International Development Volunteer Roles
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Starfish is an international development charity aiming to bring life, hope and opportunity to children in South Africa who have been orphaned or made vulnerable through HIV/AIDS and poverty. Starfish are looking for an enthusiastic person who is passionate about international development with good writing skills. The internship will be varied and include: researching trusts and foundations, writing applications, sending out applications & reports, managing progress on a centralised calendar, using your initiative. The Starfish UK London office is fairly small and therefore you will become very much part of the team, being able to experience the operations of a dynamic international charity. This is a great opportunity to gain invaluable experience and enhance your CV. Desired experience - Use of Microsoft packages, organisational skills, good communication skills, research skills and the ability to work well in a team.
This position is for 3 days a week, working from home, potential for hybrid in central London office. Sept 2024 start, or earlier if prefered.
The client requests no contact from agencies or media sales.
Employer
Ethical Trading Initiative
Location
London
Time required: 3-4 days per month; this includes ETI quarterly board meetings and other Chair duties.
Salary
This post is not formally remunerated, but an honorarium will be offered as determined by the board remuneration committee.
Closing date
00:00 (GMT) on 1 September 2024
ETI is a leading membership organisation focused on addressing human rights impacts in supply chains. By working with companies, trade unions and NGOs we are uniquely placed to tackle the challenges faced by workers around the world. We support businesses to identify and reduce human rights risks in supply chains, through guidance and collaboration across our membership.
We are looking for an inspirational leader who excels in influencing and fostering a shared vision that drives collective success. The ideal candidate will possess extensive leadership experience, with a proven ability to transform strategic visions into concrete results. As a skilled communicator and facilitator, they will be adept at nurturing relationships and promoting collaborative dialogue among a diverse group of stakeholders, including top business executives, trade unions, and NGOs.
The role demands experience in governance, preferably having served as a Chair or Board Member in organizations with a notable impact. A thorough understanding of international human rights frameworks, labour standards, ethical trade issues across various sectors and geographies, and a positive history of engagement with trade unions and civil society are essential. The candidate should value the distinct contributions and viewpoints of these groups, furthering ETI's mission for ethical trade.
We know that diversity is under-represented in Chair and Non-Executive Director roles. We value and promote diversity and are committed to equality of opportunity for all. Our appointments are made on merit. We actively encourage and welcome applications from all marginalized groups.
About Us
With Jesus. With each other. To the edges.
We are passionate about God’s mission and eager to see more and more people become followers of Jesus. For 225 years CMS has been at the forefront of global mission, living out the gospel of Jesus, seeing lives changed and communities transformed across the globe. Often in ways we could not have anticipated.
Founded by William Wilberforce and other members of the Clapham Sect group of activists in 1799, today CMS supports hundreds of people and partners in mission working together across Africa, Asia, Latin America, Europe and the Middle East. We also train UK Christians for creative, ground-breaking mission in Britain.
Context
With mission no longer being a “West to the rest” endeavour, and as Christianity has flourished in parts of the majority world, we have undertaken a prayerful review of our organisation, in order to discern our mission call for this generation.
We have rediscovered and been re-inspired by the pioneering spirit of our founders. We believe our calling for this time is to the “edges”: to the edges of society, the edges of church and to the edges of our comfort zones. To that end, we have been aligning our organisation and focus to play a catalytic role in facilitating movements of mission to and from these edges.
The Role
Taking a listening and reflective approach, as Chair you will draw out the diverse skills and wisdom among our trustees, ensure excellence in our governance, support the executive leadership in delivering our refreshed vision and play a role in strengthening our links with the Global Anglican Communion.
If you share our passion for following Jesus and making disciples at the edges, bring experience at board level, a highly relational approach and a global perspective, we would love to hear from you.
For more information see the job pack attached. Closing date 14 August.
