Sustainable Agriculture Assistant | Volunteer Center Sint Maarten

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L'expérience

Join our Agricultural team in tropical Sint Maarten! Help develop sustainable farming practices through garden maintenance, crop cultivation, basic construction, and animal care. Learn Caribbean agriculture while contributing to food security initiatives.

Available: until -June
Stay: 4-12 weeks
Age: 18+
Work: 6hrs/day, 5 days/week

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Ce que vous offrez

6 heures d'aide par jour

Soins aux animaux: Aider à surveiller et prendre soin des animaux.

Construction & Réparation: Aider à diverses réparations ou constructions.

Agriculture: Planter des cultures, semer des graines et aider aux tâches extérieures.

Jardinage: Aider à faire pousser des plantes et cultiver des jardins

Frais supplémentaires requis

Montant: US$ 15 Par jour

Les frais couvrent: Avantages pour les voyageurs, Matériel pour les activités de volontariat, et Don au projet

Description: We ask for a US$15/day contribution to help cover the high cost of living in Sint Maarten. This supports essential expenses such as water, electricity, gas, internet, maintenance, and materials for our sustainability projects. Your contribution helps us keep the volunteer center running and continue offering meaningful learning experiences.

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Ce que vous recevez

2 jours de congé par semaine

Dortoir partagé: Vous aurez un lit dans une chambre partagée, ce qui signifie que vous partagerez la même chambre avec d'autres voyageurs.

Dortoir de l'équipe: Vous aurez un lit dans une chambre partagée, ce qui signifie que vous partagerez la même chambre avec d'autres personnes.

Petit-déjeuner: Vous avez droit à un petit-déjeuner gratuit, tous les jours de votre séjour.

Déjeuner: Vous avez droit à un déjeuner gratuit, tous les jours de votre séjour.

Réductions sur les Visites: Obtenez des réductions pour les visites et excursions dans la ville.

Réductions sur l'Hébergement: Obtenez des réductions pour votre séjour dans d'autres auberges.

Laverie Gratuite: Vous pouvez utiliser notre buanderie librement.

Randonnées gratuites: Nous vous emmènerons en excursions et randonnées autour de la ville. Gratuitement !

Transfert: Nous viendrons vous chercher à votre arrivée et vous emmènerons à notre propriété.

Cours de permaculture: Participez gratuitement à notre cours de permaculture.

Utilisez notre cuisine équipée: N'hésitez pas à utiliser notre cuisine et préparer vos propres délicieux repas.

Certificat: Obtenez un certificat d'achèvement après avoir terminé votre expérience.

Accès Internet Basique: Internet à vitesse basique pour travailler à distance

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Exigences

Courant Anglais

Plus de 18 ans

Accueille les volontaires solo, les couples et les partenaires de volontaires

Passeport de l'Union européenne

Visa ou citoyenneté des États-Unis

Assurance voyage

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Ce qui n'est pas inclus

Vols, assurance voyage, transport interne et visa

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Détails du programme

PROGRAM OVERVIEW

Our Vision:
At Vicky's Keys Volunteer Center, we're developing sustainable agricultural practices adapted to Caribbean climate and conditions. Our program combines traditional farming wisdom with modern sustainable techniques to create resilient food systems.

Program Objectives:
• Establish sustainable food production systems
• Develop climate-resilient growing methods
• Create educational opportunities in agriculture
• Support local food security initiatives
• Demonstrate sustainable farming practices

Key Responsibilities:

1. Agricultural Tasks
- Planting and maintaining crops
- Composting and soil management
- Seed saving and propagation
- Pest management using natural methods
- Harvest and post-harvest handling

2. Animal Care
- Daily feeding and monitoring
- Maintaining animal areas
- Basic health checks
- Record keeping

3. Construction & Maintenance
- Building/repairing growing structures
- Irrigation system maintenance
- Tool maintenance and organization
- Basic infrastructure projects

