Join us for 10 months in Uganda and help support refugees in Africa! The selected volunteer(s) will receive a monthly pocket allowance of €1100 net to cover expenses in the field.
Want to learn how humanitarian projects work in practice? Gain valuable experience in monitoring, data analysis and reporting? If you are motivated, eager to learn and have experience focused on analysis and data (e.g. from school or previous activities), this volunteer position is for you!
About the project: Uganda is home to nearly two million refugees from countries as diverse as South Sudan, Burundi and Congo. Since 1999, ADRA Uganda has been a key player in helping refugees and has implemented a number of projects to improve their living conditions. Come and be part of our team that helps measure the impact of these projects.
What will be your role? Under the guidance of the Programme Manager, you will assist the team in monitoring projects, collecting data, analysing it and creating reports. You will gain experience working in the field and learn how to evaluate the effectiveness of humanitarian projects in real-life settings. In addition, you will have the opportunity to work with data analysis tools and statistical software.
Your main tasks will be:
- Support the team in setting up and improving systems for data collection and analysis.
- Visit field projects, collect data directly from beneficiaries and stakeholders.
- Assist in analyzing collected data and creating visual and written reports.
- Monitor progress of projects and provide feedback for effective planning of future activities.
- Contribute to training and capacity building of local staff in monitoring and evaluation (MEAL).
- Learn new methods and tools for data analysis that you will be able to use in the future.
Who is the ideal candidate?
We are looking for enthusiastic and motivated individuals who are ready to learn and gain practical experience. Although previous professional experience is not a requirement, we would certainly appreciate it if you have:
- University degree in social sciences (e.g. sociology, statistics) or related fields.
- Basic knowledge of data collection and analysis, project evaluation or research methods (you can now put what you learned in school into practice!).
- Analytical thinking and ability to work with data.
- Orientation on humanitarian aid topics and the project cycle.
- Excellent knowledge of English (another language is an advantage!).
- Ability to work independently, reliably and efficiently, even under challenging conditions.
- Knowledge of Microsoft Office tools and basic knowledge of statistical software are an advantage.
Why join us?
- You will gain invaluable experience in monitoring and evaluating projects in the field.
- You will learn to use professional tools and methods of data analysis.
- You'll be part of an organisation that makes a real difference to people in need.
- The experience you gain will open doors to the world of humanitarian aid or analytical positions.
The costs of volunteering, including flights, insurance, vaccinations, are fully covered by ADRA and donors. Volunteers receive a monthly pocket allowance (lump sum) of 1100 € net to cover additional costs in the field. These costs include e.g. food, local travel costs, communication, etc.
You can apply until 31.3.2025.
The application must include a CV in Slovak language, a cover letter and a completed consent to the processing of personal data. Send applications to dominique.burchel@adra.sk.
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The deployment of volunteers is funded by the Official Development Assistance of the Slovak Republic.
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