Volunteer & Interpreter (03)

World Vision International (WVI) United States – Representative Office in Vietnam is a Christian, non-profit community development organization. We work in partnership with local authorities and communities to improve the well-being of children, especially the most vulnerable, toward a world where every child can experience life in all its fullness.

World Vision International (WVI) United States – Representative Office in Vietnam has been implementing Area Program activities in Ba Thuoc District since 2009. Currently, the Ba Thuoc 2 Area Program (2024–2027) is implementing projects in the areas of Nutrition and Health, Child Protection and Child Participation, Sustainable Livelihoods, Community Engagement, and Child Sponsorship across three target communes: Co Lung Commune, Pu Luong Commune, and Quy Luong Commune in Thanh Hoa Province.

Based on community needs, during Fiscal Year 2026, the Ba Thuoc 2 Area Program will support the construction of a school kitchen facility at Co Lung Secondary School. A key feature of this initiative is the participation of 14 students from The University of Hong Kong, who will join the project as part of a volunteer program.

To facilitate the successful implementation of this initiative, three Vietnamese volunteers will be recruited to support the Hong Kong students throughout their volunteer engagement at Co Lung Secondary School, Co Lung Commune, Thanh Hoa Province. Their role will include providing interpretation, communication, logistical, and coordination support during the volunteer activities.

Supported Ba Thuoc 2 Area Program in providing logistics coordination and interpretation services for 14 students from The University of Hong Kong during their volunteer project to construct a school kitchen at Co Lung Secondary School, located in Co Lung Commune, Thanh Hoa Province.
 

Supported Ba Thuoc 2 Area Program in providing logistics coordination and interpretation services for 14 students from The University of Hong Kong during their volunteer project to construct a school kitchen at Co Lung Secondary School, located in Co Lung Commune, Thanh Hoa Province.
 

1. Provide interpretation and communication support throughout the volunteer activities at Ba Thuoc 2 Area Program, including:
Interpreting during interactions with teachers, students, local community members, contractors, and construction workers.
Supporting community needs assessments.
Participating in and supporting the construction of the school kitchen facility.
Coordinating and facilitating life-skills education sessions for students at Co Lung Secondary School. Vietnamese volunteers will work together with Hong Kong students to discuss, select, and develop topics, content, and lesson plans for the life-skills classes.
Participating in teamwork activities and jointly preparing and completing presentations, mid-term reflections, and final individual reports.
2. Provide logistical support to the Hong Kong student group in their daily activities, including:
Ensuring personal safety and security, as well as contributing to the safety and security of the group throughout the implementation period.
Promptly reporting any incidents or situations related to safety and security to the Ba Thuoc 2 Volunteer Coordinator for appropriate follow-up and action.
3. Support the Ba Thuoc 2 Volunteer Coordinator and the Hong Kong student group in completing presentations, communication products, reports, and post-field-trip reflections, including:
Participating in teamwork activities and jointly preparing and completing presentations, mid-term reflections, and final individual reports.
Assisting in the development of communication and promotional materials.
Participating in the evaluation of the effectiveness of volunteer activities and supporting the Ba Thuoc 2 Volunteer Coordinator in preparing the final project report.
 

Applicants should meet the following requirements:

• Strong English proficiency, including listening, speaking, reading, and writing skills, with the ability to provide fluent interpretation. Preference will be given to candidates holding an IELTS score of 6.5 or above (or an equivalent qualification).
• Current university students, recent graduates with less than two years of work experience, or language teachers. Preference will be given to candidates majoring in social work, community development, foreign languages, or related fields.
• Good physical health, a proactive attitude, and willingness to participate in field-based activities.
• Passion for working with children and communities, with a strong sense of discipline, responsibility, and commitment.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office applications, including Word, Excel, and PowerPoint.
• Positive attitude, friendliness, openness, and strong teamwork and communication skills.
• First-aid knowledge and skills will be considered an advantage.
• Commitment to complying with national laws, local regulations, and WVI's Safeguarding and Child Protection policies throughout the volunteer engagement.
• Availability and commitment to participate on a full-time basis throughout the entire volunteer placement period.