Tanzania: Ndoto in Action (NIA)

About the local hosting organization

Ndoto in Action (NIA) was founded by a group of young people who shared a vision of transforming the lives and aspirations of underprivileged children, particularly those in rural communities of Arusha. Later on the project registered as a non-profit organisation under the Ministry of Social Welfare. With education as its primary focus, NIA implements a range of initiatives to improve learning environments and student well-being in 16 public primary and secondary schools and empowering over 6000 children and youth from low-income families. Their project activities focus on the following areas: School Water, Sanitation, and Hygiene (SWASH): Promoting safe water, sanitation, and hygiene practices to improve students’ health and well-being. Menstrual Hygiene Management (MHM): Supporting girls with menstrual health education and access to hygiene resources to improve school attendance. Construction and Renovation: Improving learning environments through classroom renovations and the construction of new classrooms where needed. School Gardens for Nutrition: Establishing school gardens to enhance food security, improve student nutrition, and reduce school dropout rates. Rainwater Harvesting (RWH): Installing rainwater harvesting systems to provide reliable access to clean water for schools. Teacher Training: Strengthening teachers’ skills through professional development to improve teaching quality and student learning outcomes.

Presentation of the programme

Support with resource mobilisation and fundraising Participate in school gardening and manual work Conduct and facilitate teachers’ training Participate in school renovation and other manual work Organise menstrual hygiene management education Support communication and marketing i.e. social media lead, content creation Organise awareness raising on environmental conservation initiatives, Offer educational support and teach English, Mathematics, Biology and Sports, Engage in community outreach and capacity-building activities.

About the accomodation

Volunteers are accommodated with a host family located 7 km from the project. They stay in a shared room and are provided with basic meals during their stay, ensuring a comfortable and supportive living environment while engaging in project activities.

About the location

The project is located in Njiro, 2619-Arusha. Njiro is one of the fastest-growing and best-planned residential neighbourhoods in Arusha, Tanzania, located about 8–10 km from the city centre (15–30 minutes by road). It is home to a diverse population of local residents, professionals, students, expatriates, and families, creating a welcoming and multicultural environment. The neighbourhood is known for its organised housing, modern residential areas, and relatively quiet, clean, and secure surroundings.

Requirements

Demonstrate interest or experience in fundraising, grant writing, donour relations, or resource mobilisation Show strong written and verbal communication skills in English Have experience with research, proposal writing, or digital fundraising Be able to work independently while collaborating effectively with a diverse team Show passion for community development and social impact Have knowledge or practical experience in sustainable agriculture, climate-smart farming, school gardens, or food security initiatives Have strong problem-solving and teamwork skills Be willingto work directly with schools and community members Be passionate about improving livelihoods through sustainable agricultural practices