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You will live and work in a country with a totally different culture, religion, climate, language and even hygiene standards. Check out <a href="#1">here</a> the qualities we look for in a volunteer.</li> <li>Are you prepared to invest the necessary time and effort into the required self-briefing and training before going overseas?</li> <li>Have you read all the information available on this website and furthermore on the VSO UK website?</li> </ol> <h2>How to apply</h2> <p>If the answer to all the above questions is YES, please go to <a href="http://www.vso.org.uk" target="_blank">www.vso.org.uk</a> in order to register your application online. VSO will evaluate your professional background and abilities against current and forecasted volunteer demand from its partners in Africa and Asia and will give you a feedback about your application.</p> <p>Once VSO assessors decide, based on your <em>CV</em>, that your skills and qualifications are suitable for the current volunteer demand received from partners in Africa & Asia, you will be invited to fill in the VSO <em>Application Form</em> and to schedule your attendance to an <em>Assessment Day</em> in London. Once selected, volunteers are <em>matched</em> to a suitable volunteer placement, go through 2 compusory <em>training</em> sessions and start their <em>departure preparations</em> under the guidance of VSO staff. </p> <p align="center"><strong>STEPS TO BECOME A VSO VOLUNTEER</strong></p> <p align="center"><span class="style5">APPLICATION: VSO receives your online registration. <br /> </span><span class="style13">If your skills are suitable for VSO's overseas partners:</span><span class="style5"><br /> |<br /> </span><span class="style5"> You will be asked to fill in the <br /> Application Form <br /> </span><span class="style4">and will be invited for an Assessment Day</span><span class="style5">.<br /> |<br /> SELECTION: Assessment Day in London.<br /> </span><span class="style4"><em>If you are selected to become a VSO volunteer:</em></span><span class="style5"><br /> |<br /> You will be sent an Information Pack<br /> </span><span class="style4">along with medical forms to be filled. You will be asked to start medical preparations and send some documents to VSO. VSO will then start searching for a suitable Volunteer Placement for you.</span><span class="style5"> <br /> |<br /> Training 1: Preparing to Volunteer (P2V).<br /> </span><span class="style4">3 days (Fri. evening to Mon. morning)</span><span class="style5"><br /> |<br /> VSO matches you to a suitable Volunteer Placement<br /> </span><span class="style4"><span class="style4">(you will be offered 2-3 placement choices, depending on the particularities of your application</span>)</span><span class="style5"><br /> |<br /> Other pre-departure preparations<br /> </span><span class="style4">(visa, vaccines, personal arrangements for your social contribution fund, etc.)</span><span class="style5"><br /> |<br /> Training 2: Skills for Working in Development (SKWID) </span><span class="style4">and Health & Security briefing</span><span class="style5"><br /> </span><span class="style4">(4 days - Wed. to Sun.)</span><span class="style5"><br /> |<br /> DEPARTURE<br /> |<br /> In-country training: </span><span class="style4">local language and culture</span><span class="style5"><br /> </span><span class="style4">(from a few days up to 3 months)</span><span class="style5"><br /> |<br /> You start your placement </span></p> <p><span class="style2">In order to cover all the steps and preparations, from applying to going on a volunteer placement it usually takes <strong>aprox. 6 to 8 months</strong>. </span></p> <h2> The Application Procedure</h2> <p>Based on your detailed <strong>CV</strong>, VSO will assess your <em>professional profile</em> to decide whether an overseas partner is likely to ask for your skills and experience in the near future. We might also ask you to give us additional details. </p> <p>If this step is successful, VSO will invite you to fill in an <strong><a href="download/VSO_application_form.pdf" target="_blank">Application Form</a> </strong>. We will also take up <em>personal and professional references</em> and invite you to an <span class="style2">Assessment Day in London</span>. <br /> </p> <h2>The Assessment Process<a name="1" id="1"></a></h2> <p>The <strong>Assessment Day</strong> is the main selection threshold. It includes a variety of group and individual activities, along with an extensive interview. These elements enable VSO to look for the <em>personal qualities</em> you’ll need to meet the challenge of living and working overseas:</p> <ul> <li>self-assurance </li> <li>flexibility and adaptability </li> <li>a flair for solving problems </li> <li>ability to work in a team </li> <li>sensitivity to the needs of others </li> <li>a desire to learn and help others learn </li> <li>a positive and realistic commitment to volunteering.</li> </ul> <p>We’ll ask you to give examples of times and situations where you’ve used these qualities. Based on your overall performance, the VSO Assessors will decide whether you are suitable for living and working in a developing country and whether you are likely to be able to carry out a long-term VSO placement. </p> <p><em><strong>Please note that the Assessment Day will take place in the UK, at VSO's headquarters in London and that you will have to cover most of your travel and accommodation expenses for this step. Due to its limited financial resources, VSO will be able to reimburse only a small part of your expenses* (conditions apply). </strong></em></p> <h2>The Matching Process</h2> <p>If your assessment is successful <span class="style2">you’ll be allocated a <strong>VSO placement advisor (VPA)</strong>.