📝 Detailed information
💼 What the programme involves
Sólheimar is an eco-village in Iceland and is renowned for its ecological, artistic, and international community ethics. Powered with thermal and solar energy, the village is fully sustainable.
The main work in this project will be in Forestry called Ölur and also in the greenhouses which are called Sunna.
The main activities, but not limited to are; Forestry; managing, planting, using, conserving, and repairing forests, woodlands, and associated resources for human and environmental benefits. Agriculture: cultivating soil; planting; raising, and harvesting crops. Horticulture: growing fruits, vegetables, and plants. Environmental work around the property.
Tasks
Coordinate Project Participants
Organize household chores & schedule
Organize/supervise cooking sessions
Participate in the program activities as a volunteer. The Leaders will work as a team under the supervision of the Project Manager of the organization, and the Manager from Sólheimar Eco- Village.
🏠 Accommodation on site
4 double rooms with private bathroom, a fully equipped kitchen, and common areas. The common areas are shared with the local workers. Wireless internet access is provided free of charge.
Food is included for the duration of the project; however, everyone is expected to do their fair share of the cooking and cleaning. We reduce our carbon footprint on the planet by cutting down our meat intake. Lunch is served at the Cafeteria.
Pick up at BSI Bus Station, Return transfer to project Site from Reykjavík
Note: There is no public bus running from the project location.
🎒 Leisure activities
The project reflects learning opportunities for the volunteers as well as for our organisation and the community where it will take place. By hosting ESC volunteers, we bring another long-term international dimension to the organization with our internship program, educational tours and short-term projects. Discovering many kinds of new techniques related to environmental sustainability, new skills, a new language, involving children and youngsters in creative sessions and take responsibility to realize an own project.
⚠️ Requirements
The Participant profile: Please note!!! This is only open to participants with good knowledge or education in the field of Agriculture, Horticulture, or Environmental Science.
Age: +22
Physical skills: Physical strength, Heavy lifting, Hand-eye coordination, Strong eyesight, Good hearing. Fine motor skills
Skills and competencies: Our leaders have to be Positive and Highly Motivated. Self-initiative and Organizational skills are a must. Time-management skills and ability to work under time pressure during high peaks of the season. Effective communication. Flexibility
Deadline: Application deadline: 22/03/2023
ℹ️ Additional information
Participants are entitled to receive a Youthpass certificate from the organiser, for recognition of their competence development during the activity. Read more about Youthpass:https://www.youthpass.eu/en/
This organisation holds a European Solidarity Corps Quality Label. The Quality Label certifies that the organisation is able to run projects in compliance with the principles and objectives of the European Solidarity Corps.