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Every week the Lisbon Project mobilises a team of 100+ volunteers to pursue our mission!
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VOLUNTEER VACANCIES
COMMUNITY LIFE DEPARTMENT
Youth Explore Volunteer
Time Commitment: 5 hours a week minimum (Mostly Saturdays) Reports to: Youth Explore Coordinator Start Date: As soon as possible summary: Youth Explore is a biweekly activity aimed at migrant and refugee teenagers. You will work with a team responsible for a variety of program related activities, such as planning regular social gatherings and meetings with the teenagers. The meetings and social gatherings are centred around a variety of topics such as leadership, cultural a
Family Friday Volunteer
Time Commitment: 4 hours a week minimum (Fridays 15h00-19h00) Reports to: Welcome Events Coordinator Start date: As soon as possible summary: As a Family Friday volunteer you will be a vital member of a team that is making a meaningful impact to refugees and migrants in Lisbon. The Lisbon Project is set on building a community that empowers and integrates migrants and refugees. We value relationship building in all that we do, and the Community Life Department is the centr
Kids Explore Volunteer
Time Commitment: 5 hours a week minimum ( Mostly Saturdays ) Reports to: Kids Explore Coordinator Start Date: As soon as possible summary: Kids Explore is a regular creative social activity aimed at migrant and refugee school going children between the ages of 5 and 12 years old. As a Kids Explore Volunteer, you will be responsible to assist in a variety of activity related duties, such as planning and attending social gatherings with the children.. The social gatherings ca
Community Dinners Volunteer
Time Commitment: 2 hours a week minimum (Wednesdays 18h30 - 20h30) Reports to: Welcome Events Manager Start Date: Open to applications summary: As a Community Dinner volunteer you will be a vital member of a team that is making a meaningful impact on refugees and migrants in Lisbon. The Lisbon Project is set on building a community that empowers and integrates migrants and refugees. We value relationship building in all that we do, and the Community Life Department is the c
Better Together volunteer
Time Commitment: 4 hours per week Reports to: Better Together Coordinator Start Date : Open to Applications summary: A s Facilitator for the Women’s Meetings, Better Together at the Lisbon Project, you will be responsible to help plan and attend women’s workshops and social gatherings. Your main goal will be to help create a community of women that can rely on one another and find friends amongst people from different cultures. Better Together organises bi-weekly meetups en
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EDUCATION PROGRAM
Volunteer Portuguese Teacher
Time Commitment: 6 hours per week – Minimum 13-14 weeks Reports to: Education Program Manager Minimum Education Level: Upper secondary education Start date: As soon as possible summary: The Lisbon Project is a non-profit organization that exists to protect and integrate the lives of migrants and refugees in the city of Lisbon. We are currently seeking volunteers to teach Portuguese to foreigners. We will be offering intensive courses for levels A1 and A2 of six hours
Homework Club Tutor
Time Commitment: 1.5 hours a week minimum Intern reports to: Education Program Manager & Homework Club Tutor Coordinator Minimum Education Level: 12th Grade / High School Start Date: As soon as possible summary: The Lisbon Project is a non-profit organization that aims to protect and integrate the lives of migrants and refugees in the city of Lisbon. Moving to another country is a big step for anyone. There are many new challenges to overcome in the everyday life, wheth
Social Care Department
Bridge Team Member
Time Commitment: R equired minimum of 1 morning or 1 afternoon in-person per week, for a minimum of six months; highly desired more than this! Reports to: Bridge Team Manager Start Date: As soon as possible Summary: The Lisbon Project’s mission is to build a community that integrates and empowers refugees and migrants. The Bridge Team’s role in this is to support community members to get: integrated through increased understanding of their specific paperwork and
Care Team Expert Panel Member
Time Commitment: Flexible; 0.25 - 1 hour per week remotely available to answer questions sent via the LP’s communication platform, Slack. Welcome to attend in-person team meetings/gatherings as desired, but this is not a requirement of the role. Reports to: Care Team Manager and Social Care Director Minimum Education Level: Formal qualification and/or experience in your area of expertise (mental health, healthcare, technical support for victims of trafficking, domestic v
Care Team Member
