Call for volunteers: 2018 ACCES music conference in Nairobi

1 nov 2018 - 16:51

The Music In Africa Foundation (MIAF), a pan-African organisation, seeks volunteers for the ACCES music conference in Nairobi, Kenya, from 15 to 17 November 2018 at the Kenya National Theatre.

Music In Africa is looking for volunteers who can help with the running of the ACCES conference this November.

This is a perfect opportunity for young, vibrant people aspiring to start or further their careers in the music/arts industry and events production sector. We invite interested candidates, especially persons currently studying or working in the arts and culture scene in Nairobi, to apply for this opportunity.

Key responsibilities will include supporting some of the following areas:

Conference registration processes.
Exhibitions coordination.
Catering processes.
General support to delegates during conferences.
Performance and stage management support.
Technical and logistical support.
Venue preparation.
Production crew support.

Requirements

Studying/working in a relevant sector or previous study/work experience.
Good command of Swahili and English.
Available to work from 14 to 18 November 2018.
Available to attend orientation on 13 November 2018.
18 years or older.
Advantageous: candidates who have some work experience in the abovementioned key responsibility areas.

Remuneration

The MIAF will pay volunteers a stipend.
Volunteers will receive a letter of service.

Should you wish to apply for this opportunity, please email your CV together with a short motivation (no more than 200 words) and at least two contactable reference to Beth Achitsa at beth@musicinafrica.net by Friday 9 November 2018.

About ACCES

ACCES is a pan-African event for music industry players to exchange ideas, discover new talent and create business linkages. ACCES is held in a different African city every year, attracting active music industry players from across the globe.

ACCES is organised by the Music In Africa Foundation is partnership with Goethe-Institut, Siemens Stiftung, Kenya’s Permanent Presidential Music Commission and the Kenya Cultural Centre. Other partners include ONGEA, Ketebul Music, SAMRO Foundation, Midem, Busara Promotions, Bayimba Festival, WOMEX and Sound Creations.

For more information, including registration and sponsorship opportunities, visit the ACCES website or download the ACCES 2018 brochure here.