We are looking for a dynamic leader to help steer Peace Direct in the years ahead. We are looking for someone who cares deeply about the importance of supporting local civil society, who has strong experience of charity governance, and is accustomed to working collaboratively with the CEO and the Senior Leadership Team, and across cultural contexts to build a strong organisation. This is no ordinary Board Chair role. Peace Direct has been at the forefront of thinking about how the international NGO sector needs to transform itself, including how to tackle structural racism. We are looking for a Board Chairperson who will embrace the challenge of leading a Board that will model the changes we hope to see in the wider sector. As part of our commitment to shifting power, we are open to the idea of a co-Chair arrangement, with one Chair based in the Global South/Majority World.
The Chair will lead the Board in its role of ensuring clear strategic direction for PD, compliance with requirements for effective financial and people management, and sound corporate governance in line with PD’s own values and relevant regulatory frameworks. The Chair will also support and, where appropriate, challenge the Chief Executive and foster collaborative and constructive engagement within the Board and between the Board and Peace Direct’s management and staff. They should be willing to act as an ambassador and the public face of the charity as part of PD’s external communications efforts. The Chair will also line manage the Chief Executive in line with PD’s HR procedures.
The client requests no contact from agencies or media sales.
World Habitat is an organisation with a unique insight and opportunity to improve housing around the globe. In a world which is beset with problems, World Habitat focusses on solutions. We find innovations that tackle the world’s major housing challenges and help them scale up so they can become mainstream. We act as a catalyst strengthening organisations that develop solutions supporting them to scale up to help more people facing housing injustice.
We are a UK-based charity with a diverse global reach and an exiting future. Over the last 50 years we have developed a large and engaged international housing network that give us a unique global insight into emerging housing ideas and programmes.
We have recently adopted an ambitious strategy guided by a theory pf change which will steer our work over the next decade. In order to implement our new strategy and deliver our ambitious future we are using this opportunity to bring new skills and perspectives onto our experienced and committed board. We are looking for:
- An individual with strategic finance skills and a knowledge of financial investments who will chair our Finance and Investment Committee
- A trustee with communications skills, particularly in an international context
- A trustee who will expand our knowledge of housing in the least developed countries, and an understanding of the Climage Emergency and how it affects low-income communities.
We don’t expect candidates to bring experience in all of these areas.
World Habitat’s office is in central Leicester; Board meetings are held in person in Leicester, most meetings are held on a hybrid basis and there is the facility for trustees to attend online.
Time commitment: On average 6 to 8 days per year with four (two hour) Board of Trustee meetings per year + subcommittees, occasional strategy days and events.
Remuneration: The role of a Trustee is not remunerated, but reasonable out of pocket expenses, agreed in advance, are paid.
The term of appointment is three years; most Trustees serve two three-year terms on our Board.
How to Apply
If you are interested in this opportunity, please download the attached brief for more information. We encourage confidential conversations with our recruitment partner Anna Jay, MD of Public Leaders Appointments in advance of your application.
For full details and instructions on how to apply, please download a copy of the candidate brief.
Closing date: Midnight, midday, Thursday 29th August 2024, quoting reference ‘World Habitat’.
Interviews (in person): 17th September 2024
Your application should consist of a CV and covering letter – of no more than 3 sides of A4 - outlining your motivations for applying (affinity for our vision and mission etc) and highlight how your skills, knowledge and experience meet the requirements for our new trustees.
Applications should be submitted by 12 noon on Thursday 29th
August 2024 with reference ‘WORLD HABITAT’.
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This organisation is scheduling interviews as applications come in. They're ready to hire as soon as they find the right person. Don't miss your opportunity, apply now!
We are seeking to recruit enthusiastic and committed individuals in Edinburgh to join our growing volunteering team at Human Appeal. As a volunteer, you’ll have exciting opportunities to make a difference while building transferrable skills. Whether you’d like to take part in our community events, deliver aid internationally or fundraise for important campaigns, there are so many ways you can get involved.
Why volunteer with us?