Time Commitment: Minimum one set morning or afternoon per week, ideally 1 – 2 days if comfortable and sustainable amid other commitments Reports to: Care Team Manager and Social Care Director Minimum Education Level: Training and/or experience in offering emotional support, ideally in the process of training as a psychologist, therapist or other wellbeing practitioner Start Date: As soon as possible Summary: As a member of the Care Team you will help the Lisbon Projec
Bridge Team Expert Panel Member
Time Commitment: Flexible; 0.25 - 1 hour per week remotely available to answer questions sent via the LP’s communication platform, Slack. Welcome to attend in-person team meetings/gatherings as desired, but this is not a requirement of the role. Connected to: Bridge Team Manager and Social Care Director Minimum Educational Level: Formal qualification and/or experience in your area of expertise (law; accounting; social support; housing) Start Date: As soon as possible Summa
BENEVOLENCE PROGRAM
Donations Volunteer
Time Commitment: Minimum of 4 hours per week, for a minimum of 6 months. Reports to: Benevolence Program Manager Start date: As soon as possible summary: The Benevolence Program is responsible for the management of the donations that arrive in the Lisbon Project – the donated items range from clothing and shoe wear to toys and books! As a Donations Assistant, you will have the opportunity to work alongside a team that is creating a meaningful impact on the lives of refugees
Transportation Volunteer
Time Commitment: Fluctuating depending on the amount of requests Reports to: Benevolence Manager Start Date: As soon as possible summary: The Benevolence Program is responsible for the management of the donations that arrive in the Lisbon Project – the donated items range from clothing, shoes, toys, books and furniture! As a Transportation Volunteer, you will be involved in an important part of the benevolence program, picking up and distributing donations. At Lisbon Proj
PEOPLE AND CULTURE DEPARTMENT
Welcome Volunteer
Time Commitment: Minimum 6 hours p/Week Reports to: House Manager and Welcome & House Coordinator Start date: As Soon As Possible summary: The Lisbon Project is a non-profit organization that exists to empower and integrate the lives of migrants and refugees in the city of Lisbon. As a welcome volunteer, you will guarantee the culture of the Lisbon Project. You will ensure that the Lisbon Project is a safe and organized space and that people feel welcome and respected w
Evening Welcome Volunteer
Time Commitment: 3 hours a week minimum Volunteer reports to: People and House Manager Start date: As soon as possible summary: The Lisbon Project is a non-profit organization that exists to empower and integrate the lives of migrants and refugees in the city of Lisbon. The House Team is responsible for undertaking a variety of tasks in order ensure the successful welcoming of the different individuals that enter the space and the cleanliness and safety of the Lisbon Project
Fundraising & COMMUNICATIONs
Photographer Volunteer
Time Commitment: 2-5 hours per week with a minimum commitment of 6 months. Volunteer reports to: Assistant to the CEO Start Date: As soon as possible summary: There are many reasons for moving to a different country. Some people move seeking a better job and education, while others flee from human rights violations, persecution, and violent conflicts. Whatever the reason and the status, migrants or refugees face some challenges not only on the journey to the new country but
Graphic Design and Visual Communication Volunteer
Time Commitment: Minimum 5 hours per week Reports to: IT Manager Start Date: As soon possible Location: Remote or Hybrid (Lisbon) Duration: To be agreed SUMMARY: Opportunity for remote or hybrid volunteering in Lisbon, focusing on creating visual materials, managing social media content, and supporting the organization's visual identity for social impact projects. Offers flexible hours and hands-on experience in graphic design and communication. ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONS
Grant Writer
Time Commitment: 7 hours (varies according to grant deadlines) Reports to: CEO, Gabriela Start date: As soon as possible summary: The...
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Frequently asked questions
No, the Lisbon Project’s Internal Policy does not allow us to get involved in our volunteers’ legal immigration process.
No, unfortunately this is the minimum requirement for volunteering at the Lisbon Project.
It depends on the volunteering position! Some positions require a minimum while others are open to your availability.
It depends on the volunteering position! But in many cases you do not have to speak Portuguese.
It depends on the volunteering position. But in all positions we ask volunteers to come to the Lisbon Project at least once a week.
Absolutely! We’d love to hear your idea. Send us an email to humanresources@lisbonproject.org!
Yes, all of our volunteers are given a certificate once they complete their time at the Lisbon Project.
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