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Volunteer jobs

Your skills could help communities in the world's poorest countries

Each year, hundreds of people start rewarding jobs as volunteers in developing countries. Volunteers say they return to their own country equipped with invaluable professional experience, a wealth of memories, and a whole new perspective on life.

Developing communities need you to:

use your professional skills to train and advise colleagues in your area of expertise
live and work within the local community, for up to 2 years
work creatively and adapt to unfamiliar situations - often with few resources.

To take on this challenge you'll get:

a living allowance, accommodation, insurance and flights
individually tailored training, support and advice pre-departure
networking opportunities with other volunteers
support and advice to help you settle in on your return to your home country.

What next?

You'll get the most out of these pages if you follow these steps:

Step One Discover what volunteer jobs we're recruiting for now, and what skills you'll need to apply. Search for opportunities

Step Two Find out about the personal and professional benefits of doing VSO, and how we make it possible, including full financial support. Discover more about the VSO experience, support, benefits and finance

Step Three If you are interested in volunteering, now or in the future, or would just like to receive an information pack, please register your interest. Register Now