Inclusive Education & Care Volunteer
ADRA-ADVENTIST DEVELOPMENT AND RELIEF AGENCY
UGANDA PIONEERS ASSOCIATION
KAMPALA, Uganda
Description
The care and support role for children with special needs challenges traditional stigma and neglect. It introduces inclusive practices that empower families, promote dignity, and influence systemic changes in service delivery and infrastructure. // RESPONSIBILITIES: Support the project team in the daily care and support of children at the center; Assist children in developing basic life skills, such as hygiene and station skills; Provide basic lessons focused on Early Childhood Development (ECD) and understanding; Collaborate with the team in providing various therapies to children; Conduct community visits to offer rehabilitation and support to parents/guardians; Identify and develop children's talents through games and sports activities; Liaise with other centers to promote the rights of children with disabilities; Assist in conducting basic research to promote inclusion.
Accommodation, food and transport arrangements
Accommodation will be provided in a shared apartment with other volunteers, each having a private, lockable bedroom, located in the suburbs of Kampala (Nansana or Kasubi-Nakulabye). A monthly allowance will cover food, communication expenses, and transportation. The volunteer will travel daily to the project site. Public transport in Kampala mainly consists of commuter taxis (Matatus), while shorter distances are typically covered using motorbikes known as Boda Bodas.
Training during the activity
The volunteer will participate in an online pre-departure training, followed by an in-person intensive induction upon arrival at the host organization. Additionally, the volunteer will receive financial support and encouragement to learn the local language.
Participant profile
POSITION IS NOT SUITABLE FOR CANDIDATES WITH PREVIOUS ESC/EVS/EU VOLUNTEERING EXPERIENCE EXCEEDING 5 MONTHS. We are looking for a motivated and empathetic individual with a background or strong interest in social work, education, psychology, special needs care, or a related field. The ideal candidate is patient, adaptable, and committed to inclusive practices and the rights of children with disabilities. Experience working with children or vulnerable groups is an advantage. The volunteer should be open to community work, basic research, and cross-cultural collaboration, and willing to engage respectfully with families and local partners throughout the assignment.
Activity dates
A total of 30 week(s) during the period 01/12/2026 to 01/07/2028
Activity location
8 MILES HOIMA ROAD, KAMPALA, Uganda
Activity type
Individual volunteering
Looking for participants from
Austria, Azores, Belgium, Bulgaria, Canary Islands, Croatia, Cyprus, Czechia, Denmark, Estonia, Finland, France, French Guiana, Germany, Greece, Guadeloupe, Hungary, Iceland, Ireland, Italy, Latvia, Liechtenstein, Lithuania, Luxembourg, Madeira, Malta, Martinique, Mayotte, Netherlands, North Macedonia, Poland, Portugal, Romania, Réunion, Saint Martin (french part), Slovakia, Slovenia, Spain, Sweden, Türkiye
Activity topics
Basic skills and key competences
Bridging intercultural, intergenerational and social divide
Community development
Development of disadvantaged rural and urban areas
Digital literacy skills and competences
Digital safety and data protection
Digital youth work
Disabilities
Education and training
Employability
Employment and entrepreneurship
Entrepreneurial learning - entrepreneurship education
Equal access and transition to labour market
Human rights and rule of law
Inclusion of marginalised young people
Inter-regional cooperation
International relations and development cooperation
Physical and mental health, well-being
Preventing early school leaving and failure in education
Preventing racism and discrimination
Preventing radicalisation
Prevention of bullying
Prevention of conflicts, post-conflict rehabilitation
Reception and integration of refugees and migrants
Roma and/or other minorities
Shelter
Social assistance and welfare
Support to local Small and Medium Enterprises
Tackling Geographical remoteness and involving rural areas
WASH (Water, sanitation and hygiene)
Youth employability
Youth policy development
Deadline for applications
Application deadline: 18/11/2026 23:59
Project code
2025-1-EACEA-VOLUN-101252203