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Support young people at SYI by mentoring teenagers and youth through structured life skills sessions, informal guidance, and interactive learning activities.
This role focuses on helping students build confidence, communication ability, discipline, and practical life skills that support education and future employability.
18 hours of help per week
Social Work: Help with volunteer work in local projects and communities.
Amount: US$ 18 Per day
Fee pays for: Benefits for travelers, Materials for volunteer activities, and Donation to project
Description: To sustain the project
3 days off per week
Shared Dorm: You will have a bed in a shared room, which means you will share the same room with other travelers.
Breakfast: You are entitled to a free breakfast, every day of your stay.
Lunch: You are entitled to a free lunch, every day of your stay.
Dinner: You are entitled to a free dinner, every day of your stay.
Pick Up: We will pick you up when you arrive, and take you to our property.
Use our equipped kitchen: Feel free to use our kitchen and make your own delicious food.
Certificate: Get a certificate of completion after you finish your experience.
Basic Internet Access: Basic speed internet for you to work remotely
Dedicated Workspace: Specific space for you to work remotely
Intermediate English or Intermediate English
Between 25 and 60 years old
Welcomes solo volunteers, couples, and partners of volunteers
Be from outside Kenya
Flights, Travel Insurance, Internal Transportation and Visa
Facilitate youth mentorship sessions with students at SYI
Support life skills workshops (communication, teamwork, goal setting, decision-making)
Engage in group discussions and reflective learning activities
Assist in designing simple training materials and session topics
Support staff during training and youth development programs
Participate in interactive activities such as games, storytelling, and role-play exercises
Volunteers typically participate in activities from 10:00 AM to 4:00 PM, Monday to Friday, depending on the weekly program schedule. The day is divided between structured morning sessions supporting youth learning and life skills development, and afternoon mentorship activities focused on one-on-one guidance, group discussions, and interactive engagement such as communication practice, storytelling, and confidence-building exercises. Volunteers may also assist with preparing learning materials and supporting staff during training sessions. Occasionally, there may be optional weekend involvement in community or youth activities such as sports, outreach, or informal group engagement, depending on program needs and scheduling.
