Volunteer in Cambodia to share your expertise with us and join the adventure
How to become a volunteer?
In order to make sure that the volunteering missions offered by PSE go as smoothly as possible, both for the volunteers and for the teams on site, the association has put in place a few conditions for applying.
Admission requirements
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Over 18 years old
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Fluent in English (oral and written)
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A good level of health
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Excellent interpersonal skills
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Must be available for at least 6 months
There are different forms of voluntary work at Pour un Sourire d'Enfant
Solidarity missions
These voluntary missions respond to the precise needs of our local Khmer team based in Phnom Penh. It is necessary to commit yourself to a minimum of 6 months, which allows a good integration and an optimum satisfaction.
They are generally support missions to set up new programmes, assist teachers or help the communication department... Discover our opportunities and apply by sending your CV and a cover letter to : rh-france@pse.ong.
Volunteer for International Solidarity (VSI)
The aim of VSI missions is to provide expertise to associations. Selected volunteers already have at least 2 or 3 years of professional experience and bring skills that are difficult to find in Cambodia.
Missions last between 1 and 6 years within our different departments.
Find the humanitarian mission to suit you in our job vacancies!
Pour un Sourire d'Enfant' Camps
Every year, we welcome more than 200 volunteers to run camps in Cambodia for 5 weeks. The camps are designed to keep children from going back to scavenging or doing other manual work during their holidays.
Find out more about the PSE camps.
Solidarity missions with Pour un Sourire d'Enfant
Pour un Sourire d'Enfant regularly offers volunteer missions in Cambodia.
Q&A
- Is there a minimum duration for volunteering at Pour un Sourire d'Enfant?
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Yes, you must be available for at least 6 months.
- How can I do a Volunteer for International Solidarity (VSI) with Pour un Sourire d'Enfant?
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The Voluntary Service of International Solidarity is a specific type of status defined by Europe, in agreement with the Ministry of Foreign Affairs. At Pour un Sourire d'Enfant, the VSI type contracts are reserved for candidates with specific skills and expertise that the association cannot find in Cambodia. The missions last between 1 and 6 years and the remuneration varies according to the position and the profile.
- What is the difference between volunteering and voluntary work?
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Volunteering and voluntary work are the result of civic commitment. In the case of volunteering, the commitment is free and does not meet any particular conditions (age or skills for example). Voluntary work, on the other hand, is a contractual and exclusive commitment with an association, for a specific duration and mission.
- Who can volunteer at Pour un Sourire d'Enfant ?
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Pour un Sourire d'Enfant does not impose any particular restrictions (for example, there is no age limit for applying). However, your profile must correspond to the needs of the local team (studies, skills, minimum 6-month commitment, etc.).