VOLUNTEER WITH US
become an OBSM Changemaker.
GAIN INVALUABLE EXPERIENCE BY spendING one+ years living and working with the maasai.
The O'Brien School for the Maasai is hiring 3 long-term volunteers to begin in summer 2018! Benefits include free room & board at the school as well as a once-in-a-lifetime opportunity to build administrative skills and valuable experience working cross-culturally. A Tanzanian Work Permit will be obtained for you to ensure eligibility for you to work in the country.
Learn more about open positions below and contact Volunteer Program Manager, Andrea, to apply or ask questions.
basic requirements (All positions)
Adaptability, commitment to service, cultural sensitivity
Strong leadership skills, ability to work with a team and delegate tasks
Willingness and ability to live and work in a rural area of Tanzania
PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONs (All positions)
Bachelor's Degree
Volunteer or work experience in Tanzania
Basic knowledge of Swahili
Management and leadership skills
open positions
Last updated: 22 March 2018
school Director
"MKURUGENZI WA shule"
The school director is the adminstrative lead, directly supervising staff, students, and volunteers.
ADDITIONAL REQUIREMENTS:
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Management experience, especially in an educational setting
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Excellent written and verbal communication skills
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Ability to effectively and efficiently implement projects
PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS:
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Experience in the education field or working with children
office manager
"meneja WA ofisi"
The Office Manager is the assistant leader of the school and manages finances.
ADDITIONAL REQUIREMENTS:
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Excellent attention to detail and organizational skills
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Math and finance skills
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Proficiency in Microsoft Excel
PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS:
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Financial and project management experience
Director of special projects
"MKURUGENZI WA kitengo maalum"
The director of special projects is responsible for planning and implementing women’s entrepreneurial projects and students' clubs, and activities.
ADDITIONAL REQUIREMENTS:
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Strong interpersonal skills and ability to network with others
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Ability to effectively and efficiently implement and supervise extra-curricular projects
PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS:
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Experience engaging women and children in activities