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This project would be brilliant for a business minded person who is experienced within the field because you'll assist a community arts & crafts organisation run by local Zulu people.

The centre needs help with how to run the business and develop it in order to benefit the local community and provide them with a sustainable income. Your assistance here would be to help them achieve these objectives.

LOCATION:

This project is located the historically famous Rorke's Drift in rural KwaZulu Natal in the heart of a Zulu community. The area of Rorke's Drift has stunning scenery and plenty to offer for those interested in hiking and outdoor activities.

Rorke's Drift is home to one of the most famous battle fields in history and in particular British history, it is the sight where 139 British soldiers defeated between 4,000 and 5,000 Zulus. The battle is also famous for the fact that 11 Victoria crosses were awarded after the battle the highest ever in single battle in British military history. The art centre where the project is based is based on the battle fields itself.

WHAT YOU'LL GAIN FROM DOING THIS PROJECT:

► An exciting, never-to-be-forgotten adventure into Africa and Zulu culture.
► The enormous satisfaction of helping a local community achieve sustainable business and development, and knowing that you made a difference to them
► New skills, more confidence, a greater understanding of a different culture, invaluable personal and professional development.
► An entry on your CV or résumé that will put you head and shoulders above most others in the job market
► And best of all ... AN UNFORGETTABLE EXPERIENCE!

PROJECT OVERVIEW:

You'll work with a famous arts and crafts centre and help run the business to empower and also train local people to run the business for themselves. You'll be involved in a number of roles:
► Administration work
► Scheduling
► Financial Management
► Training the staff how to run the organisation
► Proposal Writing (will be limited)
► PR and fundraising (will be limited)

Your role will be to work in the day to day running of the arts and crafts centre assisting with the administration of the organisation as well as training the staff and helping them to learn how to run a business. The objective of this placement is to let the staff help themselves and the business through your training and help so they can run the centre as a sustainable and locally run organisation.

As well as training the staff you may have the opportunity to get involved with a bit of PR and fundraising, but this will be limited as the main emphasis of your project is to get the administration side of the centre up and running efficiently so the staff can act for themselves through your training.

PROJECT REQUIREMENTS:

This project duration is for a minimum of 8 weeks, but ideally 3 months or longer. You should have a business background including some knowledge of at least one of the following:
► Accounting/bookkeeping
► Telephone and customer relations
► Basic office skills
► Fundraising and possible knowledge of PR

ACCOMMODATION AND FOOD:

You'll live in the village of Rorke's Drift right next to the battlefield and a 2 minute walk from your work. You’ll live in a self catering apartment either alone or with another volunteer. The accommodation has a number of bedrooms, kitchen, dining/sitting room, bathroom and garden. You'll also receive a food allowance.

On the weekends you will have the opportunity to go out of Rorke's Drift and participate in a number of activities such as hiking and climbing, white water rafting, safari to a game park about 25km away or visiting some of the other nearby battlefields.

ADDITIONAL ACTIVITIES YOU CAN DO WHILE ON THIS PROJECT:

► A 5-DAY OR or 7-DAY SAFARI from Cape Town up the renowned Garden Route: taking in Dolphin and Whale Spotting, visits to many tourist attractions, such as a visit to a brewery(!), the Bloukrantz Bungy Jump (reportedly the highest in the world), and a guided tour of the Cango Caves.
► SURFING COURSES: In the buzz city of Durban.
► PARAGLIDING COURSE: Soar over the impressively beautiful Drakensburg Mountain. You'll get a licence at the end of the course which qualifies you to do solo paragliding around the world.
► 5-DAY BUSH SURVIVAL COURSE: This is a fantastic experience and opportunity to see lots of wild animals in their native habitats in Game Reserves. You'll learn a lot and you'll really enjoy learning some bush skills in the great outdoors!

WHAT TO DO NEXT:

Talk to us - We're there to help you.Call +44 (0) 1903 502595
Most of our team are ex Travellers volunteers and are ideally qualified to offer advice and guidance because they know what you're looking for. They'll help you find your perfect project - and then make it all happen!

If you’d like more information about this or any of our projects, please email or call us! If you’d like to apply for this project, please go to our website and complete the application form. As soon as we receive it, we’ll liaise with you and then start making your travel adventure happen.

It’s as easy as that.

Duration

Available all year round. Our placements are very flexible, you can choose your own start and finish dates.

Start Dates

Flexible start and finish dates you choose. Our placements are flexible and can be tailored to match your preferences. For availability please contact the office.

Costs / Benefits

Costs vary depending on length of placement, but starts at £795 for two weeks. You can participate for up to one year, subject to visa requirements.
Included is full support from the moment of booking and throughout your placement to your return home. There are support staff 24/7 in all our destinations worldwide and a 24 hour emergency international telephone line direct to the Head Office. All meals are provided, unless otherwise stated. Accommodation is provided (whether a rented house, a hotel/hostel, homestay, apartment or flat).
You’ll be met at the nearest airport on your arrival by our in-country manager who will take you to your accommodation and give you a full induction into the area. He/she will also be on call 24/7 and you’ll see them frequently.
Pre-departure you’ll receive comprehensive information about every aspect of your placement and necessary preparations, ranging from what to pack, to visa information, to what to do on your weekend travel in the country. Your safety, well being and happiness throughout your placement are our primary concerns and we will keep in touch with you throughout. International flights not included.

Requirements

Qualifications depend on which placement you choose. Some don't require any qualifications or experience and some others would prefer some experience. Please speak to us so that we can help you choose the placement that is right for you and will give you the most beneficial experience. All placements do require you to have initiative, adaptability and patience (and a good sense of humor helps!)