team making positive, meaningful, and sustainable impacts.
  • Achieve and monitor the goals, strategy and achievements within the following members of DAKTARI (Director Assistant, Fundraising, Marketing, Animal Care manager, Maintenance Manager...)
  • Gain hands-on experience in environmental conservation and community development initiatives.
  • Engage with a diverse mix of volunteers and staff from different countries and cultures.
  • Live in our unique bush-style accommodation where you will be immersed in the abundant surrounding wildlife.

Vooral geschikt voor

Leeftijd 21+
Alleenstaanden

Over het programma

DAKTARI is seeking a Project Manager with exceptional interpersonal skills to coordinate our international volunteers and local staff. Join us to make a positive impact!

Calling all visionary Project Managers!

We are seeking a dynamic Project Manager with exceptional people skills to lead and inspire our international volunteers and local staff. If you thrive in a role that drives exceptional results and brings teams together, this opportunity is for you!

As the ...

Over het programma

Calling all visionary Project Managers!

We are seeking a dynamic Project Manager with exceptional people skills to lead and inspire our international volunteers and local staff. If you thrive in a role that drives exceptional results and brings teams together, this opportunity is for you!

As the Project Manager, you will play a pivotal role in analyzing department activities, assigning tasks, and ensuring the smooth and successful execution of our projects. Your vision and strategic thinking will shape the future of our organization and drive its development.

Key Responsibilities:

  • Ignite the thrill of new challenges and the responsibility of driving prosperity and achievement for our organization.
  • Foster a sense of shared purpose and camaraderie within the project team.
  • Cultivate the essential people skills needed to foster trust and open communication among the entire team.
We are looking for individuals who embody the following criteria:

  • Vision: You have a clear vision of where we need to go and the ability to articulate it to inspire others.
Communication: Your communication skills are exceptional, ensuring clarity around goals, responsibilities, expectations, and feedback.
  • Integrity: You lead by example, setting ethical standards for the entire team to follow.
  • Enthusiasm/Passion: Your can-do attitude and positive energy motivate and inspire others to achieve greatness.
  • Empathy/Compassion: You understand that life extends beyond the workplace and value the emotions and well-being of our team members.
  • Competence: While demonstrating expertise in your field, you recognize the value of others' skills and expertise, leveraging their strengths for collective success.
  • Delegation: You effortlessly delegate tasks, recognizing and utilizing the skills and talents of team members effectively.
  • Composure: Even in challenging situations, you remain composed and level-headed, rising above pressure to find solutions.
  • Team Building: A natural team builder, you bring individuals together with a common purpose, fostering a supportive and collaborative environment.
  • Problem Solving: Your ability to address and resolve issues, whether with the team or project itself, is exemplary.
This role is based in the heart of the bush, where you will immerse yourself in a beautiful area. While there is no electricity at our camp, we provide solar power and Internet access for computers. Embrace the family atmosphere and adaptability required for group life in this remarkable setting away from the city.

If you are ready to take on an exciting adventure, make a positive impact, and thrive as a Project Manager at Daktari Bush School, we invite you to apply now. Join us in shaping a brighter future!

Note: Please submit your application with a resume highlighting your relevant experience and a cover letter expressing your passion for this position.

Dagelijkse activiteiten

You will work from Monday until Friday, 8 hours a day. A typical work day starts at 8 AM, with breakfast time at 8:30 until 9 AM and lunch time from 12:30 to 14:00. Your work day will end at 17 o'clock. As the Project Manager, you should be able to organise your hours and be flexible. 

You will ...

Dagelijkse activiteiten

You will work from Monday until Friday, 8 hours a day. A typical work day starts at 8 AM, with breakfast time at 8:30 until 9 AM and lunch time from 12:30 to 14:00. Your work day will end at 17 o'clock. As the Project Manager, you should be able to organise your hours and be flexible. 

You will work mostly at our office, managing other departments' activities - we work with multiple project management softwares. You will also work alongside our camp manager monitoring our site's condition. 

Every Saturday, any volunteer can go to town to do shopping, enjoy a lunch in a restaurant or do an excursion. DAKTARI also proposes extra-mural trips as visiting the famous Kruger National Park, the Blyde River Canyon etc.

