Save the Planet

  Portugal

Faro

Durations of Program: 9-12 weeks, 3-6 months, 7-12 months, 1-2 years and over 2 years
Typical Duration of Program: 3-6 months
Dates: throughout the year

Description: Landscapers/Garden designer, Web site developer, Marketing Person, Buildings handiperson, General labour

Highlights:

Do you want to save the planet?

Big changes are looming in the ecological balance of our planet and if like us at EcoAlgarve you think the time has come to get involved in steering us away from catastrophe then read on.....

We need help in transforming this place in Cerro da Cruz, Algarve, into a functional yet easthetic centre for our operations which include setting up and operating a direct and web-based marketing campaign as well as preparing for the opening of an organic cafe / retail centre.

Qualifications:

Who can help?

Naturally we would be happy to receive applications from fully experienced and qualified trades people but if you are not, don't let it put you off applying. The only real qualifications you need are physical fitness, self-motivation and the time and will to get involved. In short, we would be very interested to hear from anyone who is serious about saving the planet whether for a short-term experience or possibly getting involved in a long-term objective. In exchange for your services we can offer accommodation, a living wage and travel expenses and of course included in the package is one of the most beautiful countries in Europe.

Experience Required: no

This Program is open to Worldwide Participants.

Participants Travel to Portugal Independently

Typically Participants Work Independently

Application Process Involves:

• In-Person Interview when Feasible
• Phone Interview
• Resume
• Written Application

EcoAlgarve's Mission Statement: Since our inception in 2004 and thanks to many volunteers who have assisted along the way, EcoAlgarve has made excellent progress in preparing the site for public use. Having recently secured funding for the project, we urgently require skills in marketing and multimedia as well as other skills associated with our planned cafe and retail/exchange outlet.

Year Founded: 2004