Image: On the Map [4 week]

On the Map [4 week]

Lanka Getaways·Negombo, Sri Lanka

Global Volunteer

Volunteer in NGOs, Schools, or Foundations in various Countries/Territories.

English

These are the locally spoken languages that you’ll have to know.
Project
The project aims to contribute to SDG #8 by enhancing the capacity of local communities to build a promote sustainable local tourism activities that bring revenue and boost employavility in the region.
This project contributes to,
Image: Decent Work And Economic Growth - Target 8.9

Decent Work And Economic Growth - Target 8.9

By 2030, devise and implement policies to promote sustainable tourism that creates jobs and promotes local culture and products

Role

Project Activities

Week 1
Competitor analysis and research emerging travel trends.
Planning session for promotional activities, begin basic market research.
Arrival; welcome, team introduction, company vision, and safety briefing.
Onboarding workshop, understanding services; digital platforms.
Tour 1: Familiarization tour around Negombo; Colombo, capture initial content. [Transport provided by the opportunity provider]
Training on creating engaging travel content, set up content calendar.
Week 2
Workshop on “Digital Presence for Tourism”.
Workshop to discuss market findings and campaign ideas.
Draft preliminary digital marketing plan.
Tour 2: Explore cultural sites near Colombo/Negombo for content. [Transport provided by the opportunity provider]
Develop influencer outreach plan for Lanka Getaways.
Collaborate on paid ad strategies for Facebook/Instagram.
Week 3
Tour 3: One-day promotional tour to Kandy [Transport provided by the opportunity provider]
Edit and organize collected media, create social media posts.
Workshop – “Understanding Global Tourist Expectations”.
Tour 4: Visit nearby locations for content. [Transport provided by the opportunity provider]. Record volunteer experience videos for Lanka Getaways.
Prepare creative campaigns for seasonal tours.
Present mid-project marketing ideas to management.
Week 4
Tour 5: One-day promotional trip to Hill Country (Nuwara Eliya/Ella). [Transport provided by the opportunity provider]. Draft plan on how to promote the destination .
Edit and publish Hill Country trip highlights.
Draft the promotional plan. Edit and finalize all campaign material.
Prepare and deliver final presentation to management.
Farewell session; volunteer departure preparations.

Working hours

Monday to Friday

9:00 am - 5:00 pm

Process

The steps involved in being selected for this opportunity.
Canada
Estimated process time is not yet available.

Logistics

What you’ll be provided with during your stay

Benefits of becoming a Global Volunteer

Learn about the Sustainable Development Goals and participate in a social project designed for impact.
International Exposure - Experience new cultures and industries.
Develop your Leadership (our programs can help you develop the following leadership values: striving for excellence, demonstrating integrity, activating leadership, acting sustainably, enjoying participation and living diversity).
Receive AIESEC Support for Selection (assistance with your application to opportunities and decision making process).
Receive AIESEC Support after Selection (Visa support, help in finding and providing accommodation, assisting during first day of work).

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