- Training - A comprehensive induction, volunteering handbook and code of conduct and we'll help you foster new, transferrable skills, as well as conduct personalised training relevant to your role.
- References - Once you've got to know your skillset - after you've participated in 5 activities - we'll happily provide you with a reference.
- Travel Reimbursement - We'll cover reasonable travel costs to activities in your local area. Away days, seminars, meet ups and socials - Join our away days and get to know other volunteers and learn about our charitable projects and the humanitarian sector in our educational seminars.
- Interview Prep - We'll provide you with a mock interview and give you feedback to help you prepare for your future.
- CV Feedback - When you apply for a job, send over your CV and we'll provide you with feedback.
- Leadership Opportunities - With training and support from Human Appeal staff members you can progress to a leadership role and manage your own team of volunteers.
- Flexibility - Depending on the role, you can volunteer as infrequently or as often as you like, so that you can fit us in around your other commitments.
APPLY NOW VIA THE WEBSITE
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This organisation is scheduling interviews as applications come in. They're ready to hire as soon as they find the right person. Don't miss your opportunity, apply now!
We are seeking to recruit enthusiastic and committed individuals in Glasgow to join our growing volunteering team at Human Appeal. As a volunteer, you’ll have exciting opportunities to make a difference while building transferrable skills. Whether you’d like to take part in our community events, deliver aid internationally or fundraise for important campaigns, there are so many ways you can get involved.
Why volunteer with us?
- Training - A comprehensive induction, volunteering handbook and code of conduct and we'll help you foster new, transferrable skills, as well as conduct personalised training relevant to your role.
- References - Once you've got to know your skillset - after you've participated in 5 activities - we'll happily provide you with a reference.
- Travel Reimbursement - We'll cover reasonable travel costs to activities in your local area. Away days, seminars, meet ups and socials - Join our away days and get to know other volunteers and learn about our charitable projects and the humanitarian sector in our educational seminars.
- Interview Prep - We'll provide you with a mock interview and give you feedback to help you prepare for your future.
- CV Feedback - When you apply for a job, send over your CV and we'll provide you with feedback.
- Leadership Opportunities - With training and support from Human Appeal staff members you can progress to a leadership role and manage your own team of volunteers.
- Flexibility - Depending on the role, you can volunteer as infrequently or as often as you like, so that you can fit us in around your other commitments.
APPLY NOW VIA THE WEBSITE
The client requests no contact from agencies or media sales.
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This organisation is scheduling interviews as applications come in. They're ready to hire as soon as they find the right person. Don't miss your opportunity, apply now!
We are seeking to recruit enthusiastic and committed individuals in Blackburn to join our growing volunteering team at Human Appeal. As a volunteer, you’ll have exciting opportunities to make a difference while building transferrable skills. Whether you’d like to take part in our community events, deliver aid internationally or fundraise for important campaigns, there are so many ways you can get involved.
Why volunteer with us?
- Training - A comprehensive induction, volunteering handbook and code of conduct and we'll help you foster new, transferrable skills, as well as conduct personalised training relevant to your role.
- References - Once you've got to know your skillset - after you've participated in 5 activities - we'll happily provide you with a reference.
- Travel Reimbursement - We'll cover reasonable travel costs to activities in your local area. Away days, seminars, meet ups and socials - Join our away days and get to know other volunteers and learn about our charitable projects and the humanitarian sector in our educational seminars.
- Interview Prep - We'll provide you with a mock interview and give you feedback to help you prepare for your future.
- CV Feedback - When you apply for a job, send over your CV and we'll provide you with feedback.
- Leadership Opportunities - With training and support from Human Appeal staff members you can progress to a leadership role and manage your own team of volunteers.
- Flexibility - Depending on the role, you can volunteer as infrequently or as often as you like, so that you can fit us in around your other commitments.
APPLY NOW VIA THE WEBSITE
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This organisation is scheduling interviews as applications come in. They're ready to hire as soon as they find the right person. Don't miss your opportunity, apply now!
