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Thank you for your interest in serving as a CorpsAfrica Volunteer in Malawi.

Please read the description and questions carefully and answer fully and honestly.
We look forward to receiving your application.

Mission of CorpsAfrica
CorpsAfrica provides Africans the opportunity to serve as Volunteers for ten months in rural, underserved
communities in their own countries to facilitate small-scale, high-impact projects identified by local people and
funded by partners from Africa and around the world.

Basic Description of CorpsAfrica Service

CorpsAfrica Volunteers undergo one month of Pre-Service Training and then serve for ten months in a community
chosen for its perceived need, existence of local partners and essential infrastructure, location, and other criteria.
The Volunteer dedicates his/her time to living and working with local people to identify an area of concern for the
community, co-create and design solutions to address the concern, implement the solutions with local partners,
and monitor and evaluate the results. To achieve this, CorpsAfrica Volunteers receive professional training before
and during their service, support from CorpsAfrica staff (both nationally and internationally), a modest living
allowance, health insurance, and a readjustment allowance upon successful completion of the program.
Volunteers are required to submit reports and make presentations regularly.

General Expectations of a CorpsAfrica Volunteer

Commit to working in a highly underserved community in Malawi to improve the quality of life of the
community
Serve where CorpsAfrica asks them to serve, under conditions of hardship, if necessary
Recognize that their success is based on building trust and confidence with their host community
Understand that they are responsible 24 hours a day, 7 days a week for their personal conduct and
professional performance
Engage with host community partners in a spirit of cooperation, mutual learning, and respect
Exercise good judgment and personal responsibility to protect their health, safety, and well-being

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Essential Requirements for Applying to be a CorpsAfrica Volunteer

To be eligible for service, you must:

Be a citizen of Malawi
Be 21 years of age or older at the time of the start of your service
Possess a university degree or equivalent professional experience
Willing and able, physically and emotionally, to serve as a Volunteer for the entirety of the service year in
rural, often times, remote communities
No record of criminal activity that would demonstrate unsuitability for CorpsAfrica service
Have no conflict of interest that would interfere with your duties and responsibilities as a CorpsAfrica
Volunteer
Understand that volunteerism is an altruistic act, where one offers their time, skills, and resources without
expectation of financial gain

CorpsAfrica Volunteers Receive the Following Before and During Service:

Expert pre-service and in-service training from development and management professionals
A living allowance adequate to support the Volunteer in his/her site and health insurance
Travel funds for official CorpsAfrica business

CorpsAfrica Volunteers Will Receive the Following upon Successful Completion of Service:

An end-of-service readjustment allowance

Certificate of completion
Letter of recommendation

Application steps:

1. Complete the following application, including all required fields

2. Upload required documents

The deadline for applications is 23:59 on April 30, 2024. Pre-Service Training is expected to begin on
or around August 5, 2024.

You may save your application and return to it later.

Personal Information

First Name * Last Name *

Wezzie Nankhumba

Current Address * City *

Nanze Primary School, Post Office Box 12, Linthipe, Dedza, Lilongwe

Country *
Malawi

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Permanent Address (if different) City

Country

Cell Phone * Email *

+265888680680 or +2658 [email protected]

Date of Birth (Month/Day/Year) *

12/03/1996

Gender *
Female
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Please upload a photo of yourself (do not share a selfie or photo of your social media page) *
Choose file _DSC0314.jpg
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Education

What is the highest level of education you have completed? *

Bachelor's Degree
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Please list the details of your highest level of education and prior education qualification below.

Name of Institution * Location of Institution * Start Date (Month/Year) *

Nalikule College of Educat Kanengo, Lilongwe October, 2018
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End Date (Month/Year) * Type of Degree/Diploma Field of Degree/Diploma *

December, 2023 Bachelors' Degree Education in Sciences
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Degree/Diploma Received? *

Yes
No
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College/University

Name of Institution Location of Institution Start Date (Month/Year)

End Date (Month/Year) Type of Degree/Diploma Field of Degree/Diploma

Degree/Diploma Received?
Yes

No

Other Education/Training

Training/Education Received Name of Institution/Program Year Completed

Secondary education Muhasuwa Community Da 2017

Training/Education Received Name of Institution/Program Year Completed

Professional Experience
Please list current position and organization as well as your three most relevant professional positions below.
Please note this can include internships and volunteer experience.

