Who We Are
Tanzania Volunteer Experience (TVE) is a locally registered business owned by Tanzanian nationals and mentored by former international volunteers. TVE is currently registering to be a non-profit entity in Tanzania.

Mission
We facilitate the meeting of and interaction between international volunteers and Tanzanian peoples for the purpose of gaining a mutually meaningful and productive experience. We provide a framework for the exchange of ideas, information and resources to enhance the support of local communities. We provide
support for volunteers especially as they transition into their new environment.

Values
We are committed to integrity towards our mission through open communication to all people and organizations.

We value teamwork through the sharing of ideas among volunteers, local peoples & organizations, our staff and all other organizations involved in supporting our mission.

We value a spirit of goodwill and believe that we can best serve our volunteers and the local community
organizations through demonstrated kindness, caring and support.

Financials
TVE operates and provides financial support for community projects solely through the volunteer program fees. The fees are used to cover the following;

• costs of daily operations,
• reimbursement of start-up costs,
• contributions to placements and community projects,
• TVE Initiatives.

TVE funded the start-up of its operations in 2007 through a private no-interest loan. Its short-term goals are to meet operating expenses, and then pay down the loan and support community service projects at a cash ratio of 75/25, respectively until the loan is satisfied. Thereafter, the ratio (after daily operating expenses) will switch to 80/20 between community projects and TVE initiatives, respectively. TVE initiatives would include, but not be limited to, continuing education for the staff and business expansion.

Through its long-term relationship with the community and the volunteer placements, TVE is in a unique position to work with volunteers and community organizations to determine useful community service projects. TVE will look to contribute in areas such as education, basic sustenance, home-care, sports programs, women's groups, and small entrepreneurial projects. In all cases TVE will require that some investment be made by the receiving organization to complement TVE's contribution.

Staff

Michael Revius - Founder
Michael is the founder of and advisor to Tanzania Volunteer Experience. Michael founded TVE after volunteering in Tanzania in 2006. Prior to this he held R&D project management positions from 1997 to 2006 in various biotech and pharmaceutical companies including Pfizer, Inc. He started his career working in the field of environmental testing and remediation. Michael holds a B.S. in Chemistry, and is continually enhancing his project management skills.
Michael's responsibilities at TVE are to advise on the overall operation and strategic direction of TVE. He is responsible for all hiring, and represents TVE outside of Tanzania.

Ayoub Kaduma - Program Manager
Kaduma is the Program Manager for Tanzania Volunteer Experience. Prior to this position, Kaduma has been involved in the education area for over 10 years. He has co-founded 3 secondary schools, and an NGO which supports orphans and widows. He has also served as a teacher, and has spent much of his career in the social service sector. Most recently he has been working for a foundation involved with international volunteers. Kaduma holds a teaching certificate in math and physics, and a university diploma in business.

Kaduma's responsibilities at TVE are to manage the placements, and to represent TVE to the communities in Tanzania. He also manages the day-to-day operation of the volunteer house.

Nelly Leng'ete - Coordinator
Nelly is the volunteer coordinator for Tanzania Volunteer Experience. Nelly has direct experience as a coordinator to international volunteers in previous positions. In this capacity Nelly was responsible for overseeing the day-to-day activities of over 20 volunteers. She managed the logistics associated with their placements, their stay at the volunteer house and non-routine issues.. Nelly is a Tanzanian national, and received her primary and secondary school education in Kenya. She is fluent in English and computer literate.

Nelly's responsibilities at TVE are to assist volunteers in carrying out their volunteer assignments, and to be available to volunteers for day-to-day issues and requests.