We are seeking to recruit enthusiastic and committed individuals in Bradford to join our growing volunteering team at Human Appeal. As a volunteer, you’ll have exciting opportunities to make a difference while building transferrable skills. Whether you’d like to take part in our community events, deliver aid internationally or fundraise for important campaigns, there are so many ways you can get involved.
Why volunteer with us?
- Training - A comprehensive induction, volunteering handbook and code of conduct and we'll help you foster new, transferrable skills, as well as conduct personalised training relevant to your role.
- References - Once you've got to know your skillset - after you've participated in 5 activities - we'll happily provide you with a reference.
- Travel Reimbursement - We'll cover reasonable travel costs to activities in your local area. Away days, seminars, meet ups and socials - Join our away days and get to know other volunteers and learn about our charitable projects and the humanitarian sector in our educational seminars.
- Interview Prep - We'll provide you with a mock interview and give you feedback to help you prepare for your future.
- CV Feedback - When you apply for a job, send over your CV and we'll provide you with feedback.
- Leadership Opportunities - With training and support from Human Appeal staff members you can progress to a leadership role and manage your own team of volunteers.
- Flexibility - Depending on the role, you can volunteer as infrequently or as often as you like, so that you can fit us in around your other commitments.
APPLY NOW VIA THE WEBSITE
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This organisation is scheduling interviews as applications come in. They're ready to hire as soon as they find the right person. Don't miss your opportunity, apply now!
We are seeking enthusiastic, innovative volunteer teachers who are passionate about education, youth development and equity to join our 24-25 cohort. Food and housing expenses are covered. We currently serve nearly 500 students across two schools in northern Honduras. You will be joining a network of hundreds of alumni who have supported this important work for nearly 20 years. Our signature teaching program includes ear-long teacher training and year-long professional development opportunities that highlights the important current and historical context in which we are teaching and learning from our students and the communities in which we live. If you have any questions or want further information, feel free to reach out to us.
At a high level, each volunteer teacher is responsible for: leading an English curriculum for students in grades PreK-9 in ELA, Science, Math, Art, PE and Computers (all classes are capped at 25 students, and most teachers take on one full curriculum for a grade level) supporting fellow teachers in the classroom, getting to know your students and their families, and immersing oneself in Honduran culture. Don’t worry - we’ll be there to support you with every step along the way!
REQUIRED DUTIES:
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Facilitate relationships with students’ parents and other community members
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Plan lessons and teach in English (all subjects with the exception of Social Studies and Spanish)
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Foster a safe and productive classroom environment for students
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Serve as a Lunch/Recess monitor
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Collaborate with the teaching team (Honduran and International) on school projects, events, planning, and curriculum development
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Contribute to the collaborative and respectful group living experience
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Serve as an ambassador for BECA by helping to spread the word about our work to your families and friends
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Participate in professional development events, such as local education-based conferences, and BECA-lead efforts
BENEFITS: All BECA volunteer teachers receive…
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A monthly food stipend
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Local transportation to/from the airport upon arrival and departure
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Housing (within a shared living accommodation)
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High-speed internet, and all utilities, provided by BECA
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Assistance in obtaining temporary residency status, or support with obtaining a temporary VISA, depending on volunteer need/local regulations
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Intensive summer training, and ongoing training and professional development throughout the academic year
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Immersion in a Spanish speaking community, with opportunities for Spanish-language acquisition
The client requests no contact from agencies or media sales.
Brooke is an international animal welfare organisation dedicated to improving the lives of working horses, donkeys and mules and the communities that depend on them.
Working across South Asia, Africa and Central America we reach over 1.4 million animals and 1.1million owners annually, with millions more benefiting as our work ripples through whole communities and countries. Our global strategy is built on the three pillars of transforming equid welfare in communities, building sustainable animal health systems, and advocating for lasting change. We have more than 600 staff members across the globe, including vets, animal welfare experts, human behaviour change practitioners and development specialists.
