Rating
- 1. Please give an overview of your role and what this involves on a day-to-day basis:
- 2. Have you learnt any new skills or developed existing skills?
- 3. To what extent do you enjoy your programme?
- 4. How valued do you feel by VSO?
- 5. How well organised/structured is your programme?
- 6a. How much support do you receive from your training provider?
- 6b. How much support do you receive from your employer?
- 7. How well does your salary/package meet your costs?
- 8. Are there many opportunities outside of work?
- 9. Would you recommend VSO to a friend?
- 9b. Why?
- 10. What tips or advice would you give to others applying to VSO?
Volunteer Team Leader Was responsible for leading a team of UK and in country volunteers to undertake an international development programme. Led the team, devised a plan to undertake, focused the mission, and responsible for a budget
Leadership, team work, project planning, management experience.
Very much si
Very. There was obviously a disconnect as I was thousands of miles away from them. But before, during and after, I was supported.
Very much. They gave me freedom to explore but there was always support, and suggestions
Some. I was responsible for my own actions but had to report to them.
Some
I fund raised for the trip- the rest of my expenses were supplied by the programme. No pay but also no cost.
It provided me with the skills to expand on what I learned, and inspired me to look into new sectors
Yes
It is a no lose experience but so much to gain.
Be confident, and unique.
Details
Gap Year Programme
May 2017