</span> They’ll be your main point of contact with VSO until you go overseas. Their job is to help you find the right opportunity and work with you through the administrative process. </p> <p>In matching you with a placement, we’ll try to accommodate any personal preferences you may have. A successful match often depends on flexibility from all sides. The number of placements for which you might be considered will depend on:</p> <ul> <li>your qualifications and experience </li> <li>the number of requests for your skills that VSO receives </li> <li>the number of volunteers with skills similar to yours.</li> </ul> <p>If your placement advisor is able to match you with a placement they will show you a <span class="style4"><span class="style2"><strong>job description</strong></span>.</span> Before accepting a volunteer placement you’ll be able to:</p> <ul> <li>ask your placement advisor about anything that is unclear or concerns you; </li> <li>think about your personal and professional learning needs in relation to the job; </li> <li><span class="style2">use information or learning material provided by VSO</span> to prepare you for your posting; </li> <li>talk to former volunteers.</li> </ul> <p>We won’t expect you to accept a placement unless you’re happy with it.</p> <p>Please note: Your departure and placement will be conditional on <span class="style4"><span class="style11">medical clearance</span> <span class="style2">from your doctor, carrying out the required <strong>immunisations</strong>, obtaining your <strong>visa and work permit</strong> and</span> <span class="style2">providing a </span><span class="style11">criminal records checks.</span></span> VSO will assist you with these steps, as well as reimburse your costs. </p> <h2>Preparation for your departure<a name="2" id="2"></a></h2> <p>VSO is committed to helping you prepare as fully as possible for your role. Training takes place both before your departure and after your arrival in country. </p> <p><span class="style2"><strong>Pre-departure training </strong>sessions cover everything from an introduction to working in international development to ensuring your health and safety while away.</span> There are 2 training sessions that you will have to attend in order to be able to take up a VSO volunteer job. These sessions will last for 3 days (P2V - <em>Preparing to Volunteer</em>) and 4 days (SKWID - <em>Skills for Working in Development)</em>, respectively. For both training sessions you will have to travel to VSO's Training Center in Birmingham, UK. Some volunteer placements also require <strong>motorcycle training</strong>. <em><strong>Please note that VSO will be able to cover your training and accommodation costs, but you will be asked to cover most of your travel expenses to the UK. Attending both pre-departure training sessions is compulsory. </strong></em></p> <p>When you arrive in your country of placement you’ll also have some <span class="style11">language and cultural awareness training</span> before you start your job. This can last from a few days to three months, depending on the importance of the local language in your role as a VSO volunteer.</p> <p> </p> <div class="inapoi" ><a href="#a" ><span class="inapoiVoluntariat" ><<Back</span> </a> </div> <td valign="top" width ="20%" class="right"><div align="left"> <div align="center"> <p class="style10"><a href="http://www.voluntariat.ro" target="_blank">Voluntariatul in tara><br /> www.voluntariat.ro</a></p> </div> <p><img src="images/globalex194_198x149_tcm8-12031.jpg" alt="© VSO/Jon Spaull" height="107" /> <br/> <img src="images/africa.jpg" alt="© VSO/Simon Rawles" width="141" height="107" /> <br/> <img src="images/karen_dahlgren_tcm8-8725.jpg" alt="© VSO/Jon Spaull" height="107" /> <br/> <img src="images/kids_crowd_large_tcm8-2700.jpg" alt="© VSO/Richard Crease/Daily Echo" width="144" height="107" /> <br/> <img src="images/naturalresources_large_tcm8-2643.jpg" alt="© VSO" width="144" height="99" /> <br/> <img src="images/man_with_rickshaw_tcm8-10214.jpg" alt="© VSO" width="147" height="107" /> <br/> <img src="images/Robinbacon_tcm8-8728.jpg" alt="© VSO/Ben Langdon" width="145" height="107" /> <br/> <img src="images/zambian_children_large_tcm8-2685.jpg" alt="© VSO/Richard Crease/Daily Echo" width="143" height="100" /><br /> </p> <p> <img src="images/bangladesh_vols.jpg" alt="© VSO/Jon Spaull" width="144" height="107" /><br /> <br /> <img src="images/GXhome.jpg" alt="© VSOl" width="145" height="107" /><br /> <br /> <img src="images/china_home.jpg" alt="© VSO/Ben Langdon " width="143" height="107" /><br /> <br /> <img src="images/globalexchange096_tcm8-11778.jpg" alt="© VSO/Jon Spaull" width="146" height="107" /><br /> <br /> <img src="images/mendes2_tcm8-11791.jpg" alt="© VSO/Aubrey Fagon" width="147" height="107" /><br /> <br /> <img src="images/globalexchange170_tcm8-11779.jpg" alt="© VSO/Jon Spaull" width="145" height="107" /></p> <p><img src="images/IMG1617_tcm8-11795.jpg" alt="© VSO" width="147" height="107" /><br /> <br /> <img src="images/Newsandideas_tcm8-11799.jpg" alt="© VSO/Annie Bungeroth" width="146" /><br /> <br /> <img src="images/Rose_tcm8-11776.jpg" alt="© VSO/Ben Langdon" width="146" height="107" /></p> <p><br/> </p> </div> </div> </div></td> </tr> </table> <div id="siteInfo"; align="center">Copyright © 2009 <a href="http://www.provobis.ro" target="_blank">Pro Vobis</a> & <a href="http://www.vso.org.uk" target="_blank">VSO</a>- Toate drepturile rezervate<br/> <table width="132" border="0" cellspacing="0" cellpadding="3"> <tr><td align="center"><a href="http://www.website-hit-counters.com" target="_blank"><img src="http://www.website-hit-counters.com/cgi-bin/image.pl?URL=78666-5270" alt="link to free website hit counter web page" border="0" ></a></td></tr><tr> </tr></table> </div> <br> </body> </html> Save