The Brooke UK
Global Trustee
One of our countries of operation, including South Asia, Africa and Central America
Most board meetings are virtual
Unremunerated, with reasonable expenses paid, including travel in order to support attendance at board meetings or visiting our work.
This is an exciting opportunity and time to join the high-performing and dynamic UK board, bringing expertise from one of our countries of operation and adding to the excellent diversity of views already present.
We are looking to appoint a Global Trustee who has a solid understanding of good governance practices, a willingness and ability to provide constructive challenge, a track record of successful organisational and strategic leadership and has expertise in specialisms such as:
· Human development
· Charity law
· Finance
· Fundraising and diversifying income streams
We are also keen to hear from candidates who are passionate champions for inclusivity and experience of working in an International NGO would be advantageous.
For further information and to access the appointment brief, please click 'apply' to be redirected to the Prospectus website.
Recruitment Timetable
Deadline for applications: Midnight, Sunday 1st September 2024
Interviews with Prospectus: w/c 16th September 2024
Interviews with The Brooke UK: w/c 30th September 2024
Raising Futures Kenya supports young people in Kenya to become self-reliant and live free from poverty, through technical vocational training and business skills courses, and specialised support such as counselling. We are a small, award-winning charity who are actively shifting power to our Kenyan partner NGO.
We are looking for an experienced finance professional to join our Board of Trustees as the Treasurer, to oversee the appropriate management of charity finances, adhering to relevant regulatory compliance, and to lead on reporting on the financial situation to the Board.
We are in Year 2 of our 5 year Strategic Plan, where the focus is on shifting the decision making power to our partner NGO in Kenya. Ultimately our long-term goal is to not be needed, but we realise the funding landscape is a long way off that at the moment.
As one of our Trustees you'll be part of an award-winning small charity who is leading the way in ethical development, primarily by actively shifting power and decision making to our incredible partner NGO in Kenya. We're a small charity but we definitely have a big impact and want to share our learning and knowledge with other NGOs who want to follow the same path of shifting power. We don't just talk about what we want to do, we get it done.
Volunteering your time as a Board member is a two-way street, we want to ensure you get something from it too, so we'll do all we can to ensure you get any experience, training or skills you'd like.
Please see the detailed role description for more information about our charity and what the role entails. Please do not hesitate to contact Kirsty, the CEO, in advance of applying if you have any questions. We look forward to hearing from you.
Our mission is to create opportunities with children and young people in Kenya to break the cycle of poverty and inequality and fulfil their potential
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The client requests no contact from agencies or media sales.
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This organisation is scheduling interviews as applications come in. They're ready to hire as soon as they find the right person. Don't miss your opportunity, apply now!
Fundraising Coordinator
Working to support disadvantaged young people or trekking the Inca Trail? Why not do both?!
Get the best of both worlds for a volunteering opportunity where you give your skills, rather than your money.
Are you looking for a break from 9-5? Or are you looking to do a year abroad as part of your studies, or even before you start your studies, in an exciting and challenging environment? When volunteering with LAFF your skills will be put to good use and you will have the opportunity to work directly with beneficiaries, gain valuable field experience and increase awareness of international development issues. Based in beautiful Peru, on the doorstep of Machu Picchu, this is also a great chance to improve your Spanish fluency.
Location: Cusco
Employment Type: Full-time unpaid volunteering positions of minimum 7 hours per day are preferable, though applications for part time roles are also considered.
Leave: 2 days per month
Duration: 3 months
Application Deadline: Ongoing
LAFF sees fundraising as a way to create long term relationships with donors; as the fundraising coordinator, you will play a vital part in this, working with the communications team to consider the full donor-cycle, from first approach to long term updates about LAFF’s work and our beneficiaries.
You will focus on increasing funds from Trusts and Foundations, companies, schools and universities in order to financially support LAFF’s programs. The fundraising strategy consists of identifying fundraising opportunities; applying to grants, writing proposals to trusts, foundations and businesses; and engaging with different audiences e.g. schools and universities.
