IVHQ Business and Community Development Project in Jamaica
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Program Overview
Volunteers on the Business and Community Development program in St Mary support small businesses, charities and community enterprises aiming to grow and strengthen local impact. Tasks may include business planning, bookkeeping, budgeting, marketing, social media support, website updates, graphic design or basic IT help, depending on your skills and each organisation’s needs. Volunteers may also help with funding documents, organising records, improving processes or sharing ideas that make community projects more sustainable.
Your contribution supports groups with limited resources that play an important role in local development. By sharing your skills you help these organisations work more efficiently, expand their reach and create opportunities for families in St Mary.
This program is open to volunteers aged 18 and older with experience or interest in business, marketing, design or community development. Bringing a laptop is recommended. Placements run one to eight weeks, usually up to five hours per day. Shared accommodation, meals, orientation and in country support are included, offering cultural immersion and the chance to build long term capacity in the community.
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Program Highlights
What's Included
Quick Details
- 1-2 Weeks
- 2-4 Weeks
- 5-8 Weeks
- Business
- Community Development
- Small Business Development
Updated May 20, 2026
Program Details
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Locations
- Ocho Rios, Jamaica
Available Terms / Availability
- Years Offered
- Year Round
Eligible Nationalities
- All Nationalities
Education Levels & Language
- Education
- Any/All Education Levels Accepted
Accommodation Options
- Dormitory
- Guest House
Application Procedures
- Online Application
Age Requirement
All Ages
Duration
- 1-2 Weeks
- 2-4 Weeks
- 5-8 Weeks
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What does the Business & Community Development project involve?
This IVHQ Business & Community Development project matches volunteers with start-ups, charities and NGOs in St Mary to support business planning, bookkeeping, website design and social media.
* Located in St Mary parish, northeast Jamaica.
* Works with local enterprises to scale up operations.
* Volunteers require business, IT or social media skills.
What are the start dates and duration options for program?
The IVHQ Business & Community Development project in St Mary starts every first and third Monday and offers durations from 1 to 8 weeks.
* Start dates on first and third Monday each month.
* Duration range 1–8 weeks.
* Volunteer hours up to 5 hours per day.
What are the eligibility requirements for the Business program?
Volunteers must be aged 18 or older on their start date and show qualifications or experience in business planning, bookkeeping, website design or social media for the St Mary program.
* Minimum age 18 years old.
* Skills or experience in business or IT required.
* Volunteers must bring their own laptop.
What accommodation and support is provided in the Development program?
The business and community development project in St Mary with IVHQ includes dormitory-style volunteer house accommodation and full in-country support from the local team.
* Accommodation via dormitory-style house.
* 24/7 in-country support available.
* Orientation and arrival pickup arranged.
What kinds of skills and outcomes will volunteers gain in the program?
Volunteering in St Mary’s business and community development project with IVHQ helps you gain real-world business experience while supporting local economic growth in Jamaica.
* Mentor local entrepreneurs and NGOs.
* Develop your digital marketing, bookkeeping and planning skills.
* Immerse in Jamaican culture and community life near Ocho Rios.
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