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"Dylan came ready to work, and clear in his expectations. We soon formed a plan that would work in with his time here. Dylan was very humble, and quickly formed positive relationships with the accounting and support staff. He followed through on everything we agreed he would do, and worked with great efficiency...

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...A complete audit of our systems and accounts was carried out, a cash flow forecast was prepared, the 2018 budget was prepared, a new set of Finance Policies were created, and the month end procedures reviewed and updated. I would highly recommend Dylan and want to thank AFID very much for sending him along and helping make this assignment a success!"



[Partner Organisation]
Flame, Cambodia

“I am currently planning my next assignment with AfID for early next year. For anyone who has ever thought about doing something like this – please do! Its fun, educational, heart-warming, and a chance to consider what really matters in life..

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..I had been worried that I would not feel the same as I did when travelling 10/15 years ago but as it turns out maturity has given me experience about what to expect/how to deal with it and may have helped bring out the best in others. Perhaps you truly are never too old...” 
 



[Volunteer]
Caroline, ICAEW
Pampamayanang Mangyan Ugnayan, Philippines

"Phil quickly grasped our immediate needs as well as recognizing other important reporting/tracking systems we will need for any donor enquiries. He tackled everything with great fervor and will continue to be of service to our organization."





[Partner Organisation]
Painted Dog Research Trust, Zimbabwe

"We are over the moon with Donna's help and are looking forward to a better financial management that costs us less time and stress as a result of what we have learned."





[Partner Organisation]
The Ara Project, Costa Rica

"Laurence was so helpful,very committed and devoted all his time to ensure we meet the deadlines of all priority areas we had set....

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...He is so knowledgeable in Accounting,his methods and approach to sharing knowledge is good and perfect. We cant thank him enough and hope to see him again in Uganda to see progress of what he started."



[Partner Organisation]
Patrick Obura, Finance Manager
Natural Resources Conservation Network, Uganda

"I’ve worked for 6 small NGOs in Africa and Latin America through AfID and they have provided me with some of the best experiences and memories of my life!...

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Always organised professionally and matching my needs to the organisation. If you like adventure and doing something to help others, this is for you..."



[Volunteer]
David, ICAEW
Sport 4 Socialisation, Zimbabwe

"I had a truly amazing experience - in my placement at BCVI as well as experiencing Belize and Central America...

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...I felt super supported by AfID and all dealings were very professional. I would definitely recommend a placement with AfID to anyone and happy to be an ambassador for candidates."



[Volunteer]
Chad, CPA
BCVI Belize

"Tanja is a determined hard-worker, who is also patient, caring, and able to break down complicated concepts into understandable and implementable actions...

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We sincerely enjoyed working with Tanja, and we look forward to continue to use her suggestions."



[Partner Organisation]
Twende, Tanzania