Your independent research skills and innovation will find new opportunities to build LAFF’s corporate partner network and your understanding of LAFF’s individual donor audience will develop our strategy for increasing regular monthly donors. Your success in this position will rely on your understanding of the socio-economic problems in Peru that affect LAFF’s beneficiaries and your ability to effectively communicate the importance of LAFF’s work and progress.
Objectives of this Role
Under the supervision of the Program Manager, the Fundraising Coordinator will be expected to carry out the following tasks:
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Plan, develop and carry out LAFF’s fundraising activities including grant writing
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Research potential funding opportunities and draft proposals with the participation of other LAFF team members depending on the program area
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Work with the communications team to ensure that all current donors are recognized for their support and well-informed of progress on the ground through timely and relevant reports/updates
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Support the Events and Campaigns Coordinator to launch campaigns encouraging fundraising activities for LAFF’s supporters
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Maintain and update LAFF’s fundraising strategy
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Ensure that fundraising practices reflect the priorities, mission and vision of LAFF
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Network and forge links with relevant stakeholders and organizations (including current and potential donors, companies, trusts, foundations, universities, schools and other supporters) to ensure continued support for existing and new initiatives and the engagement of our supporters in all fundraising activities
Skills and Qualifications
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Undergraduate degree in a related field (Communications, Languages, International Relations) or currently enrolled
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6 months volunteer or work experience in fundraising is highly desirable
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Proficiency in written and spoken English required
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Intermediate or advanced Spanish skills desirable
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Excellent interpersonal and written communication skills
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Interest in acquiring international development and fundraising strategy experience
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Highly organized, flexible, independent, culturally sensitive and detail oriented with the ability to multitask
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Good knowledge of MS Office
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Experience with CRM software is highly desirable
Personal Qualities
We are looking for a motivated individual who is able to work individually and as part of a team. Fundraising at LAFF is at an exciting moment, in which we are developing our network of supporters with corporations and individuals. The right candidate will be organized and professional, working with the support of an experienced team. We are looking for someone who believes in LAFF’s mission and will use their personal drive to further our existing fundraising efforts and help to strategize and deliver new ones.
About Latin American Foundation for the Future
The Latin American foundation for the Future (LAFF) is a UK-based charity supporting marginalised children and young people in Peru. We work through local partner organisations in Cusco and support activities and projects in the areas of formal education; vocational skills and personal development; sustainability, including income generation, cost reduction and capacity building. We strive to empower our beneficiaries enabling them to become independent and sustainable.
To apply:
Complete and submit a response to our volunteer application form and highlight ‘Fundraising’ as your area under the ‘Coordinator Positions’ section.
Please note this position is unpaid. Successful applicants will be contacted to arrange an online interview.
The client requests no contact from agencies or media sales.
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This organisation is scheduling interviews as applications come in. They're ready to hire as soon as they find the right person. Don't miss your opportunity, apply now!
Communications Coordinator
Working to support disadvantaged young people or trekking the Inca Trail? Why not do both?!
Get the best of both worlds for a volunteering opportunity where you give your skills, rather than your money.
Are you looking for a break from 9-5? Or are you looking to do a year abroad as part of your studies, or even before you start your studies, in an exciting and challenging environment? When volunteering with LAFF your skills will be put to good use and you will have the opportunity to work directly with beneficiaries, gain valuable field experience and increase awareness of international development issues. Based in beautiful Peru, on the doorstep of Machu Picchu, this is also a great chance to improve your Spanish fluency.
Location: Cusco
Employment Type: Full-time unpaid volunteering positions of minimum 7 hours per day are preferable, though applications for part time roles are also considered.
Leave: 2 days per month
Duration: 3 months
Application Deadline: Ongoing
Communications is an essential part of LAFF’s work as a means of creating long term relationships with supporters. As the Communications Coordinator, you will play a key role in fostering new relationships and maintaining existing ones.
