Program, akce: Evropský sbor solidarity (ESC) — dlouhodobé dobrovolnictví (5 měsíců)
Začátek dobrovolnictví: 22. září — 1. březen 2026
Místo konání: Reykjavík, Island
Deadline přihlašování: 9. červen, 16:00
Prosím přečtěte si informace o tomto dobrovolnictví zde a popisy každé dobrovolnické role níže. Pokud máte zájem se přihlásit, prosím zašlete v jednom emailu na tyto dvě emailové adresy ([email protected] a [email protected]) následující dva dokumenty:
- Životopis v angličtině (max. 2 strany A4),
- Motivační dopis (max jedna A4 stránka),
- 2.1. Pokud se hlásíte na pozici Photography Coordinator, prosím zašlete i link na své Portfolio fotografií;
- a nezapomeňte také odeslat vyplněnou přihlášku, kterou najdete zde.
In your application, clearly state which role and period you’re available for.
Pro to, abyste na tento projekt mohli jet je nutné, abyste vlastnili nejen občanský průkaz (který musíte mít ze zákona), ale také platný cestovní pas (s platností min. ještě 150 dní od datumu začátku vámi vybraného projektu).
V rámci programu Evropský sbor solidarity jsou následující finanční specifika: v rámci všech projektů ESC je kompletně (ze 100 %) zajištěno jídlo, ubytování, aktivity, povinné doplňkové pojištění u pojišťovny Henner, jazykový kurz, místní doprava, a to vše je zcela pokryto z fondů EU programu Evropský sbor solidarity a zařízeno organizátory. Účastníkům dále budou proplaceny cestovní náklady (v případě tohoto projektu) ve výši max. €395 z místa bydliště do místa konání projektu a zpět.
Účastník musí:
- Být ve věku 18-30 let;
- Být zaregistrovaný na portálu ESC (v případě, že máte s registrací problém, řiďte se tímto návodem)
- Mít zájem o dobrovolnictví a tento projekt;
- Ovládat angličtinu alespoň na úrovni B1
Hostitelská organizace: SEEDS – Sjálfboðaliðar umhverfis landið
ESC příležitosti:
What is SEEDS?
Founded in 2005, SEEDS Iceland is an Icelandic non-governmental, non-profit volunteer organisation designed to promote intercultural understanding, environmental protection and awareness through work on environmental, social and cultural projects within Iceland. SEEDS’ projects are structured on self-organisation and self-management providing a unique and enriching experience for all involved.
- Environment Camp Coordinator – volunteers who assist in coordinating and participating in the international Nature & Conservation workcamps around Iceland, and in the winter environment educational activities and virtual camps, as well as social solidarity projects in Reykjavík. They also act as a link between the Icelandic hosts and the international short-term volunteers.
- Photography Camp Coordinator – volunteers who assist in coordinating and participating in the international camps relating to photography, environmental awareness, and coordinating our arts and culture projects in Reykjavík. They also participate in our social solidarity projects in Reykjavík.
- Public Relations & Communications Volunteer – volunteers who are based in our office in Reykjavík and who assist in the creation and management of online content in SEEDS social media accounts; as well as keeping up-to-date quality and performance procedures; and participating in SEEDS artistic, cultural and educational activities. They also participate in our social solidarity projects in Reykjavík.
Applicants are requested to send the following information in English to [email protected]
- CV (Curriculum Vitae) – max two pages;
- Motivation letter – max one page;
- Photography Portfolio (if applying for Photography Coordinator);
- Completed SEEDS questionnaire – you can find it here.
Duration: 22.09.2025 – 01.03.2026 / 5,5 months (160 days). First day of in-person training is Monday, 22nd of September.
Volunteer Roles:
There are 8 vacancies for Camp Coordinators and 2 for PR & Communications.
● Environment Camp Coordinator – volunteers who assist in coordinating and participating in the international Nature & Conservation workcamps around Iceland, and in the winter environment educational activities and virtual camps, as well as social solidarity projects in Reykjavík. They also act as a link between the Icelandic hosts and the international short-term volunteers.
● Photography Camp Coordinator – volunteers who assist in coordinating and participating in the international camps relating to photography, environmental awareness, and coordinating our arts and culture projects in Reykjavík. They also participate in our social solidarity projects in Reykjavík.
● Public Relations & Communications Volunteer – volunteers who are based in our office in Reykjavík and who assist in the creation and management of online content in SEEDS social media accounts; as well as keeping up-to-date quality and performance procedures; and participating in SEEDS artistic, cultural and educational activities. They also participate in our social solidarity projects in Reykjavík.
Volunteers in the role of Camp Coordinator lead teams of international volunteers for about 10-14 days. Volunteers are based in Reykjavík, and occasionally travel to camps in other locations around Iceland (applicable during the summer season May-October).
This role is ideal if you are…
● Ready to work with international groups
● Interested in environmental issues
● Interested in spending time with people from all over the world
● Positive and flexible
● Ready to work outdoors
● Proactive and ready to adapt to changes
What is included:
● Accommodation: shared house in Reykjavík, walking distance from the office/city centre. While in camps in the countryside, accommodation is provided by local hosts; facilities vary according to the accommodation available
● Food is provided by SEEDS, and volunteers help organise the weekly shopping. A plant-based diet is followed during SEEDS‘ camps
● Monthly pocket money
● Health insurance for the duration of the project. Having a valid European Health Insurance Card before travelling to Iceland is mandatory
● Transportation costs from the supporting organisation’s address to the hosting organisation’s address (and and back) are covered by the project’s budget up to Erasmus+ limits for a certain country, based on the Erasmus+ distance calculator. For the Czech Republic, this is €395.
