We are recruiting skilled volunteers to work with our projects in Kolkata. We have outlined below the current available placement opportunities.
Please read the relevant skills below before applying to the programme.
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About the HOPE Volunteer Placement Programme
Placements may be offered to volunteers who meet the below requirements. Please read carefully to ensure you are eligible. If you wish to progress your application please fill in the Online Application Form.
Relevant Skills
HOPE is currently seeking the following qualified volunteers for our placements in Kolkata:
All overseas placements are subject to granted visas.
Length of Placement: 1 to 3 months
You will be required to make a commitment to fundraise for The Hope Foundation’s projects. Fundraising targets depend on your proposed length of stay. Targets begin at £1,800 for a placement of up to 6 weeks. Full details are given upon application.
Note, this is treated as a donation to HOPE. Accommodation is provided for during your stay at no cost, however travel costs need to be covered privately by volunteers.
You must make a commitment to organise and fund your own travel arrangements, including:
– Flight
– Travel Insurance
– Vaccinations
– Visa (with assistance from HOPE)
Volunteers will be working under the supervision of HOPE staff in Kolkata. A flexible and open minded attitude is needed and a willingness to take instruction from experienced staff members. You may be asked to be flexible and respond to varying role requirements.
You need to be realistic about what to expect in a culture that may be very different to your own and what you can expect to achieve during your placement. We recommend that you thoroughly research Kolkata, the work of HOPE and volunteering in general before making a decision to apply.
How to Apply
The Hope Foundation recruits volunteers in the UK, Ireland and India for residents of those countries only. If you are an Indian resident please apply through our Branch Office website here.
We will respond to all queries as soon as possible. If you are eligible for HOPE’s Volunteer Programme you will be provided with further details and a programme Application Form if you would like to officially apply for a volunteer placement with HOPE.