Hands-on Logistics Volunteer
ANANDA MARGA PRACARAKA SAMGHA
Ourondo, Portugal
Description
>>> To proceed with your application, apply and fill in this form: https://forms.gle/HjJAGSc5oMZcG4pG6. Join us at Ananda Kalyani and develop your hands-on skills by taking care of the daily logistics that allow the project to run smoothly. You will be involved in stock management, transport and distribution of people and goods, supply chain management, and shopping project purchasing needs. Provide rides to community members, take care of the cars, transport heavy materials and objects, monitor what products should be bought for the project as you keep an eye on stock such as cleaning and bedding material, keep track of incoming task requests from other teams, and distribute delivered packages to the concerned members. Expect a variety of tasks that require you to be sharp, present, and efficient. + Dates and duration are flexible! Note: Applications should be in English. Check our volunteering opportunities and other info here: https://anandakalyani.org/volunteers/
Accommodation, food and transport arrangements
Volunteers will be provided accommodation in one of the community houses, sharing a room with one or more fellow volunteers. The rooms are equipped with the basic comforts such as a bed, sleeping bags, pillow, and light. If preferred, there is also the option to camp with a tent on the land in the warmer seasons. Food: a local team prepares the food for the community (lunch and dinner) according to the Sattvic diet. There is a self service policy for breakfast. Throughout the whole day there is a tea table with tea, coffee, and fruits. Rides will be provided if needed among the community.
Training during the activity
As a volunteer, you will be mentored, coached and trained in your role from the concerning coordinator, through direct guidance and through learning by doing. Daily tasks will require your communication skills in English. At last, the nourishing and at the same time challenging surroundings invite you to grow and expand as a person, along with a healthy lifestyle and wellbeing tools. ---- You can proceed with your application by filling in this form: https://forms.gle/aDveYqaKf3hjSzCx5
Participant profile
Someone who: resonates strongly with the values, vision and mission of Ananda Kalyani; is committed to working as environmentally sustainable as possible; has the ability to handle multiple tasks simultaneously, prioritise activities and meet deadlines efficiently; is able to quickly identify potential problems and find creative solutions to overcome them; enjoys collaborating with others as a team; has an eye for detail to ensure that all logistics processes are executed accurately; is intrinsically motivated to be of service and brings a go-getter attitude. Applications should be in English
Activity dates
A total of 12 week(s) during the period 16/02/2025 to 15/05/2025
Activity location
Sítio do Carvalhal, 1, Ourondo, Portugal
Individual volunteering
Looking for participants from
Spain, France, Ireland, Italy, Portugal, United Kingdom, Germany, Belgium, Greece, Malta, Croatia, Luxembourg, Austria, Denmark, Sweden, Netherlands, Georgia, Ukraine, Czech Republic, Cyprus, Serbia, Slovakia, Slovenia, Latvia, Poland, Canary Islands, Norway, North Macedonia, Finland
Activity topics
Social challenges
Environment and natural protection
Health and wellbeing
Education and training
Creativity and culture
Nutrition and subsistence agriculture
Deadline for applications
No application deadline