PROJECT-E

About us

Under the mission statement of „Education Empowers”, the student-run NGO, PROJECT-E, aims to provide underprivileged women with the chance for a better, more self-determined future.

PROJECT-E offers high-quality, market-oriented vocational education to young Ethiopian women from socially destitute backgrounds, in order to break the cycle of poverty at an early stage. The program is unique in its approach and enjoys a high reputation for quality in education, professional volunteers and sustainability.

The European team consists of about fifteen students and young professionals living and working all over Europe. They are in charge of PROJECT-E’s general management, coordinating and discussing the development of the project in weekly skype calls. Most importantly, they all work voluntarily.

About the project

In PROJECT-E’s Hospitality Institute in Addis Ababa, the capital of Ethiopia, twenty young women from destitute social backgrounds get the yearly chance to pursue a two-year program in hotel operations. Furthermore, they receive social and financial support. Ten local staff members and several international and local volunteers run the project and its daily operations under the supervision of a project manager and a country representative.

What? Volunteering position in an NGO’s Hospitality Institute

Where? Addis Ababa, Ethiopia

When? Starting any time, for one month

Your Responsibilities:

– Assisting the Public Relations and Fundraising departments
– General tasks include writing blog articles, contacting international foundations, establishing media contacts and assisting the local staff with daily operations. Tasks will vary depending on the project’s needs.

Requirements:

– High motivation and the ability to work independently
– Cultural sensitivity and a willingness to learn about, and integrate into Ethiopian culture
– Fluency in the English language (written and spoken)

PROJECT-E offers:

– High level of responsibility and independence
– The possibility of really making a difference in our project and the opportunity to give it your personal touch
– An inspiring work atmosphere in a young and motivated team Accommodation in our volunteer flat and free lunch at the Institute