Zero Waste Campaign Support Volunteer (Ref: 2026-03)
FRIENDS OF THE EARTH MALTA
FLORIANA, Malta
Description
The volunteer will support Friends of the Earth Malta’s Zero Waste Campaign, which promotes waste reduction, circular economy solutions, and responsible consumption. Activities include assisting with policy advocacy, public consultations, communications, and community-based events such as workshops and awareness activities. The volunteer will also support projects focused on food waste reduction and public education. This role encourages active engagement with communities while contributing to national and European efforts to reduce waste and landfill use. ***** For more information and to apply: https://foemalta.org/vacancies/2026-03/*****
Accommodation, food and transport arrangements
The volunteer will be accommodated in a shared flat close to FoEM’s offices, with rent and utilities fully covered. A monthly allowance will be provided to cover food and personal expenses. Travel to and from Malta will be reimbursed up to ESC limits, and local transport costs related to volunteering activities will be supported. The volunteer will receive private Henner insurance for the duration of the placement.
Training during the activity
The volunteer will receive continuous on-the-job training through close collaboration with the Zero Waste Campaign Coordinator. Training topics include waste policy, circular economy principles, community engagement, and campaign communications. The volunteer will also take part in ESC on-arrival and mid-term trainings. Additional learning opportunities may include workshops, networking events, and collaboration with Zero Waste Europe and other partner organisations.
Participant profile
The participant is a young person interested in waste reduction, circular economy principles, and sustainable consumption. They are motivated to work with communities and support behavioural change through education and outreach. The participant is open-minded, communicative, and comfortable supporting events, workshops, and awareness activities. They are able to balance practical tasks with research or communication work. Prior experience in zero waste or environmental activism is not required, but enthusiasm for sustainability, community engagement, and inclusive environmental solutions is essential.
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
Deadline for applications
Application deadline: 08/02/2026 23:59
Project code
2025-2-MT01-ESC51-VTJ-000384963