Medical Volunteers

Developed in Arusha, Tanzania to promote genuine volunteer experiences, Rafiki Volunteers Organisation assists international volunteers with finding significant placements that make positive differences within the local communities. We strive to ensure that this is a cost effective and safe program.

Volunteers are welcome to participate in our medical placements. Rafiki means “friend” in Swahili and that is what we hope you will become with the local doctors, nurses, and health workers. We will place volunteers in placements matching your particular abilities and background so that we can help you accomplish your volunteering goals in Tanzania.

Anyone with tertiary education experience in the health industry can apply for the Rafiki Volunteers medical program. We will design your program based on your prior experience, knowledge level, and skills. Volunteers interested in working in the hospitals and health clinics much be self motivated, enthusiastic and be able to show initiative in this often challenging workplace.

We also offer placements for physiotherapists, dentists and other medical professions.

Tanzania boasts some of the world's most beautiful landscapes and wildlife. While volunteering in Arusha many participants will also take the time to go on Safari in the Serengeti, Ngorongoro Crater and Lake Manyara. Many of our volunteers have even climbed Mt Kilimanjaro during their stay.

The participants of our medical program make a significant and lasting difference to both their patients and the facility that have worked in. It is important to continue to implement and teach Western medical techniques to create a more effective medical system in Tanzania.

Volunteers will often have the opportunity to assist in advanced surgeries and treat diseases they would never encounter in their home country.
An incredible and affordable experience for any medical students or qualified professionals.

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