Health Check team advert 

Status Actively Recruiting
Application Deadline August 31, 2026

We are seeking volunteers to join our Health Check team for a 2-week medical examination exercise for the students of The School of St Jude in Arusha, Tanzania.  

The School of St Jude is a charity-funded international non-governmental organisation (iNGO) that provides a free, quality education to 1,800 primary and secondary students from the poorest communities in Arusha and surrounding regions. 

As our school continues to grow rapidly, we are seeking dedicated volunteers to join our team in Arusha, Tanzania. By becoming part of our Health Check team, you will play a crucial role in supporting the Student Health and Welfare team. Your primary responsibility will be to identify students who may have health problems that could potentially hinder their ability to learn and achieve their full potential, providing them with appropriate advice and support. 

Position Details
  • Volunteer period: 14th February 2027 – 26th February 2027 
  • Accommodation provided (food costs covered) 
Key Responsibilities

As a member of the Health Check team, you will work closely with the Team Leader, Community Relations Manager, Community Relations Team Lead, and Health and Welfare Assistant Team Lead to conduct comprehensive health checks. This includes; 

  • Performing various assessments such as height and weight measurements, vision testing, hearing screening, brief physical examinations, and recognising signs of emotional well-being in students
  • Collaborate effectively within the team, following the direction of the Team Leader, Community Relations Team Lead, and Health and Welfare Assistant Team Lead
  • Conduct health checks, adhering to standard protocols and procedures outlined in the Information Pack 
  • Provide guidance and support to students and Health and Welfare staff regarding common conditions observed during health checks 
  • Assist students identified with specific, less common, and more serious health issues 
  • You will be required to document your findings and recommendations accordingly. 
Qualifications, Skills & Attributes
  • Current registration with a relevant health professional body, as applicable to the specific clinical roles (see Skills and Competence below) 
  • Current police check and Working with Children Check
  • Ability to work effectively in a team, even in unfamiliar and challenging environments 
  • Proficiency in using relevant equipment within your field of expertise. 
Skills and Competence

We require volunteers with various skill sets: 

  • Health professionals experienced in conducting medical assessments of children and/or adolescents. This may include experienced General Practitioners, Nurse Practitioners specialising in child health and paediatrics 
  • Health professionals capable of performing vision assessments. This may include optometrists, orthoptists, ophthalmologists, and nurses
  • Health professionals skilled in hearing screening and interpretation of results. Depending on the available equipment, hearing testing may also be required
  • Individuals who are highly organised and enjoy working with children and adolescents. Desirable attributes include an understanding of medical terminology and experience working with individuals with disabilities like vision impairment and cerebral palsy. This role may interest allied health professionals such as physiotherapists, occupational therapists, nurses, or university students pursuing health professions. Candidates with experience in psychology and/or social work, particularly in cross-cultural environments, will also be considered. 

St Jude's is located in Arusha, a town that serves as the gateway to popular East African national parks and game reserves such as Ngorongoro Crater, the vast plains of Serengeti, Lake Manyara, Tarangire, and Arusha National Park. It is also near Mt. Kilimanjaro—the largest free-standing mountain in the world. You'll have the opportunity to experience the breathtaking beauty of Africa before or after your volunteer period at the school.

For further details on the medical checks involved, please download our Information Document, and to understand more about the heath checks at the school of St Jude, please visit the below video on You tube https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=70d5ZLrjX44

For additional information or inquiries about the medical checks, please contact both:

How to Apply:

Interested candidates for these volunteer positions are kindly requested to send their CV and cover letter to janelarkin1@gmail.com and cc Philip.m@schoolofstjude.co.tz  and focus.c@schoolofstjude.co.tz. Include the position being applied for in the subject line.

The application deadline is August 31, 2026, but later applications may be considered contingent on filling all the required positions in the Health Check team.

Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted.