Community Garden Support Volunteer (Ref: 2026-05)
FRIENDS OF THE EARTH MALTA
FLORIANA, Malta
Description
The volunteer will support the maintenance and development of a community garden at FoEM’s Green Resource Centre in Floriana, while also participating in activities linked to the restoration of an old bakery on Comino. Tasks include gardening, organising educational activities, supporting community involvement, and contributing to the Food, Agriculture and Biodiversity campaign. This role combines hands-on environmental work, community engagement, and learning about sustainable practices in both urban and island contexts. ***** For more information and to apply: https://foemalta.org/vacancies/2026-05/*****
Accommodation, food and transport arrangements
The volunteer will be accommodated in a shared apartment near FoEM’s offices, with all accommodation and utility costs covered. A monthly allowance will be provided for food and daily expenses. Travel to and from Malta will be reimbursed up to ESC limits. Transport related to activities in Floriana and Comino will be supported. The volunteer will be covered by private Henner insurance throughout the activity.
Training during the activity
Training will be provided through practical, hands-on learning and mentoring by FoEM staff. The volunteer will gain skills in community gardening, sustainability education, and community engagement. ESC on-arrival and mid-term trainings will be attended. Additional learning opportunities include workshops, skill-sharing sessions, and participation in FoEM events related to food, biodiversity, and sustainability.
Participant profile
The participant is a young person who enjoys working with nature, outdoor activities, and community-based projects. They are motivated to learn about urban gardening, sustainability, and heritage conservation, and are comfortable with hands-on physical work in different weather conditions. The participant is flexible, practical, and enjoys working in small teams. No gardening experience is required, but curiosity, reliability, and a willingness to learn are essential. An interest in environmental protection, community involvement, and sustainable living is important.
Activity dates
A total of 52 week(s) during the period 23/01/2026 to 31/01/2028
Activity location
XATT IC CANGATURA , FLORIANA, Malta
Activity type
Individual volunteering
Looking for participants from
Albania, Algeria, Armenia, Aruba, Austria, Azerbaijan, Belarus, Belgium, Bonaire Sint Eustatius and Saba, Bosnia and Herzegovina, Bulgaria, Croatia, Curaçao, Cyprus, Czechia, Denmark, Egypt, Estonia, Finland, France, French Polynesia, French Southern and Antarctic Territories, Georgia, Germany, Greece, Greenland, Hungary, Iceland, Ireland, Israel, Italy, Jordan, Kosovo * UN resolution, Latvia, Lebanon, Libya, Liechtenstein, Lithuania, Luxembourg, Malta, Moldova, Montenegro, Morocco, Netherlands, New Caledonia, North Macedonia, Norway, Palestine, Poland, Portugal, Romania, Russia, Saint Barthélemy, Serbia, Sint Maarten (dutch part), Slovakia, Slovenia, Spain, St Pierre and Miquelon, Sweden, Syria, Tunisia, Türkiye, Ukraine, Wallis and Futuna
Activity topics
Environment and natural protection
Disaster Preparedness
Nutrition and subsistence agriculture
WASH (Water, sanitation and hygiene)
Deadline for applications
Application deadline: 08/02/2026 23:59
Project code
2023-2-MT01-ESC51-VTJ-000178928