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Trip | Volunteer in Kenya
Medicine Program in Gatanga Village, Kenya
Gatanga, Kenya
Quick Facts
about this position
Working hours
none
Minimum age
from 18 years
Education
studies in Medicine
Language skills
Good english knowledge
About this position
Overview Medicine Program in Gatanga Village, Kenya
As a developing country, Kenya’s health sector is still a big problem, even today. Especially in rural and less developed areas, locals tend to lack affordable health care. In many small communities there are health services and hospitals owned by government, but unfortunately they are limited in equipment. Furthermore, they are mostly understaffed, that is why helping hands are urgently needed. The project in Gatanga village allows the locals to gain access to the necessary health care.
What to expect
Description Medicine Program in Gatanga Village, Kenya
Support the villagers and simultaneously acquire work experience in the field of medicine. According to the local needs, you either work in a small health care center or a district hospital. Which task will be given to you depends on your skills and level of qualification. While participating, you will be interacting with local doctors and nurses – the ideal opportunity to expand your knowledge and get to know foreign medical practices. Take your chance and support the locals with the necessary healthcare!
You are expected to bring your own medical gloves, scrubs and mask with you. More medical material and supplies that could be useful during your placement are welcomed.
Daily routine
- Breakfast
- Working at a hospital or healthcare center
- Lunch
- Working at a hospital or healthcare center
- Dinner
The exact daily routine varies depending on local conditions, weather or unpredictable circumstances.
Requirements
- Minimum age: 18 years old
- Qualification: Nursing and medical students (at least 2 years of study), trained nurses, doctors (CV is requested)
- Language skills: basic English
- Willingness to learn
- Ability to deal with labor-intensive and difficult days
Itinerary of your stay abroad
Program Flow Community Engagement in Gatanga, Kenya
The project is available all year round – you can start in your favorite week!
Arrival
Volunteers are requested to arrive on Sundays at Jomo Kenyatta International Airport (NBO). Between 8am and 6pm, our partner organization will provide a personal pick-up at the airport and drop you to your accommodation safely. The ride takes approximately one hour. If you arrive on Saturdays or Weekdays, the pick-up must be either self-organized or extra paid. At the airport, currency can be changed and the driver helps you to get a cheap, local sim card for your mobile phone.
Introduction Week
Before you start participating in your project, a divers introduction week is waiting for you! All interns and volunteers will be joining various activities that will help you learn and understand the Kenyan culture and traditions, and it will smoothen the cultural shock! Have fun while learning the basics of Swahili and how to cook traditional meals. Furthermore, you will experience the Kenya’s natural beauty during your excursions – a visit of Great Rift Valley and Aberdare Mountains are included. On the last days, it’s time for practice! You will get the opportunity to visit various projects and try your hand at helping out.
Start your project
After introduction week, you start participating in your project on Monday. The way to work is short – your accommodation is not far away from your workplace. You simply walk or use the public transport such as small buses or vans. At work, you will be introduced and immediately included in the daily routine.
The weekend
The weekend is yours! Consult your program coordinator in Kenya for excursions, activities, shopping tips or other Must See’s in Gatanga village and its surrounding areas. You can plan amazing trips and make your time as diversified as possible.
Departure
Friday is always your last day in the project. You have time to check out until lunch on Saturday (12 o’clock), if you are not attending the next week. Please consult our partner organization and inform yourself about the possibilities to get a transfer to the airport. This is not included, but they will provide help with its organization.
Public Holidays in Kenya - 2018
Only public holidays that influence taking part in the project are listed. Keep in mind, some farmers may decide on their own holidays. The school holidays do not affect the participation.
- 1st January (New Year’s Eve)
- 25th December (Christmas Day)
Ready to get started?
Medicine Program in Gatanga Village, Kenya
Flexible dates
min. 2 weeks
from 18 years
Good english knowledge
from
1320 EUR
Questions? We will help you!
Contact usYour accommodation
Accommodation during the Programs in Gatanga, Kenya
Together with other participants, you will stay in Gatanga Village – the ideal opportunity to immerse yourself in authentic Kenya! Thanks to its central location, it is only a thirty minutes drive to Thika, an urban city where you get everything for your daily needs. With public transport you can almost get there every hour.
On the weekends, many participants feel attracted by Nairobi. Kenya’s capital has much to offer – there are amazing bars, restaurants and clubs and a lot of sights to visit. Do you prefer nature excursions? The area around Gatanga Village is breathtaking! After a visit to the Fourteen Falls or a hiking-tour at Mount Kenya, which is Unesco World Heritage Site since 1997, Kenya will not let you go!
Furniture & Fittings
During your time in Kenya, you live in dedicated accommodations of the organization. They consist of several shared rooms with bunk beds. The bathroom has to be shared with other participants. The meals, as well as drinking water, coffee and tea is provided. You can easily keep in touch with your family and friends at home – free WIFI is available in the common areas.
Meals
At the property there are three meals a day. The food is a good mix of Western and Kenyan food. Traditionally this includes meat, vegetables, potatoes, eggs, bread, pancakes – known as "chapatti" – fruits such as oranges, bananas and avocados. On Saturday and Sunday, only breakfast and dinner are served.
Our Service
Service Community Engagement in Gatanga, Kenya
Services for your community engagement work abroad include the active support in the preparation of your entire stay abroad. The team of our partner organization in each country supports you, wherever you require it:
What's included:
- Placement in a community engagement project according to you demands
- Assisting visa application
- Information about cheap flights, travel insurances and other important travel documents
- Airport pick-up with direct transfer to your accommodation (only Sunday)
- Accommodation during your whole volunteer work (in dormitories in the volunteer house)
- 3 meals during the weekdays
- 2 meals on Saturday and Sunday
- Tips and information about freetime activities
- Contact person during your stay abroad
- 24-hour emergency number
- Regular meetings with all volunteers or interns
- Certificate
What’s not included:
- Visa
- Flights
- Insurance
- Personal expenses
- Transfer to the airport after the end of your project work
Our local team
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Our local team
Your Local Coordinator in Gatanga, Kenya
In Gatanga Village an experienced project coordinator is assigned to each of the programs. He will assist you with your project preparation as well as your daily tasks. If there are any organizational questions, the doors of our partner office are always open – Sebastian will gladly help you as your personal contact.