God’s Eye Orphanage is located in Nkwanta, North of the Volta Region and about 250km from Accra. The Volta Region is one of the poorest parts of Ghana. The town has electricity and telephone service, as well as an internet café. Nkwanta is near to some popular tourist attractions including waterfalls, the monkey sanctuary and the tallest mountain in Ghana, all of which can be visited by volunteers at the weekends. When you do a volunteer place at GEO, you will initially spend two days in Accra under the supervision of VPWA who will help acclimatise you before you head to Nkwanta. We do hope you will enjoy your stay while helping those who need it most. Send your inquiries to info@vpwa.org Available Opportunities:
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Pre-School Teacher
A pre-school volunteer is required for children below the age of 5. You will teach them simple reading, numbers, music, drama
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Orphan's Care Assistant
A volunteer is required to help the children throughout the day. This can entail helping them get ready for school, feeding them and just generally giving them love, attention and a smile.
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Health Care Volunteer
You'll be required to teach the orphans about health issues such as hygiene, sanitation and STDs. The ideal volunteer will also be able to teach basic first aid.
| Kitchen Assistant
A volunteer is required to assist in the preparation of meals for the orphans and to teach them the importance of a healthy diet. You will need to familiarise yourself with local products for this role.
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Volunteer requirements - At least age 18 (no maximum age limit);
- Good English
- Strong interpersonal and communication skills
- Strong commitment to values and principles of volunteerism
- Ability to work in a multi-cultural environment
- Ability to adjust to difficult living and working conditions
- You will need to show initiative and enthusiasm to face the many hurdles and challenges that you will encounter
- Volunteers must have an interest in child welfare, be compassionate and loving.
Further details Project Duration | No minimum commitment. | Dates | You can volunteer at any time throughout the year. | Cost of Living
| Refer to Living Conditions and Cost €400 for first 4 weeks and below. Each additional week is €100. Up to 30% Scholarship available if staying longer (Use www.xe.com for currency conversions). | Deposit | Half of the total cost of proposed stay (included in total price) | Location | GA West Municipality in Greater Accra. | Airport to fly into | Accra Airport (ACC) - (also known as Kotoka International Airpor |
Documentation Requirements - Completed application form - required for application.
- Current CV (Resume) - required for application.
- Information on your travel arrangements (flight number, airline, arrival and departure times.
What’s included in the project fees? - Accommodation
- Meal(Dinner)
What’s not included? - Flights & Visa
- Vaccinations (please speak to your local GP)
- Insurance (required)
Accommodation: Volunteers working on VPWA projects live in Greater Accra and Eastern Region. Please confirm your project location with our coordinator. Volunteers live in shared rooms. Couples are adviced to inform us if they wish to share a room in advance. The rooms have comfortable beds with pillows and covers, so there is no need to bring sleeping bags. The volunteer apartment has a kitchen with fridge, as well as toilet and shower facilities. 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
The following services may also be offered based on availability - Basic TWI language orientation
- Mobile phone SIM card number sent to you ahead of departure, so that you can inform family and friend’s your number in Ghana
- Internet use at VPWA operational head office
- Certificate of Recognition given to hardworking volunteers, as well as the 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 provides a 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 on the project and made a deposit. We will then send you a letter confirming your placement which you can use for your visa application. | 