You will focus on informing our communities of relevant news from LAFF, our partners, and Peru. Your independent research skills and innovation will see you collaborate with all of LAFF’s team to collect and present information. You will also work closely with Fundraising to develop campaigns and tailor communications to specific audiences.
LAFF’s mission of supporting access to education through partnership with local organisations means that you will work closely with partners to get updates and new material. LAFF believes in celebrating progress and raising awareness, and not exploiting vulnerable personal circumstances in our communications. You will ensure that all visual and written media complies with our Brand Guidelines and does not engage with ‘poverty porn’. Your success in this position will rely on your understanding of the socio-economic problems in Peru that affect LAFF’s beneficiaries, and your ability to effectively communicate the importance of LAFF’s work and progress.
Objectives of this Role
Under the supervision of the Program Manager, the Communications Coordinator will be expected to carry out the following tasks:
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Manage all of LAFF’s communications
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Produce and disseminate high quality electronic communication regarding LAFF’s activities.
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Provide semi-monthly and monthly reports on social media performance
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Collaborate with LAFF’s Fundraising Coordinator to build relationships with donors, identify new funding opportunities and launch effective online campaigns
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Maximize and update LAFF’s communications strategy
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Maintain and strengthen LAFF’s online presence
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Write and publish articles to raise awareness of thematic issues central to the aims of LAFF
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Support the marketing efforts of our partners’ social enterprises
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Ensure that communication practices reflect LAFF’s priorities, mission and vision
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Network and strengthen the social media strategy to link LAFF with other stakeholders and organizations (including NGOs, donors, companies, universities and other supporters) to ensure continued support for existing and new initiatives
Skills and Qualifications
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Undergraduate degree in a related field (Communications, Languages, International Relations) or experience working in a communications role
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Volunteering experience and/or work experience in Communications, PR, Journalism, Education and International Development highly desirable
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Intermediate or advanced Spanish skills
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Experience with/good knowledge of different social media platforms (Facebook, Instagram, TikTok, LinkedIn, Twitter)
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Proficient in graphic design and formatting tools such as Canva and Adobe InDesign
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Excellent interpersonal and written communication skills
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Interest in acquiring communications and International Development experience
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Highly organized, flexible, independent, culturally sensitive and detail oriented with the ability to multitask
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Good knowledge of GSuite
Personal Qualities
We are looking for a motivated individual who is able to work individually and as part of a team. The Communications Coordinator position requires a proactive attitude and attention to detail to collect relevant information across the full team to update donors and LAFF’s online community. Time management is key so that deadlines are met in time for feedback to be incorporated before publishing communications. A creative mindset will engage LAFF’s community with new and interesting communications, whilst analytical thinking is also important for maintaining a consistency in external communications and social media posts. The right candidate will understand LAFF’s mission and reflect this in the voice and message they use when designing content.
About Latin American Foundation for the Future
The Latin American foundation for the Future (LAFF) is a UK-based charity supporting marginalised children and young people in Peru. We work through local partner organisations in Cusco and support activities and projects in the areas of formal education; vocational skills and personal development; sustainability, including income generation, cost reduction and capacity building. We strive to empower our beneficiaries enabling them to become independent and sustainable.
To apply:
Complete and submit a response to our volunteer application form and highlight ‘Communications’ as your area under the ‘Coordinator Positions’ section.
Please note this position is unpaid. Successful applicants will be contacted to arrange an online interview.
The client requests no contact from agencies or media sales.
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This organisation is scheduling interviews as applications come in. They're ready to hire as soon as they find the right person. Don't miss your opportunity, apply now!
Monitoring and Evaluation Coordinator
LAFF is looking for an experienced candidate to fill a voluntary role in Monitoring and Evaluation. Qualified candidates will have the opportunity to work directly with beneficiaries, gain valuable field experience and contribute to LAFF’s productivity, development and reach. Based in beautiful Peru, on the doorstep of Machu Picchu, the role also offers an opportunity to increase your cultural exposure and improve your Spanish capabilities.
