Administrator

Location
Projects based in Malaysian Borneo
Salary
Voluntary, living expenses provided
Posted
08 Sep 2015
Closes
08 Oct 2015
Job Function
Administration
Hours
Full Time
Contract
Temp
Listing Type
Job vacancy

What will you learn volunteering with Raleigh?

We are looking for enthusiastic and motivated Administrators to join our international expeditions in Malaysian Borneo next January 2016. You do not need previous administration experience for this role but the ability to work well within a team in a busy and challenging environment. Break away from the norm and spend 13 weeks working and living in one of the most bio-diverse places on the planet. 

Raleigh International is a sustainable development charity, we believe in the passion and energy of young people from around the world to create long lasting positive change in some of the most poverty stricken communities. Our programmes focus on providing safe access to water, protecting vulnerable environments and building more resilient communities, all whilst developing the skills and confidence of young people. In order to safely and effectively run our expeditions we rely on volunteer managers. 

As an Administrator you will;

  • Ensure the smooth running of the expedition and be responsible for the day-today management of the expedition office
  • Work closely alongside support team to collaboratively run the expedition fieldbase
  • Spend some time on any of the community, environment or adventure projects 

This is an unpaid voluntary position however when you are in country we will cover;

  • All living expenses included during the expedition - food, accommodation, equipment
  • Full training and support before and during the expedition
  • Travel and medical insurance included
  • In country transport

Benefits;

  • Gain and develop experience in an admin role
  • Experience international development first hand
  • Gain experience in an expedition environment
  • Learn and develop knowledge of international sustainable development
  • Learn new skills to develop or change your career
  • Gain and develop experience working with young people in a challenging environment
  • Experience living in a completely new and exciting remote location, in the heart of the Malaysian rainforest

Expedition dates: 27th January - 25th April 2016

We encourage all our volunteers to fundraise before the expedition. For more information on our volunteer manager fundraising targets please visit our website.

If you are interested in the role please click the visit website button and complete the online application form, along with sending us a copy of your CV. 

If you have any questions about this role please contact us on +44(0) 207 183 1295.

Make 2016 the year you become re-inspired and join a Raleigh expedition.

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