Company Overview
Worldpackers is a global community connecting travelers with authentic, affordable travel experiences through work exchange programs. In East Africa, the company partners with eco-lodges, farms, NGOs, and hostels to offer volunteer and cultural immersion opportunities. Their platform fosters sustainable tourism and cross-cultural learning while enabling budget-conscious travel. With a growing user base in the region, Worldpackers focuses on expanding its network of hosts and enhancing traveler safety and support.
History & Milestones
Founded in Brazil in 2014 by Rique Nitzsche and João Pedro, Worldpackers quickly evolved into a leading travel community. The company expanded its operations to East Africa in 2018 to tap into the region's growing adventure tourism and volunteer market. By leveraging technology and local partnerships, Worldpackers has facilitated thousands of exchanges, emphasizing social impact and environmental stewardship across Kenya, Tanzania, Uganda, and Rwanda.
Hiring Trends & Demand
Worldpackers is currently expanding its regional team in East Africa, with increased demand for community managers, local experience coordinators, and digital marketing specialists to support platform growth and host partnerships.
Active Vacancies (6)
Volunteer on a Farm & Homestay in Beautiful Uganda
Wakiso, UgandaCompetitive
Help us to build a better future for our children in Uganda
Bugiri, UgandaCompetitive
Teach languages or sports to children
Nankoma, UgandaCompetitive
Support rural poor vulnerable communities in Uganda
Kampala, UgandaCompetitive
Baby sitting in Uganda
Kampala, UgandaCompetitive
Children and women rights support volunteer
Bugiri, UgandaCompetitive
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