Volunteer with VSA

Change your scene and become a VSA Volunteer and share your experience, knowledge, and skills to transform the lives of many. Work with our partner organisation to create a fair future for all. 
 
VSA will organise and fund, flights, visas, insurance, accommodation, living allowance and utilities while on assignment. 

About volunteering with VSA 
 
VSA is New Zealand's largest and most experienced volunteering agency working in international development. We provide skilled Kiwi volunteers to support organisations in the Pacific and beyond through capacity building, both in country and virtually. 
  
Please note VSA Volunteers must be a NZ citizen or permanent resident. 
  
Our Partner Organisation - St Peter Chanel Catholic College of Secondary Teacher Education (Ulapia)

St. Peter Chanel Catholic College of Secondary Teacher Education (Ulapia) is a recently established institution that aims to address the long-standing shortage of qualified secondary school teachers, particularly in mathematics and science subjects.

The College's vision is to prepare the next generation of educators who not only educate but also inspire and motivate their students to reach their full potential.

One of the major goals of the College is to provide a high-quality education that equips future teachers with the skills and knowledge necessary to make a meaningful impact on the lives of their students.

The education provided by St. Peter Chanel Catholic College of Secondary Teacher Education is comprehensive, covering a wide range of knowledge areas including pedagogy, content, epistemology, psychology, sociology, and religious education. This ensures that graduates have a well-rounded understanding of the field and are capable of creating engaging and effective learning experiences for their students.

The Country - Papua New Guinea

Papua New Guinea is a very diverse country - both culturally and geographically.

Kokopo is the capital of East New Britain Province in Papua New Guinea.  Situated on the island of New Britain, it has a population of around 20,000.  Known for its stunning beaches and vibrant local markets, Kokopo is a small city with a number of shops, restaurants, cell-phone coverage, 24-hour power supply (although outages are common) and a town water supply.

The Assignment

In this assignment a VSA volunteer (Higher Education Administration Mentor) will lead and support the strengthening of the College's administrative practices, including the improvement of policies, processes, and procedures related to curriculum, accreditation, and student academic success.

The volunteer will also provide coaching and mentoring to administrative staff, ensuring that the College's policies, processes, and procedures comply with relevant tertiary education laws and regulations, meet the needs of students, and support the College's overall mission.

The Volunteer

Are you someone who wants to make a difference, have a sense of adventure and like the challenge of being outside your comfort zone?  VSA Volunteers are technical experts who impart their skills and knowledge to the local community. You will need to be flexible, adaptable, resourceful, resilient with a passion for Aotearoa and the wider Pacific community. 

We're looking for a volunteer with the following:

• A degree in education administration, business administration, or a related field.
• At least five years of experience in higher administration or a related field.
• Strong organisational, leadership, communication, and interpersonal skills.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
• Experience developing and implementing policies and procedures.
• Experience working with faculty, staff, and other administrators.
• Strong problem-solving skills and ability to make sound decisions.
• Knowledge of teaching standards, curriculum development, accreditation processes, and data analysis.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite, learning management systems, and other relevant technology.

Apply for this amazing opportunity through our website. For more information on this assignment, email volunteer@vsa.org.nz.

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We are looking for a volunteer with:

• 3- month in-country volunteer assignment in Kokopo, Papua New Guinea
• Flights, accommodation and other expenses covered by VSA
• Unique volunteer experience for an academic administrator