FAQs

No. However, we are a faith-based organisation and the application form includes a pastoral reference.

Volunteers can request the length of time and time of year to volunteer. Many of our programs are impacted by the school calendar. However, throughout the year there are other church related activities you can be part of if your program of interest is not running. 

If you are planning to volunteer for a year, we recommend the Hillsong South Africa Internship Program that runs from February to December each year.

No. Volunteers need to be passionate about working with people, motivated to bring hope to people and have a flexible, “can do” attitude.

There is no specific training provided. You will be matched with HAF program/s that you have an interest and/or skills in.

You can be part of most programs and participate in more than one if you have an interest and/or skills in. In addition, volunteers are involved with different aspects of church life and events such as Sisterhood, Men’s Conference, Encounter, Kids Fest, Colour Conference & Christmas Spectacular. 

Please check our programs and upcoming events at church.

The week starts on Tuesday with a team meeting for staff, interns & key volunteers from all of our Hillsong South Africa locations. Tuesday is set aside for meetings and program preparation. From Wednesday to Friday depending on which programs you are part of, you will prepare activities, materials and work within the community. On Sundays, volunteers arrive early for a Volunteer Prayer Meeting and then serve in our Sunday teams such as VIP and Accelerate Centre. Saturdays and Mondays are free for you to relax! 

Tuesday to Friday (9am to 5pm), Sunday (7:45 am to 6:30pm)

You are responsible to get to our Hillsong Church location in Century City and you will then be transported to & from the program in our vehicles. 

Traveling in Cape Town is more convenient by car. Public transport and Uber are available. Transport options depend on how long you are planning to come for and where you stay.

Please refer to MyCity for public transport information.

It is your responsibility to organise your accommodation. We advise you to stay in Century City or the Milnerton area (close to our main church location), or the Atlantic Seaboard area close to the city where transport is accessible. Map

Monthly expenses may vary depending on where you choose to stay, the transport you use, your grocery purchases and your social & tourist activities. 

An approximate monthly budget includes: 

R6000 – Accommodation

R1000 – Groceries

R650 – Bus

R120 – Mobile Data 

R1500 – Social & Tourist activities

TOTAL

R9270 on average

You can check prices at our major supermarket chains below:

Checkers

Pick’n’Pay

Woolworths

We will endeavour to help you with this.

Send us your information here.

Yes. There are a lot of courses you can do at Hillsong South Africa. 

On Wednesday nights, there are many things for you to get involved in, including: Evening College where you can gain greater insight and revelation of God as you dive deeper into His word & Equip Courses where you can learn and grow in all aspects of life. Please check the start date of each course and whether there is a cost.

You can also join one of our Groups where you will connect with people, create relationships and grow to become all that God has designed you to be. Groups include: bible study & interests such as food, sport, professions, social causes or hobbies. 

If you are creative you can also join Creative Team Night on a Thursday evening and attend master classes, coaching groups and practice in preparation for what may be required of them.

Once you are here our team will help you to get involved!

You will volunteer from our Century City location and visit different community areas during the week. You are welcome to get involved on Sundays in another church location, however this is dependent on transport. Visiting other church locations is a great opportunity to experience other cultures and languages. 

You can see our locations here.

It is highly recommended that you can speak English.

If you are a National from Australia, New Zealand, USA, Canada or the European Union you will get a temporary Visitors Permit – valid for 90 days when you present your passport. But if you stay longer than 90 days or come from a different country you can apply for a South African Volunteer Visa. 

Ensure you are aware of your Visa requirements prior to your arrival. Please enquire through the South African embassy in your country or go to South African Home Affairs for more information regarding Visa requirements. Please note, we are not responsible for your travelling documentation.

Since you are going to be doing a lot of activities, bring comfortable, modest clothing including covered shoes. Cape Town is very windy throughout the year, so bring a warm jacket.

HAF has a number of computers with internet access available for use during the week. However, we recommend you bring your own laptop.

As a foreigner, you will experience Cape Town to be a safe city, as long as you follow the same rules that apply to most big cities (be discreet with your valuables, avoid empty streets, especially at night, etc).

HAF always aims to keep our volunteers safe whenever we go into a community or township. If you plan to visit somewhere, please let us know so we can advise you.

South Africa’s currency is the South African Rand.

South Africa has one of the most advanced banking systems in the world, instant cash is available with major credit cards from hundreds of ATMs throughout the country. 

Major credit cards are accepted throughout the country and shops. It’s always a good idea to inform your bank if you’re planning to use your credit card overseas.