Volunteer with VSA

Kia ora, Mālō e lelei, Ni sa bula vinaka, Tālofa lava, Malo ni, Halo, Kia orana, Mauri and warm Pacific greetings from VSA!

Connecting People, Transforming Lives.  
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. Volunteer Service Abroad connects skilled volunteers with organisations and communities in the Pacific and beyond to support locally identified aspirations and achieve sustainable change.  
 
VSA will organise and fund, flights, visas, insurance, accommodation, living allowance and utilities while on assignment. 

Please note VSA Volunteers must be a NZ citizen or permanent resident.

Our Purpose | To mātau Whāinga
Te Hono Tangata - Te Huringa Ora.  
Ka hono a Te Tūao Tāwāhi i ngā tūao pūkenga ki ngā whakahaere me ngā hapori i te Moana-nui-a-Kiwa me tua atu, hei tautoko i ngā wawata kua tautuhia ā-rohe, ā, kia tutuki ai te panoni toitū. 
 
Volunteering with VSA | E mau ana ki te VSA
For over six decades, Volunteer Service Abroad Te Tūao Tāwāhi (VSA) has been leaving a legacy across the Pacific. Through remote, in-country, and local volunteer programs, we empower volunteers to make a difference, fostering friendships that transcend borders.

What You'll Do | Mō te tūnga
As the Hospital Kitchen Management Advisor you will collaborate closely with the Kitchen Manager and Hospital Secretary to identify and enhance purchasing, storage, and inventory practices.
  
Key responsibilities include:

• Conducting audits of equipment and storage
• Developing efficient food procurement plans
  creating guidelines for hygiene, sanitation, and infection control.
• Write and provide templates and tools for effective reporting and budget management
• Support staff through training, mentoring and capacity building to ensure the adoption of new systems and processes

By enhancing the kitchen’s efficiency and eliminating waste, this role aims to help the hospital leadership make informed decisions and improve overall service delivery, contributing to better healthcare outcomes for the community.

Your Skills and Experiences | Ngā pūkenga me ngā wheako
  
We're looking for a volunteer with the following:

• Qualification in restaurant management or related fields
• In-depth knowledge of kitchen health and safety rules and regulations
• Experience in developing and reviewing policies related to kitchen operations
• A willingness to learn or speak pijin
• Problem solving skills and ability to deal with ambiguity
• Experience training and mentoring staff

About Our Partner Organisation | National Referral Hospital
The National Referral Hospital (NRH) in the Solomon Islands is the country’s primary healthcare facility, providing essential medical services to the population. The hospital plays a central role in delivering patient care and ensuring efficient operations across its departments. To enhance its services, NRH seeks to improve the management of its kitchen, focusing on reducing waste, optimising resources, and maintaining high standards of hygiene and food safety. The hospital’s leadership is dedicated to implementing effective systems and processes to better serve patients and staff, supporting the broader mission of improving healthcare outcomes in the region.
  
Discover the Solomon Islands
The Solomon Islands has over 900 islands, 5,000 rural villages and 550,000 people. Between 1999 and 2003 it experienced a period of conflict which took a heavy toll on the country and left a need for reconciliation and on-going peace and security measures.

A request for assistance by the government in 2003 led Australia, New Zealand and other Pacific Island countries to form the Regional Assistance Mission to the Solomon Islands (RAMSI) which restored peace and security.

VSA has established a strong presence in Solomon Islands through its ongoing partnerships with multiple in-country partners, including strong relationships with Solomon Islands Government. 

How to Apply | Me pēhea te tuku tono
Apply for this opportunity through our website.
For more information on this assignment, email volunteer@vsa.org.nz.

Applications close 11 April 2025.

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We are looking for a volunteer with:

• Drive meaningful change as a volunteer to improve health outcomes for patients
• 12-month volunteer assignment based in Honiara
• Bring your kitchen management experience to upskill and mentor others