How many years of professional experience do you have? *

1-2 years
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Have you ever served as a volunteer with an organization? *

Yes

No
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Professional Experience #1

Organization Name * Organization Address * Organization Phone *

Nanze Community-Based Childcar Post Office Box 12, Linthipe, Dedza +265999525339
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Title of Your Position * Type of Role * From (Month/Year) *

Caregiver Volunteer 2019
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To (Month/Year) *
2024
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Your Duties *
4. Providing effective parenting practices.
5. Providing developmental monitoring and screening services.
6. Providing developmental milestones skills.
7. Supporting children to acquire relevant foundational skills in numeracy, literacy
and social emotional skills.
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Supervisor's Position * Supervisor's Name *

Early Childhood Development (E.C Kilembe Enala
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DO NOT contact this employer Current Position? *

Yes No
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Professional Experience #2

Organization Name Organization Address Organization Phone

Chilanga Community Day Seconda Chilanga Community Day Secondar +265884192134 or +26599

Title of Your Position Type of Role From (Month/Year)

Student Teacher Internship April, 2023

To (Month/Year)
July, 2023.

Your Duties
1. Preparing Schemes and records of work, and Lesson Plans.
2. Teaching and facilitating educational activities.
3. Formulating and marking examinations.
4. And any other assigned duty from time to time.

Supervisor's Position Supervisor's Name

Head teacher Bandawe Moreen

DO NOT contact this employer Current Position?

Yes No

Professional Experience #3

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Organization Name Organization Address Organization Phone

Title of Your Position Type of Role From (Month/Year)

Please select...

To (Month/Year)

Your Duties

Supervisor's Position Supervisor's Name

DO NOT contact this employer Current Position?

Yes No

Professional Experience #4

Organization Name Organization Address Organization Phone

Title of Your Position Type of Role From (Month/Year)

Please select...

To (Month/Year)

Your Duties

Supervisor's Position Supervisor's Name

DO NOT contact this employer Current Position?

Yes No

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Language Proficiency

English

Please rate your reading proficiency in English * Please rate your written proficiency in English *
Proficient/Advanced Conversational/Intermediate
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Please rate your spoken/oral proficiency in English *

Conversational/Intermediate
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Chichewa

Please rate your reading proficiency in Chichewa * Please rate your written proficiency in Chichewa *
Fluent/Native Speaker Proficient/Advanced
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Please rate your spoken/oral proficiency in Chichewa *

Proficient/Advanced
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Chitonga

Please rate your reading proficiency in Chitonga * Please rate your written proficiency in Chitonga *
Please select... Please select...
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Please rate your spoken/oral proficiency in Chitonga *

Please select...
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Yao

Please rate your reading proficiency in Yao * Please rate your written proficiency in Yao *
No proficiency No proficiency
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Please rate your spoken/oral proficiency in Yao *

No proficiency
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Tumbuka

Please rate your reading proficiency in Tumbuka * Please rate your written proficiency in Tumbuka *
No proficiency No proficiency
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Please rate your spoken/oral proficiency in Tumbuka *

No proficiency
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Do you know any other languages? *

Yes

No
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Additional Languages

What other language do you know? * Please rate your reading proficiency in this language *
Chisena Novice/Beginner

Please rate your written proficiency in this language * Please rate your spoken proficiency in this language *
No proficiency No proficiency

References
List at least three (3) people who know your work. You may include professional, academic, or extra-curricular
references. No personal (i.e. friends or family) references please.

