Open Positions
To help yourself and to help others; what else is more important? There’s nothing more important than what you do here. Really, the more problems we see in the world, then we see the existence of the center as more important.
– Lama Zopa Rinpoche
Open Volunteer Positions:
Lhagsam Tibetan Meditation is looking for a new
Center Director
We are looking for an experienced, dynamic, confident and hands-on director, who can motivate, support and lead staff and volunteers at Lhagsam, ensuring that the center provides the best possible service to all sentient beings and fulfills the vision of Lama Zopa Rinpoche and the FPMT.
This can also be a shared position between two people, allowing the tasks to be divided.
Requirements:
- Sincere respect for Lama Zopa Rinpoche and Lama Yeshe, familiarity with and a commitment to the work and values of the FPMT organization.
- Enthusiasm for Dharma practice.
- Inclusive leadership with thoughtful, mindful and compassionate people management skills.
- A good knowledge of Tibetan Buddhism, and sensitivity to Tibetan culture and its appropriate protocols.
- Ability to work co-operatively and harmoniously with others, being encouraging to all volunteers.
English (and ideally German) verbal and written communication skills. - Based in the Zürich area for most of the year.
- Patience, compassion and a sense of humor!
The Director of the Lhagsam Tibetan Meditation Center is responsible for guiding and coordinating the worldly affairs of the center, while maintaining the greatest possible harmony, under the guidance of the center’s board and general assembly.
The main responsibilities of the Lhagsam Director include:
- Carrying out Lama Yeshe and Lama Zopa Rinpoche’s vision by implementing FPMT’s Five Pillars of Service
- Organization, coordination and motivation of the Lhagsam’s team to work for the fulfillment of the Lhagsam vision and goals with trust, respect and a true team-spirit
- Ensuring frequent communication with Lhagsam’s internal and external stakeholders
- Oversight of the financial health of the center
- Responsible for Lhagsam’s adherence to the FPMT’s legal and ethical guidelines, Lhagsam statutes and policies, and the local laws and regulations
- Oversight to make sure that Lhagsam has all necessary technical infrastructure
- Checking and responding to the emails
- Organizes and leads the Lhagsam General Assembly (Generalversammlung)
- Ensuring that Lhagsam’s physical location and zoom environment are maintained safe and suitable to fulfill the center’s activities
Start date: General Assembly 2027 (March).
Ideally following an onboarding and training period of approximately two months.
If you are interested, please contact Theres at director@lhagsam.ch
Lhagsam is looking for a new Financial Coordinator (volunteer position)
What are the Financial Coordinator’s responsibilities?
Lhagsam center is fortunate to have a thriving and generous community. To help ensure longterm stability of our organization, the Financial Coordinator oversees financial matters and takes financial decisions in collaboration with the Lhagsam board.
The main tasks are:
- Prepare Lhagsam’s annual budget and financial review for discussion and approval by the board and generally assembly.
- Monitor Lhagsam’s finances throughout the year, making spending decisions in coordination with the board and volunteers.
- Assist the director with necessary administrative tasks and legal responsibilities, such as managing liability insurance.
- Work with the fundraising coordinator to establish and maintain the administrative framework needed for a stable and consistent income.
- The Financial Coordinator is also invited to join the Lhagsam Board, but this is not a prerequisite. Presence at some of the monthly board meetings is required.
- This position is open to job-sharing, so responsibilities can be divided between two people.
Optional tasks*:
- Bookkeeping: Use accounting software to generate monthly and annual financial reports.
- Donor & Member Communication: Prepare and send approximately 150 thank-you letters annually to donors and members.
* These optional tasks have traditionally been part of the Financial Coordinator’s role. However, due to the organization’s growth and the back-office nature of these duties, it may make sense to separate them. We already have a volunteer who is happy to assist with these responsibilities.
What is your profile?
Here are some qualities we are looking for in the candidates. Don’t hesitate to contact us at info@lhagsam.ch if you don’t meet all the qualities (most of us don’t), or if you have questions.
The ideal candidate brings the following to the table:
- Comfortable with numbers and confident in leading Lhagsam’s financial planning efforts.
- Able to understand and work with basic accounting, like balancing sheets and income statements.
- Willing to research and stay informed about relevant legal requirements for associations in Switzerland.
- Good knowledge of English; German would be a plus.
- Good communication skills, both in person and using email, WhatsApp, Zoom, and/or a cell phone.
- Be open-minded, have a positive attitude, and team oriented.
- Ideally already knows Lhagsam and participates in our activities.
At Lhagsam we embrace diversity and equal opportunity with respect to race, religion, ethnicity, culture, gender, age, sexual orientation, and physical abilities.
Training for this position could start in autumn 2025, the assertion of responsibilities is planned for spring 2026.
We are currently not able to pay a salary, but we are prepared to offer some financial support, if your situation requires it.
Sounds good? How to apply.
Please email our Director, Theres at info@lhagsam.ch and include a short profile and your contact information.
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Lhagsam Volunteer Opportunity:
Social Media Support
Lhagsam Tibetan Meditation is seeking a creative and reliable volunteer to help share Dharma teachings and activities by supporting and growing our social media presence across WhatsApp, Facebook, Instagram, TikTok, and YouTube.
Location:
Fully remote (online, work from anywhere)
What you’ll do:
What we’re looking for:
Time commitment:
Flexible and daily (overall 2-3 hours a week)
Interested?
Email Tara a short bio and resume at info@lhgsam.ch and be part of sharing the Dharma.