Olancho Aid Foundation
Goal of Program
Olancho Aid is creating an economically sustainable community in Olancho Honduras that provides families an opportunity to stay well, stay together, and an option to stay at home. It focuses on issues such as education, climate instability, and access to clean water. The strategic advisor volunteer program is geared toward experienced professionals and experts in their field who work to fill a specific, immediate need in the Foundation. These specialists may help to assess, refine, or develop programming or serve as a mentor to staff in Honduras or the United States.
Type of Placement
Strategic advisors with experience in their field (7+ years) complete specific projects in areas such as Accounting, Finance, Special Needs Education, Vocational Training, Secondary Education, Hydroponics, Sustainable Agriculture, etc.
Service Area
The Foundation serves the city of Juticalpa (pop. 129,000) and the surrounding rural communities.
Service Length
Placements are developed based on the project at hand and the availability of the volunteer. Strategic advisors generally serve a minimum of four weeks and may complete tasks on site and remotely.
Program Size
2-10 volunteers
Requirements
Bachelor's degree, vocational training, and/or 7+ years experience in a field aligned with our mission. Willingness to participate in a Catholic community.
Financial Arrangements
Monthly stipend (for volunteers who serve at least four months in Honduras), travel medical insurance, housing, local SIM card, local transportation, and wireless internet.
Living Arrangements
Volunteers are provided housing with electricity, indoor plumbing, and running water while in Juticalpa.
Training
Volunteers are required to attend in-country orientation before beginning service that covers Foundation and Diocese policies, cultural differences, safety precautions, and school procedures.
Application Deadline
Volunteer and Mission Team applications are accepted on a rolling basis throughout the year.
Start Date

Contact:
Volunteer Coordinator
Address
PO Box 15
Rockland, MA 02370
Phone: 781 423-3701
Email:
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Additional Contacts
Jessica Santavy
P.O. Box 204
Accord, MA 02018
Phone: 724 875-8148
[email protected]
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Affiliation
Roman Catholic
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