Reference 1

Name * Title *
Martin Elifala Head of Educational Foundation D
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Organization(s) * Phone Number * Email *

Nalikule College of Education, Post 265884307466 [email protected]
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Years Known * How do you know this person? *

4 I know this person from my time
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Reference 2

Name * Title *
Martin Sakala Head of Physics Department
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Organization(s) * Phone Number * Email *

Nalikule College of Education, Post +265888577886 [email protected] or m
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Years Known * How do you know this person? *

4 I know this person from my time
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Reference 3

Name * Title *
Enala Kilembe The Early Childhood Development
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Organization(s) * Phone Number * Email *

World Relief, Private Bag 210, Dedz +265999173224 [email protected]
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Years Known * How do you know this person? *

4 I know this person through my rol
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Personal Essays
These short essays will help us become acquainted with you. They will also demonstrate your ability to organize
your thoughts and express yourself.

Please respond to the following questions, being as complete as you can (i.e. between 100-250 words each):

1. Choose and describe a significant experience, achievement, risk you have taken, or ethical
dilemma you have faced and its impact on you. *
A Neighbourhood Clean-up Initiative: Building Unity through Action

Undertaking a neighbourhood clean-up initiative was a significant step for me, marked by both apprehension
and determination. The decision to initiate this project started from a desire to encourage a sense of community
pride and cooperation. Despite initial doubts and challenges, I remained steadfast in my commitment to
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2. Discuss some issue of local, national, or international concern and its importance to you
personally. *

By raising awareness, mobilising resources, and collaborating with stakeholders, we can work towards creating
a more inclusive and equitable educational system that empowers all children to thrive and succeed. As I
continue my journey of community engagement, I am driven by the conviction that investing in education is not
only a moral imperative but also a pathway to a brighter, more equitable future for generations to come.
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3. Indicate a person who has had a significant influence on you, and describe that influence. *
for excellence and make meaningful contributions to society.

In conclusion, Dr. Bridget Matinga's mentorship has had a profound impact on my academic and personal
journey. Her exemplary leadership and dedication to education continue to inspire me as I navigate my path
forward.
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4. Have you ever lived with a host family and/or in a rural community? Please describe when and
where you lived and what you learned from the experience. *
During the hot season of 2022 (October to December), I stayed in Nsanje district, specifically in Mbangu
village, which is a rural area in Malawi. I lived with a local family during this time. I got to know a lot about
their culture and customs. I even joined in their traditional dances like "ulimba" and "utche," trying my best to
follow along with the steps and beats.

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5. How does service with CorpsAfrica support your future goals? *

impact on the communities I serve and foster positive change.

Overall, service with CorpsAfrica will not only enable me to make a tangible difference in the lives of others but
also serve as a stepping stone towards achieving my long-term goals in community development and social
impact.
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6. If given an opportunity to be a CorpsAfrica Volunteer, briefly describe how you would integrate
with the community and what kind of activities you would expect to work on. *
If I were to serve as a CorpsAfrica Volunteer in Malawi, I would prioritize integrating with the community by
immersing myself in local customs and traditions. For instance, I would attend community events such as
traditional dances, village meetings, and religious gatherings to familiarize myself with the culture and connect
with residents.

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7. Why do you want to be a CorpsAfrica Volunteer? *

As someone who has faced hardships in life, I understand the importance of support and guidance in difficult
times. My own experiences have fueled my desire to help others facing similar challenges. Becoming a
CorpsAfrica Volunteer allows me to turn my personal struggles into positive action, serving as a beacon of hope
for individuals and communities in need.

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How did you find out about CorpsAfrica? *

Facebook

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Additional Personal History

Do you have any medical conditions that would prevent you from living safely in a
rural, remote community? Please note: CorpsAfrica does not discriminate against applicants
with medical conditions. Additional information will be collected prior to training. *

Yes
No
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Have you ever been found responsible for a disciplinary violation, whether related to academic
misconduct or behavioral misconduct that resulted in a disciplinary action? These actions could
include, but are not limited to: probation, suspension, removal, dismissal, or expulsion from the institution. *

Yes
No
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Have you ever been convicted of a crime? *

Yes
No
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Signature
By clicking "Apply" below, I certify that all information submitted in the admission process—
including the application, the personal essay, any supplements, or any other supporting
materials—is my own work, factually true, and honestly presented, and that these documents
will become the property of CorpsAfrica and will not be returned to me. I understand that I may
be subject to a range of possible disciplinary actions, including admission revocation or
expulsion, should the information I have certified be false.

Apply

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