Construction Work Camp

We are planning to build a Vocational Skills Training Centre in our recently acquired land in Wakiso Districts to enhance the work UYSTO does in the provision of skills for the most vulnerable youths and women. The camp is organized to provide support in site evaluation, preparation, and construction, marking the beginning of our building journey for we have a goal to build and relocate to our premises by 2025. Therefore, we are seeking individuals who are enthusiastic about contributing their time and skills to make a positive change in a remote and challenging environment.

To be part of an adventure that combines purpose and passion, join us for our upcoming construction work camp.

Camp details.

• Purpose: Construction of Uganda Youth Skills Training Organization Vocational Skills Training Center for the most vulnerable young people and teenage mothers in Wakiso District.

     Output

• Camp Activities: Site Clearing, Site setting, excavation for the foundation and construction
• Duration: 4weeks but in an intervals of 2weeks.
• Start date:  First Phase 15th -30th Nov 2023, 2^nd phase: 30^th Nov -15^th Dec 2023.
• Venue: Namayumba Wakiso Uganda
• Distance: 50km from the Center of Kampala City.
• Camp fees : 750 Euros
• Number of Volunteers: 25

About us

Uganda Youth Skills Training Organization (UYSTO) is a registered Non-governmental Organization (NGO) started in 2004 but fully registered in 2007. Since then, UYSTO has continued to impact the social-economic well-being of communities, through skill enhancement for youths and women's self-employment or/and employment. We primarily focus on vocational skills development such as technical skills, entrepreneurship training, and career guidance. Some of these programs include: ‘Digitally Together for Gender Equality’’ and ‘Mpreneur’ programs implemented in partnership with the European Union and ‘Vocational and Entrepreneurship Skills Training’ implemented in collaboration with the Norwegian Agency for Exchange Cooperation.

Project location

Namayumba is a sub-county located in Busiro North, Wakiso district, with a population of 33,320 people. However, the socio-economic situation in Namayumba is challenging due to two main issues: poverty and domestic violence with substance abuse as the primary cause. It is also worth noting that there are two government-aided vocational training institutions in Wakiso, but they are not easily accessible to all communities due to distance and educational background requirements for enrolment

What you will do.

• Assist with various initial construction activities, such as landmarking and grading, site setting, foundation work and building structures.
• Provide your expertise in the above-mentioned activities
• Work closely with local engineers and technicians
• Embrace a diverse and inclusive team environment where everyone’s contributions are valued.

What we offer

• An unforgettable experience in a unique location.
• Meals and transportation to and from work site (including airport transfer to accommodation)
• The chance to make a tangible difference in our communities
• A friendly and supportive team.
• Accommodation but considered on the camp fees of EUR 750, but its encouraged that those with camping gears come along with them.

What is not offered?

Tourism fees.

Qualifications

• Enthusiasm and positive attitude
• Should be able to communicate in English or equivalent (basics in English)
• Physical fitness and ability to work in challenging conditions.
• Willingness to embrace diverse cultures and backgrounds.
• Engineers and technicians are encouraged to apply as 100% of the work falls in their area.
• Non-engineers & technicians too can apply.
• Volunteers under 18 can attend the camp if accompanied by an adult family member.

The camp fee is used to cater for meals and logistics in camp as well as the purchase of some construction materials. You are free to contribute more than the program fee or tools and/or equipment

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CONTACTS

Send your interest letter to bobmaahe@gmail.com.

Tel: +256 776 830887

Whatsapp : +256 706 508959