VOLUNTEER OPPORTUNITIES AT THE HEALING BALM FOUNDATION

Job description

About us: The healing balm foundation has 4 primary  thematic areas in the operation, which is include the following:

1. Transparency and accountability: Transparency enables accountability: Transparency refers to the opennessof processes,actions, and decisions. When information is readily available and accessible to stakeholders, it becomes easier to hold individuals and institutions accountable for their actions. Transparency allows for scrutiny and oversight on the action or inaction of power holders. It is about justifying their actions or inaction.Gender Justice: This program strives to bridge the gap that exist, creating a society where everyone, regardless of their gender, can live free from discrimination,violence,and oppression, and where all individuals have the opportunity to thrive and fulfill their potential. Gender justice refers to the fair treatment and equitable opportunities for individuals of all genders, regardless of their identity or expression.

Disability Inclusion: We believe in disability inclusion, a deliberate effort which each individual, organization or government have to take. Disability inclusion is the practice of ensuring that people with disabilities have equal access to opportunities, rights, and participation in all aspects of society. It involves recognizing the diverse abilities and talents of individuals with disabilities and taking proactive steps to remove barriers to their full participation. Discrimination of persons with disabilities not only undermines their right but also impedes growth of the society. Person with disabilities face many barriers despite their talents and skills.

Climate Adaptation: We promote alternative measure to charcoal burning which is a source of income to many local communities.

MISSION

Empowering PWDs, aged, women, Other Vulnerable Children, and the youth out of social marginalization, isolation, and discrimination through income-generating initiatives, skills development activities and provision of access to education for better resource exploitation, management and control for improved quality of life which includes access to clean water and hygiene especially in rural areas. To improve the knowledge and rights of persons with disabilities by teaching them how to advocate for their rights and their inclusion in society through participating freely and enjoying equal rights and policy formulation contribution ina democratic country like Zambia.

Vision

To empower and attain an inclusive society were the marginalized youths , women and children and those with disabilities and theater have equal access to social,economic ,educational and moral benefits thus creating a self sustaining generation.

The Healing Balm Foundation is seeking highly motivated and passionate volunteers to join our dynamic team in Munyumbwe, Zambia. We invite applications for two critical volunteer positions:

Position (2)

Programs volunteer

Monitoring & Evaluation volunteer

ABOUT THE ROLES:

Programs Volunteer: Provide support in program implementation, community and stakeholder engagement, and project management to drive impact community development.

Monitoring & Evaluation Volunteer: Assist in collecting, analyzing, and reporting data to inform program decisions and ensure effective service delivery.

ELIGIBILITY CRITERIA:

Age: 18 years or older Education:

Minimum of 5 O’ Levels or Grade 12 Full Certificate, including English and Mathematics. Any related tertiary qualification an added advantage.

SKILLS AND EXPERIENCE

Excellent communication and writing skills

Ability to work independently and team player

Strong analytical and problem-solving skills

Passion for community change and development

Strong interpersonal and teamwork skills

Additional requirements:

No criminal record

Preferably a resident of Munyumbwe

APPLICATION PROCESS:

Toapply, Kindly submit the following documents:

Cover letter

Curriculum vitae

Relevant qualifications

References: Three traceable references with valid phone numbers or email addresses

Applications can be submitted to:

The Head-office:

Livingstone, Zambia.

OboteRd, Gwembe Street, House#38, Next to Great North Academy.

Or

Email: thehealingbalmfoundation@gmail.com .

DEADLINE:

All applications must be received by May 5th, 2025, at 17:30hrs. Late submissions will not be considered.