Help create a great experience at our marine conservation center in Bocas del Toro, Panama

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  Description

  The conservation center is a 5-star PADI resort and marine conservation center focused on citizen science and coral conservation. We host volunteers from around the world, offering immersive programs in marine biology, diving, and sustainability.
  
  We are looking for a passionate and dynamic individual to enhance the onsite atmosphere, engage with participants, and support our social media efforts. Must be willing to commit at least 2, ideally 3 months.

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  Types of help and learning opportunities

  Hospitality/Tourism
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  Cultural exchange and learning opportunities

  You can explore Panama culture and nature. We are a marine conservation center so you will also have access to staff pricing for our dive and conservation course. Finally, you will be able to participate in our activities with the community that generate positive impact such as mangrove clean ups and other initiatives. On your own time there are chances to visit the Ngöbe Buglé community in San Cristóbal or the community of Jamaican immigrate descendants in Bastimentos. You can participate in tours like cacao tours donde by locals where you can learn more about culture and traditions.

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  Help

  Key Responsibilities
  Community Engagement
  •⁠ ⁠Create a welcoming and inclusive environment for all participants.
  •⁠ ⁠Organize and lead group activities such as:
  * Beach outings
  * Social nights (e.g., drinks, movie nights, game nights)
  * Cultural or recreational activities in the local area.
  •⁠ ⁠Act as a liaison between participants and staff, addressing any questions or concerns to ensure a positive experience.
  
  Social Media
  •⁠ ⁠Capture photos and videos of participant activities, marine life, and daily operations for our online presence.
  •⁠ ⁠Filter, do a basic edition of the material and upload to our drive.
  •⁠ ⁠Upload 1-3 Instagram stories daily to showcase life at the center.
  •⁠ ⁠Upload a reel or post every 2-3 days.
  
  Atmosphere Building
  •⁠ ⁠Be a friendly and approachable presence onsite, encouraging social interaction among participants.
  •⁠ ⁠Foster a sense of community by promoting shared experiences and teamwork.
  •⁠ ⁠Assist in creating a memorable and enjoyable environment that aligns with our mission and values.
  
  Time-scope
  We are very objective driven, so we will not ask for a certain amount of hours of work. Example: You can record all the instagram stories for the week during a couple hours and upload them though out the week. How you manage your time is up to you.
  We are aiming for two activities a week, of which probably one will be on-site or more low-key and another one more of an outing.
  
  Requirements
  •⁠ ⁠Personality: Outgoing, social, and approachable; enjoys working with diverse groups of people.
  •⁠ ⁠Diving: PADI Open Water certification or willingness to obtain it with us in the first week.
  •⁠ ⁠Experience: Background in hospitality, community management, or marketing are a plus.
  •⁠ ⁠Skills:
  * Basic photography and videography skills.
  * Familiarity with Instagram and social media trends.
  * Strong organizational and communication skills.
  •⁠ ⁠Language: Fluent in English (Spanish is a strong advantage).
  
  What We Offer
  •⁠ ⁠Accommodation in a shared dorm.
  •⁠ ⁠Access to diving and marine conservation activities.
  •⁠ ⁠Transportation and activities stipend (example: $10 USD for taxi boat and $10 for an afternoon at a bar.)
  •⁠ ⁠The opportunity to live and work in a stunning tropical location.
  •⁠ ⁠The chance to make a meaningful impact on marine conservation while building valuable skills.

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  Languages spoken

  English: Fluent
  Spanish: Intermediate

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  Accommodation

  Individual bed in a 4 bed bedroom. The floor also has a shared kitchen, dining and living room. Food is not included in the offer, so we will not request more than 15 hours of help a week.

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  What else ...

  We are located in Solarte, one of Bocas del Toro archipelagos islands in Panamá. Our Center is in the breath-taking jungle and only 80 meters from the ocean. We are a 10 minute boat ride to the main island (Isla Colón) where you can find a grand variety of restaurants, supermarkets and nightlife. We find it to be the perfect balance having the tranquility of our spot with access to the ocean and jungle trail, but very close to town.
  
  Bocas del Toro was declared Hope Spot in December 2019 by Mission Blue. It is home to countless important marine organisms including sharks, sea turtles, bottlenose dolphins, over 120 species of sponge, three different species of mangroves and a diverse array of Caribbean coral species.

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  A little more information

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    Internet access

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    Limited internet access

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    We have pets

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    We are smokers

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    Can host families

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  Can host digital nomads

  We have great wifi. We have various spaces inside an out to set yourself up with your laptop.Perfect for remote workers.

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  How many Workawayers can stay?

  One

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