Location: Cusco
Employment Type: Full-time unpaid volunteering positions of minimum 7 hours per day are preferable, though applications for part time roles are also considered.
Leave: 2 days per month
Duration: 3 months
Application Deadline: Ongoing
Monitoring and Evaluation (M&E) is an essential part of LAFF’s work: it allows us to identify areas of success and areas which need improvement, as well as to make sure that all of LAFF’s activities work to support our long term goals and mission. Under the supervision of the Programme Manager, the M&E Coordinator will develop LAFF’s M&E Strategy, aiming to monitor and evaluate the progress, effectiveness and impact of our programs and interventions through a participatory and culturally sensitive approach.
You will lead all M&E activities for LAFF, measure indicators, work closely with our local partners and beneficiaries in Peru, and produce internal and external reports. You will have independence to propose frameworks for data collection, summarising and storing, as well as compiling reports to present data and draw conclusions.
The M&E Coordinator will have a logical approach to collecting data, recognising the specific context in which we work and how that affects both quantitative and qualitative data. Awareness of LAFF’s context will also be essential for assessing risks and assumptions when developing project logframes.
Objectives of this Role
Under the supervision of the Program Manager, the M&E Coordinator will be expected to carry out the following tasks:
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Design strategies for strengthening data collection, interpretation and reporting.
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Design and develop appropriate framework and attendant systems for effective monitoring and evaluation of programmes
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Coordinate all M&E activities for the organisation
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Carry out evaluations, impact assessments, and prepare case studies on intervention.
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Lead development of result chains for each intervention before implementation and ensure that a measurement plan is in place.
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Assess the existing M&E system, indicators and tools used by our partners, as well as the possibility of changing, improving and/or unifying these systems.
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Review reporting from our partners and LAFF and provide technical support on the design of research projects
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Manage, organise, and facilitate surveys when necessary
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Provide training and build M&E capacity of our staff, volunteers, and partners
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Perform regular internal performance evaluations
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Collaborate with the Program Manager to ensure that the LAFF strategic plan is updated and relevant at all times
Skills and Qualifications
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Undergraduate degree in a related field (M&E, Sociology, Data science) or experience working in M&E
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Knowledge and/or experience in strategic planning and performance measurement, indicator selection, quantitative and qualitative data collection and analysis methodologies, impact evaluation and research methodologies
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Knowledge of results-based M&E, logic models, and log frameworks
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Proficiency in written and spoken Spanish and English required
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Excellent interpersonal and written communication skills
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Highly organised, flexible, independent, culturally sensitive, and detail-oriented with the ability to multitask.
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Strong Google workspace skills
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Intermediate Excel/Google sheets
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Minimum of 1 year’s experience in an M&E role
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Familiarity with CRM systems (ex. Salesforce) and strong data analysis training desirable
Personal Qualities
LAFF is looking for an individual who is both insightful and analytic, with the ability to identify underlying connections in data. Furthermore, the right candidate will be able to communicate their findings of patterns and indicators in a way that is accessible to a non-expert audience, so that they can interpret results easily. Organisation and time management skills are crucial, as M&E will form a part of project development, however there will often be multiple team members involved in the overall project.
About Latin American Foundation for the Future
The Latin American foundation for the Future (LAFF) is a UK-based charity supporting marginalised children and young people in Peru. We work through local partner organisations in Cusco and support activities and projects in the areas of formal education; vocational skills and personal development; sustainability, including income generation, cost reduction and capacity building. We strive to empower our beneficiaries enabling them to become independent and sustainable.
To apply:
Complete and submit a response to our volunteer application form and highlight ‘Monitoring and Evaluation’ as your area under the ‘Coordinator Positions’ section.
Please note this position is unpaid. Successful applicants will be contacted to arrange an online interview.
The client requests no contact from agencies or media sales.