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Haiti Grass Project Assistant Coordinators
ORGANIZATION: Better Universe and Citizens Inc
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8 people are interested
Are you passionate about international work in developing countries? This is an opportunity to coordinate grass and tree planting operations in Haiti and coordinate logistics in the US.
We have a unique project to work with locals in Haiti to plant grass and trees on eroded areas and in contour planting with crops. Haiti loses tons of topsoil each year. We are reducing this soil loss through the planting of vegetation. You will be helping coordinate communities and schools in Haiti, checking progress and receiving updates. You will also be helping coordinate volunteers in the US.
This is a virtual position. You will not be traveling to Haiti. Part of the work is done using Google translate to translate from Creole and French to English.
Experience with coordinating projects is an added advantage but not a requirement. We are seeking several coordinators. Please provide a resume with your application.
Join the Haiti Grass Project Team to make a difference in Haiti.
We look forward to hearing from you.
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About Better Universe and Citizens Inc
Location:
2840 REMINGTON GREEN CIR, TALLAHASSEE, FL 32308, US
Mission Statement
Our mission is to promote the use of natural resources in a sustainable manner and to assure minimal disruption of our natural ecosystems. We achieve this by engaging in and promoting on-the-ground restorative projects to address destruction and waste of natural resources and by sharing knowledge about the environment and its conservation. We aim to reduce poverty by creating sustainable and resilient communities. Our priority region is Haiti where we are planting grasses for land reclamation.
Description
Better Universe and Citizen's original mission is reducing soil erosion has accentuated numerous struggles in Haiti. Much of the problems stem from Deforestation, which is caused by cutting trees for charcoal. Deforestation has resulted in the permanent loss of Haiti’s valuable rich topsoil. Unstable soil caused by soil erosion also results in mudslides during hurricanes that kill people. Siltation of reservoirs and lakes renders them economically unviable thus causing damages to infrastructures such as hydroelectric dams, irrigation canals and roads. Unfortunately, Baren land limits groundwater recharge meaning there are shortages of drinking water for many Haitians. The pressure to cut trees will remain until alternative sources for charcoal have been developed, necessitating a different approach to the control of soil erosion.
CAUSE AREAS
Environment
WHEN
We'll work with your schedule.
WHERE
This is a Virtual Opportunity with no fixed address.
DATE POSTED
August 7, 2024
SKILLS
GOOD FOR
N/A
REQUIREMENTS
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