AAP, OPVANG VOOR UITHEEMSE DIEREN, STICHTING
Almere, Netherlands
DESCRIPTION
Volunteer Animal Caretaker AAP (Animal Advocacy and Protection) gives primates and other exotic mammals a better future! We are looking for enthusiastic volunteers with an affinity for animals that want to help us in our daily activities. Join us in Almere and help us take care of the animals! About AAP We are an European animal welfare organization dedicated to the welfare of exotic animals. It is our mission to end their suffering by rescuing animals in need and advocate for better laws and regulations. The animals that end up with AAP often come from illegal trade, circuses, illegal zoos or directly from private individuals. About the job You will be working 32 hours a week at four animal departments; Quarantine, Mammals, Primates, Chimpanzees and our Central Kitchen. A big part of your job will be cleaning enclosures, feeding the animals, food preparation, small maintenance jobs, making enrichment plus giving it to the animals and the refurbishing of an enclosure.
ACCOMMODATION, FOOD AND TRANSPORT ARRANGEMENTS
At AAP Netherlands we have two volunteer houses. One is located on site of the organization and the other one close to Almere center. In both houses the volunteers will live together and share a kitchen, living room, garden and bathroom, where we provide all the basic amenities such as: bedding, towels, soap, cleaning products and cooking gear. The volunteers all have a private bedroom. We will provide food and pocket money due to the funds of the European Solidarity Corps project. On working days, you will get free lunch at our AAP canteen. For transport we will supply you with a bicycle.
TRAINING DURING THE ACTIVITY
There will be an on arrival training and midterm training organized by the Dutch National Agency during your project. At AAP you will work, rotating every 3 months, at four animal departments; Quarantine, Mammals, Primates and Chimpanzees. During your project you will also spend one day a week at the Central kitchen. At every department you will be trained to work with the different species present and work under the supervision of the animal care staff.
PARTICIPANT PROFILE
Who are you:
• Most importantly; You have affinity with animals.
• You are interested in working with exotic animals. If you already have a little bit of experience working with animals even better. This can be for example volunteering in an animal shelter or you used to take care of your pets or grew up with them.
• You are looking for a unique experience and are motivated to learn new things.
• Don't mind physical work? The work involves around 70% of the time cleaning.
• You like meeting new people and getting to know a new culture.
• Sufficient verbal and written communication in English. Do you recognize yourself in this? Then come and join us, apply now!
ACTIVITY DATES
From 07/09/2026 to 22/08/2027
ACTIVITY LOCATION
Kemphaanpad 1, Almere, Netherlands
ACTIVITY TYPE
Individual volunteering
LOOKING FOR PARTICIPANTS FROM
Austria, Belgium, Croatia, Czechia, Denmark, Estonia, Finland, France, Germany, Greece, Iceland, Italy, Latvia, Lithuania, Luxembourg, Norway, Portugal, Spain, Sweden
ACTIVITY TOPICS
Citizenship and democratic participation
Environment and natural protection
Employment and entrepreneurship
DEADLINE FOR APPLICATIONS
Application deadline: 07/06/2026 23:59
PROJECT CODE
2026-1-NL02-ESC51-VTJ-000401003
Link: https://youth.europa.eu/solidarity/opportunity/51520_en
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