Circles Volunteer Program

About the Program

The Circles Volunteer Program is a youth education and vocational training program that began in 2021 with the pilot phase which provided opportunity for eighteen (18) volunteers who were selected from 189 applications via a competitive process. The pilot phase ran for three (3) months from February to April 2021.with intensive evaluation. After graduation and evaluation of the pilot phase participants, it was noticed there was magnificent impact created which caused RADA to consider this program as one of her flagship programs which has seen a 1st and 2nd cohort hosting and impacting over 45 young graduates from universities with productivity skills.

Job Opportunities

Creating jobs to challenge young graduates who are advocating the peace

Youth Empowerment

Empower the next generation with high level skills needed at the job market

Focus Support

Foster development through an inclusive training.

Why we do this.

The overall goal of the program is to strengthen behavioral and productive skills and strategies in fostering community engagement and development in the lives of young graduates in Cameroon.

Program Design

Tract Impact!

The 3^rd cohort of the CVP call was launched in January 2023 after which a serious selection session took place laid down criterial. On the 14^th of February, an orientation session was conducted to onboard the participants to the program. The program is at peak now with lots of training models handled, practical sessions and a debate session.

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Become a Volunteer

The Circles Program offers training on leadership, Grants Writing, Advocacy, Life Planning, Personal Development, Emotional Intelligence, Social Media Communications, Media Communication, Servant Leadership, Basic Microsoft Skills, Time Management, Self-Care and Resilience just to name a few. it is RADA’s strategy to both provide an opportunity in which young graduates meet their capacity development needs while strengthening their work skills through volunteering. It seeks to select the most stable, best suited, motivated, honest and focused individuals who want to contribute to community development and create impact through their engagement with RADA.

The CVP is a six months volunteering opportunity for young people who are inspired by RADA’s work, want to contribute to it. This time, it will run from February 13 to August 18, 2024. During the volunteering period, CVPs are considered a staff of RADA and operate under the same conditions and circumstances as the rest of the staff except for additional workshop hours for complementary work skills that may be needed.

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Volunteer Needed

Eligibility:

• Applicant should be the ages of 18-35 years at the time of application
• Applicant should have at least a Bachelor’s degree from any field of study. A masters or PhD is an advantage.

• Applicant should be able to fully commit to the 6 months of the program and to actively participate with honesty, self-reflection and self-motivation.

Benefits:

Gain practical skills for employment and self-generation
Volunteers will also have a one on one staff support and supervision to enable them accomplish tasks within their circles
Stand a chance of gaining full and meaningful employment with RADA upon the completion of the program
Get the opportunity to network with and learn from other volunteers in the Circles
A certificate is awarded to all volunteers upon satisfactory completion of the training as a testimony of their participation in the program

Testimonial

What they say ?

"I would like to thank RADA for providing me with an invaluable learning experience during my 3 months Volunteer under the Circles Program at RADA. It has been a pleasure to work with the staffs and other facilitators outside the organization. I have gained much practical knowledge on life planning, Advocacy, Grant writing, Strategic network, Social Media communication just to name a few. I particularly enjoy the 2nd webinar hosted by RADA during the circle program. I'm Sidiq Aboubakar, I'm worth more than you see". #CommunitySolutions #RADACirclesProgram

Sidiq Aboubakar Past Volunteer

"I go by the names Chenwi Claris Nchangnwi and if I am to describe the circles program in one word, I will call it an incubator. It is that program that nurtures you with the right skills to elevate to the next stage of success. It has indeed been 3 months filled with very impactful lessons which have molded me. I particularly volunteered with the Communications team and the skills gained so far are priceless. My sincere gratitude goes to the entire staff of RADA for giving me the opportunity to be a part of this amazing program. This definitely forms one of the highlights of my life and in it I found not just a circle but a family "

Chenwi Claris Past Volunteer

"My Name is Ali Patience Boboh. The three months Circle's Program at RADA has been a great experience that I will not forget. This volunteering program exposed me to workshops on life Planning, Advocacy, Grant Writing, Strategic Networking, Team Work, Needs Assessment, Social Media communication, Book Keeping and Monitoring, and Evaluation. I wish to thank the CEO of RADA, the entire staff of RADA, and other facilitators who came in for their selfless Dedication in adding value to my life through the wonderful sessions. I strongly recommend the Circles Program to every graduate upon completion from the University. At RADA you are trained to put theory into practice". #CommunitySolutions #RADACirclesProgram

Ali Patience Past Volunteer

"My name is Nsamnang Milanie Mayah. It has been an amazing opportunity to be part of the circle's program at RADA. I have learned a lot through the educative sessions. These have helped to improve my competence in several domains. Wonder what particularly I've learned? I have understood the importance of team work, leadership skills, professionalism and just to name a few. I have been able to improve many aspects about life in general as well. I am so grateful for this opportunity". #CommunitySolutions #RADACirclesVolunteerProgram

Nsamnang Milanie Past Volunteer

"Volunteering in RADA has been the most wonderful thing that has happened to my life. It has helped me to be consistent in what ever I do, and discover my purpose which has added value to my life. My name is Chuse Christel, Am Worth more than you see". #CommunitySolutions #RADACirclesVolunteerProgram

Chuse Christel Past Volunteer

"My name is Ngueubou Merveille, the Circles program has been very helpful to me as I got to discover new people, talents and social networking as well. I got my very first working experience for three months and was able to go more practical rather than theoretical. My sincere appreciation goes to the CEO and staff of RADA for making my dream come true Thank you so much". #CommunitySolutions #RADACirclesVolunteerProgram Mbiydzenyuy Ferdinant Sonyuy

Ngueubou Merveille, Past Volunteer

Wanted to became one of us ?

To participate in this program, please kindly apply each time there’s a call for applications which is often done on our website and also share to all our social media handles.

Please you could also engage with us supporting through donations or partnering with us.