International Volunteer Program
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KHEN invites skilled international professionals and students studying in professional areas to join the team and help contribute to KHEN's projects. We partner with Australian Volunteers International (AVI) and Macquarie University through PACE International for international volunteers, but also with self funded skilled international individuals. We do not tend to take on unskilled international volunteers, but please get in touch with details of your experience and let us know what you can offer as we will make decisions on a case by case basis. We are also willing to hear about new volunteer partnerships. We treat our volunteers as partners and consultants in an environment of mutual learning.
Self funded volunteering means the volunteer covers all cost. Costs will likely include; accommodation costs, flight costs, visa costs (1 month - $30, 6 months - $180, year -$280), general living / food and drink costs. However, rest assured that you will be given assistance with finding accommodation and acclimatisation to the local area in general. Your safety, security and happiness is of utmost importance to us. Where possible KHEN will cover project activity costs such as field visits for self funded volunteers. |
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The minimum placement period we ask for is 2 months, with a focus on the volunteer completing a specific project or assignment. The overall length of the placement is negotiable depending on the project / assignment. A typical project duration is 3 months, 6 months or 1 year.
We generally discourage voluntourism, which is defined as an opportunity that is geared more towards the volunteer than the organisation. Therefore with KHEN, you can be sure that what your are doing is legitimate and genuinely a worthwhile contribution to Cambodia, Cambodian children and all of KHEN's beneficiaries. This means that if KHEN does not require your services, we will tell you directly why this is so.
From time to time vacancies may be listed here for specific skills / professional experience that we are looking for. Do not be discouraged if there are no vacancies listed in your line of work / skill set / expertise - please still contact us below and we will contact you when a vacancy arises.
We generally discourage voluntourism, which is defined as an opportunity that is geared more towards the volunteer than the organisation. Therefore with KHEN, you can be sure that what your are doing is legitimate and genuinely a worthwhile contribution to Cambodia, Cambodian children and all of KHEN's beneficiaries. This means that if KHEN does not require your services, we will tell you directly why this is so.
From time to time vacancies may be listed here for specific skills / professional experience that we are looking for. Do not be discouraged if there are no vacancies listed in your line of work / skill set / expertise - please still contact us below and we will contact you when a vacancy arises.
INTERNATIONAL VOLUNTEER PROFILE
KHEN is looking for people who have a desire to work for a local NGO at grassroots level, and are looking to contribute to KHEN's mission of a better life for children through education (access & quality).
We want: Someone who is passionate and committed to a Child Rights approach, and willing to work in remote areas depending on the project and your role (office based roles are likely to be based in Battambang city and will not require as many field/remote visits). The volunteer will be working within a Child Safe Organisation and Team - and will be expected to have a police check/clearance from their country of origin that indicates they are suitable to work with children, and understand and abide by KHEN's Child Protection Policy.
Desirable Skills or Knowledge of:
Note: Typical duties / a job profile will be worked out once you have made contact with KHEN.
Please email us now to apply for a volunteering role -
We want: Someone who is passionate and committed to a Child Rights approach, and willing to work in remote areas depending on the project and your role (office based roles are likely to be based in Battambang city and will not require as many field/remote visits). The volunteer will be working within a Child Safe Organisation and Team - and will be expected to have a police check/clearance from their country of origin that indicates they are suitable to work with children, and understand and abide by KHEN's Child Protection Policy.
Desirable Skills or Knowledge of:
- Early childhood or basic (kindergarten to grade 9) education
- Child rights knowledge and advocacy
- Effective communication
- Water sanitation and hygiene
- Environmental work/aspects
- Disability awareness
- ICT (Information, Communication and Technology) skills
Note: Typical duties / a job profile will be worked out once you have made contact with KHEN.
Please email us now to apply for a volunteering role -
PLEASE INCLUDE YOUR FULL NAME, YOUR SKILLS AND WHY YOU WOULD LIKE TO VOLUNTEER IN YOUR EMAIL TO US |
PREVIOUS AVI VOLUNTEER - KATHLEEN - ORGANISATIONAL DEVELOPMENT/MANAGEMENT
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" I enjoyed my time with KHEN and the opportunity it gave me to meet the people of Battambang, explore Kampuchea and support KHEN in their endeavours to expand inclusive education to children in remote areas of the province. "
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