Volunteer
Benefits of Volunteering with TRAMA
Working with the Trama weavers is a rewarding experience.
- Learn about international development, fair trade, and cooperatives
- Gain experience and marketable skills
- Learn about traditional Mayan weavings
- Practice your Spanish and discover Guatemalan culture
Volunteer Qualifications
- Self motivated and flexible
- Ability to work independently
- Ability to adapt to diverse cultural settings
Volunteer Application Process
There are no fees for volunteering. All positions are non-paid.
To apply, please fill out and send an application form to admin@tramatextiles.org.
If you are in Quetzaltenango, stop by to meet with us.
Volunteer Positions
| Co-ordinator | (2 Positions) | |
| Qualifications: | Administrative or management experience is an advantage | |
| Responsibilities: |
Communicate with online buyers, wholesale purchasers Manage online sales and shipping Recruit, oversee and coordinate other volunteers Ad hoc project assistance |
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| Spanish: | Intermediate | |
| Commitment: |
Minimum 3 months Monday to Friday (9am-5pm) |
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| For current openings please consult our Trama listing at idealist.org | ||
| Store Attendant | ||
| Responsibilities: |
Attend customers Arrange products and store displays Local publicity (posters, fliers) Assist with inventory management Assist weaving students |
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| Spanish: | Beginner | |
| Commitment: | Minimum 2 weeks (10 hr / week) | |
| Communication & Marketing | ||
| Responsibilities: |
Manage and update online content (Website, Facebook) Graphic design projects Photography of products, textiles Local publicity (posters, fliers, email) Translation |
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| Spanish: | Beginner | |
| Commitment: | Depending on project | |
| Product Designer | ||
| Responsibilities: | Create new textile and product designs | |
| Spanish: | Beginner | |
| Commitment: | Minimum 2 weeks | |
| Grant Writer | ||
| Responsibilities: |
Find potential sources of funding; private donors, grants, etc. Draft materials and communicate with donors |
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| Spanish: | Intermediate | |
| Commitment: | Minimum 2 weeks | |
Help Trama to improve the lives of local women.
FAQ's
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