Communal Living and Events Coordinator
Coordinator | Erik
Coordinator | Erik
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SB is looking for a Communal-Living Coordinator to share experiences in a large communal volunteer home.
This volunteer program is especially suitable for:
Age 18+
Singles
Couples
Families
Groups
50+
Sustainable Bolivia supports local and international volunteers interested in making a lasting impact. We work hard to arrange a mutually beneficial volunteer experience.
We always need volunteers or interns to help our NGO administratively and give additional support in order to develop further our activities and projects.
Sustainable Bolivia is looking for a Communal-Living Coordinator to share experiences in a large communal volunteer home. The Coordinator’s main responsibility will be organizing community events such as shared dinners, parties, yoga/dance classes, workshops, language exchanges and art exhibitions.
The coordinator will ensure that house tasks are shared and that volunteers feel supported. Acting as a crucial link between SB staff and the volunteer community, the selected applicant will work closely with our team of international and local employees, to ensure the best experience possible.
Typical day
Some duties of the Resident Coordinator’s responsibilities may include:
Volunteer Introduction and Orientation
- House & City tours
- Introduction to Host Organization
Promoting Shared Living Experience in SB Houses
- Establishing systems of communal living
- Involving new volunteers in SB community
- Sustainable living: recycling, compost, natural cleaning products
Sustainable Bolivia events
- Event Preparation (pot-luck dinners, yoga classes, workshops, etc.
- Organize weekend trips
- Encourage and support volunteers to participate in the shared community
This position is an opportunity to implement creative ideas for promoting success in a communal, sustainable, living environment.
Free-time activities
In their free time, volunteers can enjoy a lot of activities around Riberalta such as enjoying the nature of the Amazon (tours, trekking) and the animals, enjoying the rivers (boat tours) or the swimming pools close-by. It is also very easy to go to Brazil where you there is a lot of amenities for shopping.
If volunteers want to travel, there is a lot to see in Bolivia itself (easily accessible by plane) such as the salt flats, the Titicaca Lake, the cities of La Paz, Sucre and Tarija (this last one for the wines), the mines of Potosi and of course its incredible nature and the parks around Santa Cruz (Amboro) or Samaipata, and around Villa Tunari.
Water Sports
Swimming
Sightseeing
Shopping/
Souvenirs
Souvenirs
Hiking
Sports
Yoga/
Meditation
Meditation
Requirements
In order to join the program you need to be at least 18 years old on the program start date. There might be exemptions if you can provide the permission of your legal guardian(s) or if your are accompanied by your parents.
You need to speak English (intermediate level)
or Spanish (basic level)
No restrictions. Helping hands from all over the world are welcome.
Preferred Qualifications:
Experience in living in a communal environment
Passion for implementing sustainable practices in the work and living environment
Project Management and Program Administration skills
Creativity and initiative in problem solving
Sense of humor and flexible attitude
Professional Spanish Language Ability (Fluency Preferred)
Experience in living in a communal environment
Passion for implementing sustainable practices in the work and living environment
Project Management and Program Administration skills
Creativity and initiative in problem solving
Sense of humor and flexible attitude
Professional Spanish Language Ability (Fluency Preferred)
Your helping hand will be required on
Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday, Thursday and Friday
from
09:00
- 17:00
What's Included
All include:
- Accomodation
- Wi-fi
- Bottled water
- Airport pick up
- Orientation upon arrival
- General support before and during the volunteering
- 24h/7d support in case of emergencies
Riberalta Airport
250$ for a shared room in the volunteer house (depending on availability)
350$ for a private room in the volunteer house de(pending on availability)
450$ for a private room in a host families (3 meals/day included)
- Bottled water available
- If you live in a host family, you get 3 meals per day (vegetarian option possible)
Good access at the project site
Visa, flights, travel insurance or vaccinations are NOT included in the program fees.
The nearest airport is Gen Buech Airport (RIB) in Riberalta. We assist you to find cheap flights to Bolivia.
Going abroad is an adventure and it is always best to be prepared. Sudden illness or injury, cancellation or theft - a travel insurance for Bolivia provides security and is a plus to have.
If you are intending to volunteer in Bolivia you should seek medical advice before starting your social journey. Check your required vaccinations for Bolivia.
Dates & Fees
NO CREDIT CARD FEES
Details on arrival
- All year round
- Airport pick up
- Orientation upon arrival
This program is paused due to COVID-19
Jan
Feb
Mar
Apr
May
Jun
Jul
Aug
Sep
Oct
Nov
Dec
4 - 50 weeks
Program fees
4 weeks
(min. stay)
$350
5 weeks
$438
6 weeks
$525
7 weeks
$613
11 weeks
$963
19 weeks
$1,663
50 weeks
(max. stay)
$4,375
Average fees
$88
/week
Please note that the above shown program fees are estimated.
Sustainable Bolivia
will let you know about the final price during your application process.
The deposit is simply to reserve your volunteer placement. Payments are handled by PayPal, our trusted global payment provider. If you don't have a PayPal account, you can also pay using a credit card.
Your final payment will be agreed with Sustainable Bolivia during the application process. Common solutions are either via bank transfer or a cash payment at the project site.
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Communal Living and Events Coordinator
SB is looking for a Communal-Living Coordinator to share experiences in a large communal volunteer home.
$88/week
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