Buddhist Monk – Religious and Community Work

We are seeking a dedicated and responsible ordained Buddhist monk for a full-time position in Helsinki, Finland. The selected candidate will support the religious and spiritual activities of the community by conducting Buddhist ceremonies, delivering Dhamma teachings, providing spiritual guidance and participating in religious and community programs.

Main duties and responsibilities

• Conduct Buddhist religious ceremonies, blessings and traditional Buddhist rituals.
• Conduct Dhamma programs and meditation sessions.
• Deliver Dhamma talks and Buddhist teachings to community members.
• Provide spiritual guidance and support to members of the Sri Lankan Buddhist community.
• Conduct funerals, memorial services and other Buddhist religious observances.
• Participate in Buddhist festivals, cultural events and community programs.
• Communicate with community members and provide religious guidance when requested.
• Assist in organizing religious, educational and meditation programs.
• Cooperate with the organisation's committee members and volunteers.
• Welcome visitors and community members to the Buddhist center.
• Participate in religious activities during evenings, weekends and public holidays when required.
• Help maintain a peaceful and appropriate environment for Buddhist religious activities.

Requirements

• Must be an ordained Buddhist monk with appropriate Buddhist monastic training.
• Good knowledge of Theravada Buddhism and Buddhist teachings.
• Experience in conducting Buddhist religious ceremonies and Dhamma programs.
• Fluent Sinhala language skills are required, as the position primarily serves the Sri Lankan Buddhist community.
• Good communication and interpersonal skills.
• Ability to communicate respectfully with people of different ages and backgrounds.
• Ability to work independently and cooperate with volunteers and the organisation's committee.

Additional language skills

English and Finnish language skills are considered advantages.

Employment conditions

The position is full-time and based in Helsinki, Finland. Working hours will be arranged according to the organisation's religious and community programme schedule. The duties may include evening, weekend and public-holiday activities.

The salary is €1,700 gross per month. Other employment conditions will be determined by the employment contract and applicable Finnish legislation.

The selected candidate is expected to represent the organisation respectfully and responsibly and support the religious and spiritual needs of the community.