Dedicated In-Country Staff

"The In-Country staff was wonderful! They were all so friendly and helpful, and truly went above and beyond in all aspects. They made every point in making sure we were comfortable in our work placements, our living situations, etc., and openly welcomed suggestions and ideas. I think the staff, both in New York and in Ghana, was the foundation of what made my stay so amazing and memorable."

Eunie, Volunteer in Ghana

International volunteering is a complex endeavor, requiring a knowledgeable and experienced team of professionals. Successfully placing volunteers from another culture into a community project and ensuring that they are making a meaningful contribution requires a competent and dedicated in-country staff.

CCS staff members are highly qualified to provide support and guidance to our volunteers and the local projects because they have years of experience in cultural exchange. Internationally recognized and respected, they are passionate about international volunteering and committed to the success of each program.

Why does CCS provide a dedicated in-country staff?

Local Insight

All our in-country staff members—from Country Directors to cooks to drivers—are from the communities where we work, living and working there year-round. This gives them insight into the people and culture that only a local person would have.

Support to our Volunteers and Local Projects

Coordinating work for international volunteers who may not be fluent in the local language or familiar with local customs takes a lot of effort. Many organizations refuse to work with international volunteers because they simply don't have the resources to support them.

The local organizations we work with trust that we will be there to help the volunteers be effective at their placements. Our staff ensures that our volunteers are supporting the community's goals, and creating a positive, productive environment for the organization and people they serve. These organizations deserve nothing less than our best effort.

Expert Support

CCS staff works closely with the local projects to carefully match each volunteer's skills with the needs of the local organizations. Setting up volunteer placements, managing expectations on both sides, and supporting both their staff and our international volunteers takes energy and expertise.

Our in-country staff provides an experienced and professional approach, as well as an important local perspective, carefully working to ensure that every placement is a good fit and that the volunteer work contributes to the goals of each organization.

The expert support that CCS staff provides, and the dedication we have toward our work can best be explained by CCS volunteers. Contact us today to speak with one of our alumni.

Explore Where You Can Go for details about our staff in each country.