Social Enterprise Gardening, Maintenance, & More
by El Terreno

Program Overview
Want to use your skills to help low-income rural communities in Ecuador? This position is for you! Join us and become integral to promoting and growing El Terreno's initiatives. Work alongside the founder and other key stakeholders to help design and implement strategies that ensure long-term success. This role offers the chance to apply your skills abroad and tackle new challenges. Bring your cre...
Want to use your skills to help low-income rural communities in Ecuador? This position is for you! Join us and become integral to promoting and growing El Terreno's initiatives. Work alongside the founder and other key stakeholders to help design and implement strategies that ensure long-term success. This role offers the chance to apply your skills abroad and tackle new challenges. Bring your creativity and ideas!
Specialists needed:
Building & Maintenance
Permaculture & Gardening
Work 25-35 hours a week (Mon-Fri) based on your choice: 5 hours/day with a $25 weekly contribution to cover utilities, or 7 hours/day at no cost.
- Learn about our vision, models & strategy.
- Work alongside the core team & stakeholders to design strategies.
- Develop a framework to deliver your strategy.
- U...
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Program Highlights
What's Included
Quick Details
- 3-6 Months
- Agriculture
- Building & Construction Projects
- Business
- Community Centers
- Conservation
Updated Jul 17, 2026
Program Details
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Locations
- Guaranda, Ecuador
Available Terms / Availability
- Years Offered
- Year Round
Eligible Nationalities
- All Nationalities
- This Program is also open to Solo, Couples
Education Levels & Language
- Education
- Any/All Education Levels Accepted
Accommodation Options
- Dormitory
- Home-stays
Application Procedures
- Online Application
- Phone/Video Interview
- Resume
Age Requirement
18+
Duration
- 3-6 Months
Starts At
Salary & Compensation
For 25 hours of work a week we provide you the following: Comfortable dormitory accommodation Cooked Lunches Monday-Friday Essential amenities (bed...
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As an organisation committed to a community-based approach, we search for ethically minded participants who share our vision for a more vibrant, prosperous, and sustainable world. An ideal participant is passionate, proactive, can work to deadlines, and takes pride in their work — all this while desiring to step outside of their comfort zone, build authentic relationships, and become a member of our international community.
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