Vrijetijdsactiviteiten

If you want to go out you can either rent a car and ask fellow volunteers to join you to split the cost or we also have a list of excursions that can be arranged by the Office staff. Please ask the volunteer coordinator, as the DAKTARI cars are not available for personal ...

Vrijetijdsactiviteiten

If you want to go out you can either rent a car and ask fellow volunteers to join you to split the cost or we also have a list of excursions that can be arranged by the Office staff. Please ask the volunteer coordinator, as the DAKTARI cars are not available for personal use.

Interesting things to do in Limpopo Province:

  • Visit Kruger Park. DAKTARI is situated between two gates, Phalaborwa and Orpen. Time to Kruger is about 90 minutes. The entrance fee at the time of writing is ± R220 per day.

  • Moholoholo is a rehabilitation centre roughly an hour from DAKTARI. You can see raptors, honey badgers, cheetahs, lions, wild dogs, a hippo and other animals. The entrance fee is ± R 100 per person. Tours start at 9.30 am and 3 pm that last for 2 1/2 hours. Tours are the only way to visit this facility. It’s not necessary to book ahead.

  • Khamai Reptile Park has snakes, iguana, crocodiles and terrapins.

  • The Blyde River Canyon is also nearby, nestled in the Drakensberg Mountains. There is a panorama route, which takes in the Three Rondavels (mountains that look like huts), waterfalls, great viewpoints and some picturesque villages.

  • White water rafting is available on the Blyde River or on the Olifants River.

  • Other more expensive activities include micro lighting; private game reserve walks/drives, hot air balloon trips and the elephant sanctuary in Hazyview, which is fantastic. 

  • Hoedspruit has shopping, an Internet café, and many bars and restaurants with pool tables.

  • Sundowners (drinks) at “The Leopard Rock” (an outcrop at DAKTARI with great views of the Lowveld and Drakensberg mountains) are another popular evening activity. If you want to go to the “rock”, discuss with Ian and/or Michèle. Obviously this activity takes place after the children have left!

Voorwaarden

Voorwaarden

Minimum leeftijd: 21 jaar

Om deel te nemen aan het programma dien je ten minste 21 jaar te zijn op de startdatum van het programma.

Taalkennis

Je dient over volgende taalkennis te beschikken Engels (vloeiend)

Opleidingsvereisten

No particular focus required. op University degree or ongoing University degree. niveau

Nationaliteitsbeperkingen

Geen beperkingen. Helpende handen van over de hele wereld zijn welkom.

Tijdsinzet

Uw helpende hand wordt verwacht op maandag, dinsdag, woensdag, donderdag en vrijdag van 08:00 - 17:00

Diensten ingesloten

Diensten ingesloten

Afhaal aan de luchthaven op Hoedspruit Airport

We will pick you up on a Saturday in Hoedspruit. Please inform us of your itinerary so that we are able to arrange your pickup. 

Accomodatie

You will have a private room with one bathroom in one of our accommodation sites: either a chalet, a cottage or in a 2-floor house. 

Eten & Drank

We have a kitchen staff preparing 3 meals per day for us: breakfast, lunch and dinner. Please specify any dietary restrictions before arrival. 

Internet toegang

Makkelijke toegang op de project site

Wat is er NIET inbegrepen?

Wat is er NIET inbegrepen?

Vlucht tickets

De dichtste luchthaven is Hoedspruit Airport (HDS) in Hoedspruit. We assisteren u met het vinden van goedkope vluchten naar Zuid-Afrika. VIND GOEDKOPE VLUCHTEN

Reisverzekering

Naar het buitenland reizen is een avontuur en het is best om goed voorbereid te zijn. Plots ziek worden of gewond raken, annulaties of diefstal - een reisverzekering voor Zuid-Afrika biedt zekerheid en is een meerwaarde. KRIJG EEN OFFERTE

Vaccinaties

Als je de intentie hebt om als vrijwilliger aan de slag te gaan in Zuid-Afrika dien je eerst medisch advies in te winnen alvorens je eropuit trekt. Kijk de benodigde vaccinaties na voor Zuid-Afrika. VACCINATIE CHECKER

Gegevens over jouw aankomst

This is a long-term volunteer position for a minimum 6-month stay. As a volunteer, you will be provided accommodation, all meals + all living costs inside our camp included in exchange of your work with us. 