4. Learning Components
- Weekly agricultural workshops
- Local farming techniques
- Sustainable practices training
- Climate-resilient agriculture methods
- Documentation of growing practices

What You'll Learn:
• Caribbean agricultural techniques
• Sustainable farming methods
• Animal husbandry basics
• Construction skills
• Project management
• Climate adaptation strategies

Ideal Candidate:
• Passionate about sustainable agriculture
• Physically fit for outdoor work
• Basic gardening/farming knowledge
• Willing to learn and adapt
• Team player mentality
• Problem-solving mindset

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Activités et horaires

WORK BLOCKS & ACTIVITIES

EARLY BLOCK (7:45 AM - 2:45 PM)
Best for main agricultural tasks & outdoor work

• 7:45 - 8:15: Morning Startup
- Team briefing
- Weather check
- Task distribution
- Equipment prep
- Animal feeding schedule review

• 8:15 - 12:00: Primary Activities
- Animal care & feeding
- Early harvesting
- Garden maintenance
- Watering systems
- Heavy outdoor work

• 12:00 - 1:00: Break
- Hydration
- Lunch and Rest in shade
- Sun protection

• 1:00 - 2:45: Continued Work
- Planting
- Composting
- Construction projects
- Site maintenance
- Project documentation

MID-DAY BLOCK (11:00 AM - 5:00 PM)
Focus on lighter tasks & indoor work during peak heat

• 11:00 - 11:30: Day Start
- Task briefing
- Equipment check
- Project review
- Team coordination
- Assist with Lunch prep

• 11:30 - 12:00: Morning Tasks
- Indoor seedling care
- Light maintenance
- Shaded work
- Workshop prep
- Record keeping

• 12:30 - 1:30 Break
- Lunch
- Rest period
- Team check-in

• 1:30 - 5:00: Afternoon Activities
- Tool maintenance
- Indoor projects
- Educational sessions
- Planning meetings
- Final animal checks

Task Distribution:

Early Block Focus:
• Heavy physical work
• Main agricultural tasks
• Animal care
• Outdoor construction
• Primary maintenance

Mid-Day Block Focus:
• Indoor activities
• Educational components
• Planning sessions
• Light maintenance
• Documentation

📝 Notes:
• Volunteers choose one block
• Blocks overlap for team coordination
• Tasks adjust based on weather
• Flexibility for special projects
• Emergency protocols in place

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Règles

RULES & GUIDELINES

General Conduct
• Be punctual - arrive 5 mins before shift starts
• Notify team leader of any absence/lateness
• Maintain professional attitude
• Follow safety protocols at all times
• Report any incidents immediately
• Respect local culture and customs
• No phone use during work hours except emergencies

Work Attire & Equipment
• Wear closed-toe shoes (mandatory)
• Sun protection (hat, sunscreen)
• Bring water bottle
• Wear provided safety equipment
• Keep work clothes clean
• Use protective gear when required
• Return tools to designated areas

Living Space Rules
• Quiet hours: 10:00 PM - 6:00 AM
• Keep personal space tidy
• No unauthorized guests
• Follow cleaning schedule
• Respect shared spaces
• Report maintenance issues
• Practice water/energy conservation

Agricultural Area Rules
• Follow organic practices strictly
• Document all plantings/harvests
• Report plant diseases immediately
• Use tools properly
• Clean tools after use
• Follow composting guidelines
• Maintain garden boundaries

Animal Care Rules
• Follow feeding schedules exactly
• Report health concerns immediately
• Maintain clean animal areas
• Document all animal care
• Follow biosecurity measures
• No unauthorized feeding
• Follow handling protocols

Safety Requirements
• No working alone in remote areas
• Use proper lifting techniques
• Stay hydrated
• Take required breaks
• Follow chemical handling protocols
• Know emergency procedures
• Use first aid kit when needed

Prohibited Activities • No smoking in work areas • No alcohol during work hours • No harassment of any kind • No unauthorized tool use • No wasteful practices • No sharing of sensitive information • No unauthorized visitors in work areas