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Voluntary work and internships in West Papua

Volunteer for West Papua

The Foundation for a Sustainable Development in Papua Barat (SDSP) is a professional NGO that offers great chances and possibilities for those who want to support our work in West Papua. Volunteers can either work in the Netherlands or Papua Barat. In the Netherlands we always need extra help with the fundraising, administration and promotional activities. In West Papua we offer internships or working vacations.

Interested?
E-mail the SDSP

 

Opportunities for volunteers

All our work is done by volunteers. Enthusiasm and professionalism characterize our volunteers. Activities for the SDSP are executed in the Netherlands and in West Papua.

Dependent on your interests, skills and knowledge we offer different possibilities.
Volunteers Netherlands

Vulunteer abroad In the Netherlands:
  • Fundraising
  • Administration
  • Public relations
  • Participation in special knowledge groups (healthcare, eco-tourism, art)
  • Translation (Indonesian and English)

In West Papua:

  • Project evaluation
  • Field research new projects
  • Execution; construction, renovation

 

Who are we looking for?

We are looking for enthusiastic, serious candidates who want to make a contribution to our foundation. Together we decide wich activities suit you best and how much time you can spend. If you have special skills and knowledge about water management, forest management, medical care, don't hesitate to contact us!

Working in West Papua
As a volunteer in Papua Barat you need to be available for at least 1 month. The maximum period you're allowed to stay on a tourist visa is 2 months. You have to pay your own travel expenses. The SDSP supports your work from the Netherlands, but local support is available. Bed and board also will be provided.

Basic knowledge of the Indonesian language is necessary as you have to work independently. If you don't speak Indonesian the possibilties for working in West Papua are limited.

 

Interested?

E-mail the SDSP