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Placement Officer

Different Locations around Iceland, Iceland

Notes

Working hours; 5 to 7 hours per day. With lunch and coffee breaks. Note: working hours may vary depending on the workcamps and the organization's needs. 2 days off per week.
Make sure to bring your computer

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In 2026, our focus will be on climate action, community resilience, and sustainable lifestyles — empowering participants to take meaningful action in their daily lives and local communities.
WF organizes a variety of programs, including international workcamps, seminars, local community projects, and exchange programs, open to both young people and adults who wish to make a positive impact while experiencing Iceland’s unique culture and natural beauty.


Description of the Work

This project centers on the coordination, support, and administration of international volunteer placements. The role involves active communication with partner organizations worldwide to ensure smooth collaboration and an efficient flow of information. Key responsibilities include preparing and distributing documentation related to placement procedures, initiating and managing visa processes for participants, and maintaining organizational databases covering projects, bookings, training materials, and informational resources.

In addition to administrative duties, the role emphasizes welcoming volunteers and introducing them to the program, as well as providing guidance, supervision, and ongoing support throughout their short-term assignments. It also includes carrying out additional administrative tasks as requested by the office, contributing to the overall efficiency of operations and the delivery of high-quality volunteer experiences.


Accommodation & Food

During the workcamps the leaders will share a double or quadruple room in a house fully equipped. Beds are provided with sheets and blankets. Wireless internet access is provided free of charge. Washing machine available

Food is included at our accommodations; however, everyone is expected to do their fair share of the cooking and cleaning. We provide a well-balanced and healthy variety of food products that includes a wide variety of whole grains, seasonal fruits & vegetables, pantry staples, and dairy products, A vegetarian diet is encouraged!


Location & Leisure

Weekends are free, however, sometimes you will still need to be around!
Usually, the excursions take place during the weekends. Excursions include unique Icelandic sights, such as waterfalls, volcanic and geothermal areas, glaciers, lava forests, hot springs, rhyolite mountain ranges, steam vents, and even icebergs.
The areas around the houses are also great for hiking.


Requirements

Provides Accommodation: Yes
Food is provided: Yes
Local travels: You will have the opportunity to travel all around Iceland free of charge with the scheduled minibus trips organized by WF Iceland. Please note that travels during your free time are not paid for.
Int. travels: Not paid
Insurance: Not provided. You need Medical Insurance for your stay in Iceland.

Desired Profile: 22 years old +. MS Office (Word, Excel, Powerpoint, Outlook), Google Drive (Docs, Sheets, Forms, Slides), Spreadsheets (Excel, Google Sheets), Writing (Journalism, technical writing). Social Media.
A driving Licence is essential.
Linguistic skills: A Intermediate to Upper-Intermediate level of English is required. Other languages are seen as an advantage.

Skills and competencies: Our leaders have to be Positive and Highly Motivated. Self-initiative and Organizational skills are a must. Time-management skills and ability to work under time pressure during high peaks of the season.


Appointment

Transportation from Keflavik Airport (KEF)
You have two main transportation options from Keflavik Airport to Reykjavík:
 
1. Flybus
* The Flybus goes directly from Keflavik Airport to BSI Bus Terminal (approximately 50 minutes).
* It departs after each flight arrival — there is no fixed schedule from KEF to BSI.
* Discount code: WF26
* Flybus Discount for Volunteers
As a volunteer coming to Iceland, you are entitled to a 20% discount on a return ticket from Keflavik Airport to BSI Bus Terminal.
* Website: https://www.re.is/tour/flybus/
Discount
 
2. Public Bus (Strætó)
* The Strætó public bus is a lower-cost option from Keflavik Airport to Reykjavík.
* Route #55 operates between Keflavik Airport and BSI Bus Terminal (approximately 75–90 minutes).
* Tickets can be purchased via the Strætó app or directly on the bus (card payments only, no cash).
* You can check schedules and prices at: https://www.straeto.is/en


Host Organization

WF was founded in 2001 as a non-governmental, non-profit organization promoting nature and peace orientated activities for people interested in spending some time in Iceland as volunteers. WF also sends Icelanders abroad who wish to have similar experiences as volunteers. The main activities offered are work camps, exchange programs and educational seminars. All our activities are suitable for anybody over the age of 18. In our present time the endeavour of attaining world peace has become a tangible reality, and the development and strengthening of bonds of cooperation and friendship through contact with people from other countries and cultures has proven to be one of the most fruitful means to achieve understanding and unity among nations. Veraldarvinirs main aim is to increase intercultural understanding through offering foreign volunteers the opportunity to take part in nature and peace oriented activities. For volunteers coming to Iceland, such projects will give them a unique opportunity to not only explore and directly interact with Iceland’s unique culture and landscape, but also to work with other international volunteers as well as with local inhabitants in demanding and unfamiliar contexts. The direct interaction with unspoiled nature and with people from different backgrounds sharing common interests generates challenging situations and provides the participants with invaluable opportunities to learn more about themselves as individuals, their international fellowmen, their respective cultures, and the human and natural richness of Mother Earth. These are all unique possibilities for harnessing world union and understanding in an integrated manner.