Caretaker in Rainfer Primate Rescue and Rehabilitation Centre
Fundación Rainfer
Fuente El Saz de Jarama, España
Descripción
Rainfer Sanctuary is, since 1995, a rescue and rehabilitation centre for primates that have been subjected to human exploitation (illegal trade, circuses, zoos that kept them in poor conditions or have been illegally used as pets). Our main aims are fighting against illegal trade of wildlife, raising environmental awareness in the society through education and taking care of primates sheltered in our facilities (at the moment we shelter and take care of 125 primates of 26 different species). We are now seeking for European Solidarity Corps volunteers eager to learn and take part in animal conservation. Volunteers will collaborate with our professional caretakers in Sanctuary’s daily tasks such as: elaboration of primate diets; small and medium-sized monkey feeding; hygiene and disinfection of primate facilities; elaboration of enrichment techniques for physical and psychological rehabilitation of primates or development of ethological observation of primate groups.
Alojamiento, manutención y transporte
Volunteers will be accommodated on site in a fully equipped bungalow with 4 double bedrooms with ensuite bathroom, kitchen and dining room. Volunteers are responsible for keeping it clean, however our cleaning personnel will help keep the area in good conditions. The Sanctuary is a 30-minutes’ walk from the closest village, where all basic shops and equipments can be found. Madrid can be accessed by bus in their spare time, 1 bike is available for volunteers. This programme includes HENNER insurance, travel costs, monthly and food allowance and pocket money according to the ESC limits.
Formación durante la actividad
Volunteers will be offered a Spanish-language course prior to their incorporation to the team, however at least a medium level of Spanish (B1) is required at the beginning of the volunteering. During the stay, volunteers will be instructed and accompanied through all activities and tasks. Besides, they will assist to a series of lectures and seminars to learn more about different aspects of primate care, biology, and wildlife conservation.
Perfil del participante
Volunteers between 18 and 30 years old, compromised with primate conservation and eager to experience animal care from a practical point of view. Candidates must be motivated, highly responsible and very active (the work is quite physical and can be tiring), maturity and compromise with our mission to comply with our safety and health protocols are also required. A medium knowledge of Spanish (B1) is required to join our team. We choose our trainees and volunteers regarding their environmental sensibility, respect for animals and motivation for learning about primate preservation.
Fechas de la actividad
Del 16/07/2024 al 28/12/2024
Lugar de la actividad
143 Vereda del Chaparro, Fuente El Saz de Jarama, España
Tipo de actividad
Voluntariado individual
Se buscan participantes de
Alemania, Bulgaria, Bélgica, Chequia, Chipre, Croacia, Dinamarca, Eslovaquia, Eslovenia, Finlandia, Francia, Grecia, Hungría, Irlanda, Italia, Letonia, Lituania, Luxemburgo, Malta, Noruega, Países Bajos, Polonia, Portugal, Rumanía, Suecia
Temas de la actividad
Environment and natural protection
Fecha límite para la presentación de solicitudes
Fecha de solicitud: 24/05/2024 23:59