About Sanctuary Hostel
Sanctuary Hostel is an innovative nonprofit startup with the goal of creating an eco-hostel that supports community-based animal welfare, to address the stray animal crisis in Mexico. Our model plans to be self-sustaining in that we will not rely solely on donations and thus not be at risk of returning animals to the streets. We have the land and architectural designs, and are currently fundraising for construction of the facility. As we continue to grow, we expect to collaborate and work with other nonprofits in both Mexico and the US to achieve our mission. Visit www.sanctuaryhostel.org for more details.
WE ARE AN ALL VOLUNTEER OPERATION AND THEREFORE USE A VOLUNTEER INTEREST FORM AS PART OF THE VETTING PROCESS DUE TO SPAM APPLICATIONS
Type of help:
Volunteer Role Summary: We are seeking volunteer working board members who are passionate about helping animals and have the time and motivation to join our active and ambitious leadership team. New volunteers in this role will take lead on key workstream efforts and ensure a good fit with other board members before being formally nominated for the board. We need a lot of help and therefore we are seeking experienced leaders to donate at least four hours a week for at least 6 months to tackle this ambitious and important work. Our Leadership Team meets biweekly, typically on a weekday at 5PM or 6PM Pacific time. Candidates with Startup experience or experience dealing with ambiguity and building from scratch highly preferred.
Languages spoken:
ENGLISH
What else ...:
Due to volunteer time limitations if you do not use the form above, we will not process your application To learn more about the stray animal crisis in Mexico, please watch our video: www.shostel.org/astrayslife
How many travelers can volunteer?:
Ask Sanctuary Hostel or TO APPLY PLEASE USE OUR VOLUNTEER APPLICATION FORM AT www.shostel.org/apply
Accommodation suggestions:
Specializations: We are looking for some board members with expertise to fill specific officer positions. Please indicate in your application if you have an interest in these roles: Treasurer - requires creating and reviewing financial goals, reports, projections, and budgets etc. Legal - requires familiarity with Mexico / US nonprofit regulations Secretary - requires managing overall administration for the Board President - requires leading the Board. Must have prior board experience. Currently the founder serves in this position but would like to focus more with work "on the ground" in Mexico. Public Relations
Hours expected:
Volunteer Role Summary: We are seeking volunteer working board members who are passionate about helping animals and have the time and motivation to join our active and ambitious leadership team. New volunteers in this role will take lead on key workstream efforts and ensure a good fit with other board members before being formally nominated for the board. We need a lot of help and therefore we are seeking experienced leaders to donate at least four hours a week for at least 6 months to tackle this ambitious and important work. Our Leadership Team meets biweekly, typically on a weekday at 5PM or 6PM Pacific time. Candidates with Startup experience or experience dealing with ambiguity and building from scratch highly preferred.
Availability:
Volunteer Primary Responsibilities: Lead fundraising efforts and/or outreach/networking efforts Prepare for and participate in official board meetings, including self-review of Board performance Utilize your own network to bring in partners, donors, or volunteers Act as an ambassador on behalf of Sanctuary Hostel As a board member, you are expected to contribute an amount that is personally significant/meaningful to you
Wish List:
Qualifications/Skills: Bachelor's degree OR 3-5 years of experience in related field Ability to make strategic decisions in ambiguity and bring clarity to goals Ability to work effectively with volunteers and diverse stakeholders Ability to work independently and asynchronously in a remote environment Previous startup and nonprofit experience, especially in building out marketing functions is preferred
How would you like to volunteer?:
Virtual (you can do it from a computer, home or anywhere)
In Person (you'll go to a physical location)
Cause Category:
Arts & Culture
Emergency & Saftey
Immigrants & Refugees
Seniors
Sports & Recreation
Faith Based
Computers & Technology
Justice & Legal
Advocacy & Human Rights
Animals & Wild Life
Children & Youth
Families
Women
Hunger
Health & Medicine
Politics
Community
International
Disaster Relief
Homeless & Housing
LGBTQ+
Veterans & Military Family
Race & Ethnicity
Environment
People with Disabilities
Crisis Support
Education & Life Skills
Length of Time :
Short-Term ( one time or less than a month)
Long Term ( 30 days or more)
Region:
USA
Canada
Caribbean
Central America
Middle East
South America
Africa
India
Europe
Asia
Australia
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