Green Ghana Project


VPWA is registered 
Charity No. DSW/3932,
Limited guarantee no.G-24,222,
  IRS Number ACLC 114251 
under category 9191.

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Architecture and Engineering

VPWA is offering opportunity for diverse individuals and groups to engage in practical field service contribution in Engineering, Planning and Architectural developmental field. Non profit organizations including VPWA engage in construction projects and support of  architects and engineers are welcome to offer technical support to such projects.


Beside been trained in this technical area, please meet below requirement before applying


Requirements:

· At least age 18 (no maximum age limit);
· Good knowledge in English language
· Strong commitment to values and principles of volunteerism;
· Ability to work in a multi-cultural environment;
· Ability to adjust in difficult living conditions;
· Strong interpersonal and communication skills


Available Positions


Engineers

 

Are you an engineer who wants to spend sometime volunteering to assist a community construction? Schools, Sanitary Facility, etc. Apply to work with a decentralize unit in Ghana’s governance structure or non-profit organization so you can contribute to the development of Ghana.

 

Apply

Planners

 

Are you an urban Planner? Do you desire to impact your skills in support of the growth of a developing country? We have an opportunity to place you to work with one of the decentralize unit in Ghana’s governance structure so you can contribute to the development of Ghana.

 

Apply

Architects

 

Are you an Architect? Do you want an experience in a developing world or contribute your skills to a project by a government agency or non profit organization? Let us know and we shall offer you the opportunity to contribute your skills.

 

Apply

Interns

 

If you are a fresh graduate or student in Engineering, Planning or Architectural Field and want to have real field experience which is difficult to get in Europe, VPWA shall offer you the opportunity to work and gain experience.

 

Apply

Relevant Notice

Minimum Stay

A minimum of one month commitment is required to be accepted

Dates

You can volunteer at any time throughout the year.

Cost of Living

Refer to Living Conditions and Cost  

Deposit

Half of total cost  of proposed stay (included in total price)

Location

Greater Accra & Eastern Region

Airport to fly into

Accra Airport (ACC) - (also known as Kotoka International Airport)

What’s included in the fees?

•  Accommodation
•  Meals  (Dinner)

What’s not included?

• Flights & Visa to and from Ghana
• Vaccinations (please speak to your local GP)
• Insurance (required)
 

Accommodation:

 

Volunteers working on VPWA projects in Ghana lives in Greater Accra and Eastern Region respectively. Confirm your project location with coordinator. Volunteers live in shared rooms. Couples are adviced to inform us in advance. The rooms have comfortable beds with pillows so no need to bring sleeping bags. There is fan. The volunteer apartment has kitchen with fridge. Toilet and shower facility available.

 

VPWA do not charge to provide below service 

· Application processing, interviews, pre-departure information and administrative works prior to arrival.

· Placement

. 24/7 Emergency support.

· Orientation prior to beginning of work

. Airport pick-up only


Please note below services might be offered base on availability

· Basic TWI language orientation

· Mobile phone SIM card number sent to you so you can inform family and friend’s your number before arriving in Ghana.

· Use of Internet at VPWA operational Head office.

· Certificate of Recognition for hardworking volunteers and opportunity to serve as VPWA ambassador in your city, college or community.

 

Health and Safety

Ghana is one of the safest countries in Africa. In the Global Peace Index it is ranked above both the United Kingdom and the US. It is the perfect introduction for first time volunteers to Africa. It has a democratic electoral process and a stable economy. Our team will ensure your health and safety at all times and you'll have emergency support 24/7.

Flights

Volunteers must arrange their own flights to Accra Airport (ACC). Please be aware that you should communicate your arrival date and time to Volunteer Coordinator. The following airlines fly into Accra:

Visa

You must obtain a volunteer visa for travel to Ghana. Once you have secured your place in the project and made deposit. We will send you a letter confirming your placement for your visa application.


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