Please apply for details on the available start dates. 

The project is located 60km outside of Hoedspruit near Kruger National Park.

You would need to either travel via plane or shuttle from Johannesburg to get to Hoedspruit.

A member of the team will be there to meet you on arrival and bring you to camp. Note that arrivals are only possible on Saturdays. 

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0€ per week 24 - 48 weken Leeftijd 21 - 50+

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Duurtijd

24 - 48 weken

Waarborg

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Finale betaling

Uw finale betaling zal worden goedgekeurd door DAKTARI Bush School gedurende de aanmeld procedure. Veel voorkomende oplossingen zijn een banktransfer of contante betaling op de projectsite.

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DAKTARI Bush School

Perfect 4.6 rating (109 beoordelingen)

NGO - opgericht in 2002

Geverifieerd door Volunteer World

  Uitstekend Responsgraad

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Gesproken talen: Engels

Over de organisatie

The mission of DAKTARI is to educate and inspire local children to value their environment and stimulate community development.

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OUR STORY: A LOVE STORY THAT BECAME DAKTARI

Ian and Michele Merrifield officially opened DAKTARI Bush School & Wildlife Orphanage in 2006 but it was a long road to make it happen. Ian and Michele met while Ian was working as a game ranger at Tshukudu Game Lodge and Michele was volunteering there as well. While hand-raising injured zebras, wildebeest, and warthogs, Ian and Michele fell in love.

Michele had long dreamed about living in Africa and taking care of the wildlife. When she met Ian, she was able to realise that dream. They left Tshukudu after getting married and opened a restaurant in Hoedspruit to start raising capital for their own wildlife orphanage. While there, Ian and Michele helped raise a local boy from the village named Thabo. He had almost no knowledge or understanding of his native wildlife and environment, so Ian and Michele began using the animals in their care to teach him. Thabo's understanding of conservation was typical of children in Limpopo and the idea of adding a bush school was born.

So where did the name DAKTARI come from? Michele says, "When we were younger, there was a TV program called Daktari. It was about a family in Africa, who looked after and raised many different types of orphaned wild animals. As kids we loved it and we remember getting deeply emotionally attached to the different animals." Sounds familiar right? Michele and Ian adopted the name and so DAKTARI Bush School & Wildlife Orphanage was born.

OUR MISSION

The Mission of DAKTARI is to educate and inspire local children to value their environment and stimulate community development.

Through the combination of the bush school and the wildlife orphanage, DAKTARI has developed an immersive educational experience for local children to learn about the wildlife around them, the environment, anti-poaching, and a wide variety of other issues, right in the middle of the bush. Our work extends into their communities through Eco Clubs at the secondary schools, career guidance for the youth, and community development projects.

109 beoordelingen · rating4.6

Leslie Williams rating3.4

2023 at Environment and Wildlife Education

The Daktari bush camp is a fun, exciting place to live, and it is doing wonderful work for the benefit and future of all of South Africa, in the things the kids learn. The Staff and Volunteers are incredible - working hard to keep the place running smoothly, and look after all the animals to the ...
Laurie CHASTANG rating4.4

2023 at Environment and Wildlife Education

This is my second time at Daktari. It’s always a pleasure to be here. You meet new volunteers who are always kind and friendly. The staff and the animals don’t change but I’m very happy to see them again. I advise you to do this volunteer experience because you can learn so much about the ...
Lana wattad rating4.6

2023 at Environment and Wildlife Education

it was really satesfying working with animal and kids at the same time, the teaching program is well written and managed, you can feel that you have an impact on the kids lives and also in south africas bright future ...
Henrique Gimenez rating5

2023 at Environment and Wildlife Education

Be part of Daktari project was one of the most incredible experience in my life. We learnt a lot with the kids during classes and funny moments and the contact with nature and animal is perfect. I hope be able to return one day to live unforgettable moments once again. Thank you ...
Brenda Cunha rating3.8

2023 at Environment and Wildlife Education

Stay with the kids was amazing and as there were a lot of voluntaries, it was easy to make everything with patience and organization. All the experience was really ...
Isabella Hillbrecht rating4.2

2023 at Environment and Wildlife Education

I really enjoyed the stay. At the time at Daktari really learned so much. All the people were really nice and friendly. I would definitely recommend it and maybe come ...

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