About
The Africa Trading Store is a new trading platform focusing on trading ethically produced and sourced African products. The founder Martijn travels Africa most of the year to source products like funky African clothing, health foods, coffee and other unique products. Currently a variety of products such as the clothing line and super foods like Baobab powder and oil need support to establish a marketing approach in South Africa.
Internship
The Africa Trading Store would like to invite a male or female student to Port Elizabeth, South Africa where he/she will work from the office of our sister company Khaya Volunteer Projects.
The intern will work mostly independently from the office in Port Elizabeth and will be supervised twice a week via skype or other channels. The founder will visit every 10 weeks and spend several days with the intern or as needed.
The intern is mature, proactive and can work independently and under time pressure. He/she is capable of working under limited supervision and can plan and organize his/her own working hours.
Tasks and activities
- Support with social media marketing
- Assisting with research into branding, packaging, pricing, sourcing and supply chain management throughout Southern and Eastern Africa.
- Marketing activities within South Africa for various products
Conditions
The internship can be started anytime from August 2019 for a minimum of 3 months.
Shared accommodation and meals are provided at The Khaya Beach House with other international students and volunteers.
The intern pays a contribution of 200 EUR a week for accommodation, meals, airport pick and daily support from our team.
The successful applicant will qualify for a 20% discount on this fee.
If you are interested please send your CV and motivational letter to This email address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it.
Working days and hours
Normally we work weekdays from 8:30am until 14.00pm, Friday until 12.00 and weekends are off if there are no tours or outings organized.
School Holidays
Please keep in mind that the summer holidays in South Africa run from early December to mid-January and that we will be closed for 2 weeks over Christmas and New Year.
Daily guidance
You will be welcomed by one of our Volunteer Coordinators who will pick you up from the airport, show you around the city and look after your practical questions such as the house, meals, visiting projects, interviewing volunteers etc. At the office, which is attached to the volunteer house you will be working with the Social Media Manager and General Manager.
Other volunteers
You will reside at the volunteer house and share your stay with our volunteers both local and international. We get volunteers from all over the world - from the USA, the Netherlands, Belgium, Germany, the UK and many other countries.
Accommodation
YOUR ACCOMMODATION
Superbly located in a prime spot in Port Elizabeth, close to beautiful beaches and vibrant nightlife, our Lodge accommodation is a comfortable and relaxing space that volunteers can call home. Rated as 3-star backpackers by The South African Grading Council, the lodge is a quiet sanctuary where volunteers can find relax and enjoy this time with others. It is a place where friendships are forged, and memories are made.
The Lodge is made up of various spaces, living areas, bathrooms and 3 bedrooms with other rooms optional for couples and older volunteers. The house has a nice entertainment area with barbecue (braai) facilities, a comfortable lounge with fireplace and a sparkling pool that you can happily dive into on a hot day. A great area to socialize with your fellow volunteers from all over the world. The interior of the Lodge is laid back and cosy with an African feel.
MEALS
Three meals per day are included and we work on a set menu per week, lovingly prepared by our cook with your assistance. There is free coffee, tea and drinking water available at any time.
For breakfast you will have continental buffet with a choice of bread, fruit, yoghurt, cereals and/or eggs.
For lunch, you can make your own sandwiches with cheese, marmalade, cold meat or other spreads to take with you to the project.
Dinners are a variety of hearty healthy meals such as soups, stews, pies, oven dishes and other options.
We cater for vegetarians and vegans but please inform us before arriving to prepare accordingly.
TRANSPORT
Airport transfers are included in your fee. We also include your daily transport to your project and back to the accommodation.
If you would like to go out after hours and on weekends you can easily book an Uber or Bolt.
OTHER VOLUNTEERS
We host volunteers from all around the world including the USA, the Netherlands, Belgium, Germany, the UK and many other countries.
Fees & Dates
The fees are based on a minimum stay of 12 weeks for internships.
| |
EURO |
USD |
GBP |
| Long Term p/week (min 12 weeks) |
€ 200.00 |
$245.00 |
£175.00 |
Included in the Fee:
- Information and assistance before departure
- Pick up upon arrival and drop off at the end of your stay (on week days)
- Free City Tour and Introduction Program
- Accommodation in volunteer house close to the beach
(7 nights per week of volunteering booked)
- Onsite volunteer coordinator available 24/7
- 3 basic meals a day
- Transfers to and from projects as needed
Excluded are the following:
- Private expenses
- Costs for weekend outings to safari parks etc.
- Air tickets
- Insurance
Starting dates
This internship can be started at any time of the year and arrivals are on Monday’s only. If you will be arriving before Monday, we will gladly assist with accommodation and your pick up - extra days will be charged pro-rata.
On Monday, you will be given your introduction and shown around the area, so that on Tuesday you can start your work.
Participation is per full weeks only and all our projects will be closed for about 3 weeks over Christmas and New Year’s every year.
Add Ons To Your Trip
10% OFF on your Nomad Africa tour when booking through Khaya
Nomad Africa Adventure Tours offers organized tours over Africa. Whether you’re young or young at heart, adventurous or more relaxed, it doesn’t matter, you will always find a fitting tour with them.
Their tours ensure you safety and give you the chance to meet new friends along the way. They are an exciting way of travelling that allows you to explore the country and its surroundings at affordable rates and without having to worry about anything yourself!
And we can make it even better. If you book your next Nomad Tour with Khaya, you will get a 10% off the tour price! We have picked a few of our favorites to combine with this project, check them out below!
7 Day Tours:
14 Day Tours:
10% OFF on your BazBus tour when booking through Khaya
Hop-on Hop-off backpacker bus. Door-to-door. Meet interesting people. Safe and fun way to travel around South Africa. Great alternative to car hire.
Check out their travel options on their site, BazBus. By booking your Bazbus travel with Khaya, you will receive a 10% discount. If interested, please contact us and we’ll help you further with great pleasure.
10% or 20% OFF on your CapeXtreme Adventure when booking through Khaya
The best adventure company in Cape Town! They organize action packed activities and overland tours in Cape Town. On top of that they also do trips from Cape Town to Addo and the Port Elizabeth Area.
Surfing, cage diving, sandboarding, skydiving, everything is possible with Cape Xtreme. You can see the Garden Route or enjoy a day visiting the cape peninsula, or what do you think of a daytrip to Stellenbosch and Paarl for the most amazing wine tastings?
As a Khaya Volunteer, you can get an amazing discount of 10 or 20% depending on the adventure you book. After confirming your booking with us, you will get a voucher code that will ensure you your discount. Simply go to their website CapeXtreme , choose your tour and date, insert the voucher code, proceed to check-out, make your payment online, and enjoy the trip!
15% OFF on your Mzansi Travel when booking through Khaya
The most comfortable & affordable way to do Hop-On Hop-Off Bus Travel Tickets in South Africa. Meet fellow travelers. Fun stops along the way! Travelling on a small budget? Then Mzansi is definitely something for you.
Get a 15% discount on direct tickets, hop-on hop-off tickets and Mzansi Passes. After confirming your stay with us, you will get a voucher code sent to you that you can use on all your Mzansi bookings. Just go to their website Mzansi Travel, make your booking online use the voucher code and off you go!
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