Where can I find volunteer opportunities in DR Congo?

Question

I am a HIV/AIDS counselor and I have been looking to volunteer in the Democratic Republic of Congo. I've been looking online but I can't seem to find anything. I am also a Nurses Assistant, can anyone recommend any organizations, websites... any info will help! Thanks!

Answer 1

French is the official language in Congo, and you will need to be able to work in such for a volunteering or paid position there.

Since you have actual expertise that is needed in the country, try looking at places that offer paid positions:

http://www.reliefweb.int (click on vacancies)

http://www.developmentex.com

http://unjobs.org/

Also try

http://www.unvolunteers.org

http://www.doctorswithoutborders.org

http://www.msf.org/

If you are in the USA:

http://www.peacecorps.gov/

Otherwise:

http://www.vso.org.uk/