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SFEL's Mission is to promote community benefit and food security in the Konso Special Woreda, Southern Ethiopia, using the tools of Eco Tourism and Permaculture.
YOU can get involved in our mission in a number of ways; as a customer, a trainee, a volunteer or an intern! Explore the rest of the web-site to find out more. For JOBS, INTERNSHIPS and VOLUNTEERING, See below:
VOLUNTEERING
Dowload volunteering INFORMATION FORM: Volunteer Information Sheet
To apply for volunteering please fill out the APPLICATION FORM below and send it together with CV and covering letter to info@permalodge.org
Volunteer Application Form: Volunteer Application.doc
INTERNSHIPS
Trainee/Assistant Permaculture Farm Manager
This position is ideal for someone with training in agriculture and limited experience of farm management with some other experience of managing people in a working environment. A grasp of basic horticultural and farming techniques and their application is essential (e.g. budding, grafting, composting etc.) It offers the chance to get experience of Permaculture through hands on practical application and regular consultation with our senior farm manager (Mr Tichafa Makovere) who is an experienced Permaculturalist from Zimbabwe. The assistant manager will supervise the implementation of plans laid down by the Farm Manager himself, who is not able to be on the site continuously due to other commitments, as well as to deal with emerging situations as they arise. The position requires an ability to direct local people through a local supervisor (who has some grasp of the English language). It requires a tough though flexible character, an ability to think on your feet and some charisma to inspire confidence in directives given to the workers. Though a trainee in the field of Permaculture, the assistant manager should know what they are doing on a farm.
A driving licence and ability to drive a motor-bike is desirable
Major Responsibilities:
· Supervising the day to day operation of the gardens and monitoring of water usage
· Monitoring the operation of the nursery and seed bank
· Leading tours of the farm for visitors
· You may be also asked to assist with our Permaculture implementation schemes in local schools in Konso, though most of the work will be on the on-site Permaculture demonstration farm.
Length of Position: 1 month probation, extendable from 3 months to 1 year.
Working Hours: 8 hours per day, 6 days per week, 2hrs on Sunday (50 hrs total).
Terms of volunteering: Full room and board (meals and accommodation with project staff); Quarterly leave 5 days; sufficient notice should be given so the position can be covered (you will have a chance to visit the local tribal cultures of the nearby Omo Valley).
Benefits: 1/2 Price 72h Permaculture Design Course in January 2010
Volunteer Coordinator, Handyman and Logistical Assistant
- Coordination for volunteers; developing their timetables with them upon arrival (in coordination with the farm and Permaculture departments), supervising the implementation of their timetables with them – (i.e. making sure they get up on time, get to breakfast, get on with the tasks they are set.), generally looking after the requirements of volunteers and seeing that they behave themselves properly.
- Assistance with general maintenance of on-site facilities
- Assistance with logistical support for all aspects of project operation including the lodge, farm and Permaculture in Konso schools projects; ordering materials, offering technical support where possible, ordering technical support for outside where necessary, driving the small company vehicle where required (250cc Chinese 3 wheel motorbike) (e.g. trips into the field, collecting materials from the market),
Length of Position: (1 month probation period) 3 months to 1 year
Working Hours: Variable but not less than 48hrs per week.
Terms of volunteering: Full room and board (meals and accommodation with project staff) including tent and food in the field); 5 days leave (you will have a chance to visit the local tribal cultures of the nearby Omo Valley).
1/2 PRICE Permaculture Design Course
JOBS
Strawberry Fields Eco Lodge: Seeking ELECTRICIAN and CARPENTER
SFEL is seeking a competent electrician to assist with installation of mains electrical system and solar equipment AND a carpenter to assist with fitting out service buildings and bedrooms using locally farmed timbers, natural and cultural materials.
Background: Strawberry Fields Eco Lodge is located in Konso, south Ethiopia, an area noted for its unique local culture and indigenous agricultural system. The project combines an eco-lodge, Permaculture demonstration farm, organic restaurant as well as organising off-site community-based trekking and cultural activities. SFEL promotes food security in Konso through Permaculture design training and consultancy services delivered to local schools and communities, as well as promoting alternative livelihood through community based tourism. Working at SFEL is a challenging and rewarding experience, offering a chance to gain experience of the unique and fascinating local culture, learn about Permaculture and as well as traditional local artesian skills such as dry stone terracing, thatching and mud-work. More info @ www.permalodge.org
Length of Position: Open: 1 month minimum to 6 months (extendable)
Working Hours: 40hrs per week.
Terms of contract: Full room and board (meals and accommodation with project staff Monthly pocket money 1200Birr (~US$100)
2 days off per week (you will have a chance to visit the local Konso villages and other tribal cultures, such as of the nearby Omo Valley).
You will also have the chance to learn about PERMACULTURE in the rural African context.
To Start: ASAP
Contact: Info(at)permalodge.org
00 251 912 21 46 87
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