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IVHQ Business and Community Development Project in Jamaica

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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 he...

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Program Highlights

Projects start every first and third Monday of the month.

Includes airport pick up, orientation, dormitory-style volunteer house accommodation, meals and 24/7 in-country support.

Volunteer up to 5 hours per day working with start-ups, charities or NGOs in St Mary tasks may include business planning, bookkeeping, website design, social media, and financial planning.

Work may involve mentoring local entrepreneurs, helping organisations apply for grants, improving operational systems, and developing marketing or online presence.

Opportunity to use your professional/business skills to support small businesses and community initiatives, gain real-world development and NGO experience, and build networks with local stakeholders.

Quick Details

Locations:
  • Ocho Rios, Jamaica
Availability
Year(s) OfferedYear RoundDuration:
  • 1-2 Weeks
  • 2-4 Weeks
  • 5-8 Weeks
Age Requirement:Open to All Ages
Types & Subjects
Causes:
  • Business
  • Community Development
  • Small Business Development
Guidelines:
  • All Nationalities
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Awards

Top Rated Provider Volunteer Abroad 20252025 Finalist - Innovative Volunteer Abroad ProgramNotable Mention - GoAbroad Top Rated Volunteer Abroad Providers 2024Top Rated Provider 2023 - Volunteer AbroadTop Rated Volunteer Abroad Organization 2022Zero CarbonNotable Mention 2021 - Volunteer Abroad

Program Details

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Locations

  • Ocho Rios, Jamaica

Types and Subjects

  • Causes
  • Business
  • Community Development
  • Small Business Development

Availability

Years Offered: Year Round

Duration:
  • 1-2 Weeks
  • 2-4 Weeks
  • 5-8 Weeks

Age Requirement

Open to All Ages

Guidelines

All Nationalities

Program Cost Includes

  • Accommodation / Housing for Program Duration
  • All Program Activity Costs
  • Wifi Costs
  • Weekday Meals (Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner)

Accommodation Options

  • Dormitory
  • Guest House

Qualifications & Experience

      Accepted Education Levels

    • Any/All Education Levels Accepted

    Application Procedures

    • Online Application

    Frequently Asked Questions

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    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 ...

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