Wellness Woodcraft, an eco-friendly woodworking unit established in 2019, seeks passionate volunteers to support its mission of creating sustainable wooden kitchenware and home accessories. The organization aims to preserve traditional craftsmanship while promoting environmental responsibility through handmade products and educational woodworking classes. By bringing in volunteers, the unit hopes to enhance its production, design, and outreach capabilities while providing a unique learning experience in sustainable craftsmanship.
Volunteers will be integral to the daily operations of Wellness Woodcraft, assisting with multiple aspects of the organization. Key responsibilities include day-to-day production in the workshop, tools maintenance, wood milling, supporting classes and workshops, product design, marketing, logistics, and managing social media. The ideal volunteer will demonstrate a willingness to learn, assist with basic tasks, maintain a strong work ethic, and show commitment to collaboration. Skills to be developed include woodworking techniques, wood selection and preparation, sanding and finishing, bowl turning, spoon carving, design creativity, and tool maintenance.
The volunteering opportunity is designed for a minimum duration of 4 to 6 months, with work hours scheduled from 10 AM to 1 PM and 2 PM to 4 PM. No specific academic background is required, making this an accessible opportunity for individuals interested in woodcraft and sustainability. Volunteers will work under the guidance of Anand Rajan, the Unit Manager, and will be expected to engage fully with the organization’s mission and daily operations. The position is open to individuals with a passion for craftsmanship and environmental responsibility.
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Vision:
The vision of Auroville Consulting is to create a knowledge-based enterprise of excellence in
Auroville.
Mission:
– To facilitate a two-way flow of exchange between Auroville and the outside world.
– To undertake commercial activities wherein the values, skills, experiences, and know-how of
Auroville can be expressed and utilized.
– To groom and nurture young talented and skilled Aurovillians to take up challenging
developmental tasks while taking care of most of their economic needs.
– To undertake activities that will generate surplus funds for Auroville.
Roles and responsibilities:
Paid Promotion: Google (and Meta) marketing strategy, ROI, budget setting
Analytical – Google Analytics for website & social media analytics
SEO Strategy and Planning
Link Building
Conditions or the need
Auroville Consulting provides strategic and integrated planning, project management, design, and monitoring services in the domains of sustainable resource management (energy and water) and sustainable management practices. We are looking for committed individuals that have prior experience in engaging the renewable energy sector.
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Visit our websites: http://www.aurovilleconsulting.com/; http://www.aurovilleretreat.org/;
http://agpworkshops.com/
Position and Role of the Volunteer
The Energy Policy Analyst will work on strategic planning, project management, and policy-related projects.
Goal & expected outcome
The volunteer/intern is required to work on technical aspects of projects related to renewable energy.
Conditions & Support
The following benefits will be provided to the candidate during the first 3 months of the probation period:
* Auroville stipend will be provided after the 3 months probation period.
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