Apply here! 

To ensure a successful application, please read the descriptions of the Open Volunteer Positions and the general criteria on “Who may apply?” carefully (e.g. Either the degree or the working experience should be from the Finnish education sector). You can apply for more than one placement at the same time, both in-country and distance volunteer positions.

Teachers Without Borders volunteers are selected on the basis of an application and an interview. The virtual interview is conducted by the Finn Church Aid staff from both Finland and the host country. The application process may also include a written preliminary task. Applicants will be selected on the basis of their skills and availability.

The training required for the task will be organised in Helsinki on 11-13.1.2025 for those selected as volunteers. Volunteers going to the country will participate on 11.-13.1., those selected for remote tasks will participate on 11.-12.1. Please reserve your time for an interesting and rewarding training already during the application phase!

Volunteer placements will depend on the global and local situation, as well as on the availability of funding. The health and safety of volunteers and right holders is always a top priority.

Instructions for applying

1. Please read the Terms of Reference for the open positions carefully and choose which positions reflect your competencies the best. You may apply to both distance and in-country volunteer positions.

2. Prepare the attachments:
   • CV in English
   • An attachment clearly stating the position(s) you are applying for and when you will be available. If you have time constraints, please clearly state the earliest date you can start and the latest date you can finish.
     E.g. My priority is 1) Uganda in-country for 6 months, I am flexible with dates and the second option is 2) Uganda in-country for 3 months, I am flexible with dates. I will also apply for the positions: 3.) Palestine, remote, flexible with dates.
3. Fill in the Teachers Without Borders –application form.

• Work Experience: Please, fill in the work experience section of the application form (e-cv) carefully, by adding and describing your work experience relevant to the position you are applying to. If you have several shorter assignments with the same employer, you can summarise them into a single work experience and describe the tasks and durations in more detail in “description”. (Characters limited to 1000 for each entry)
• Your special knowledge: please indicate here your relevant skills in relation to the post you are applying for (e.g. experience in training, mentoring, living or working abroad, working in a multicultural environment, volunteering or working in an organisation). (Characters limited to 1000)
• Why are you interested in this position?: Tell us about your motivation and why you are interested in volunteering (actual application text, “hakemusteksti”). (Characters limited to 2000)
• Remember to add your attachments: (i) CV and (ii) the document indicating the positions you are applying to and your availability

Candidates shortlisted on the basis of their applications will be invited to a remote interview. Applicants will be informed as the process progresses.