International Development Volunteer Roles

Relif

Relif is a modular platform designed to improve the coordination and management of humanitarian responses during crises and disasters. It focuses on key functionalities such as enabling real-time information sharing and enhanced coordination among local organizations.

Local organizations often face significant challenges in responding to emergencies and disasters due to a lack of proper tools and coordination. This gap leads to inefficient resource allocation, duplication of efforts, and delayed assistance, ultimately putting more lives at risk.

Relif provides a modular platform designed to empower local organizations in emergency management. The platform enhances information management, enabling real-time data sharing and coordination among organizations during crises. This helps reduce inefficiencies, such as duplicated efforts and delayed responses, ultimately allowing these organizations to respond faster, allocate resources more effectively, and save more lives in disaster situations. Through Relif, we aim to build a more resilient future by addressing the entire emergency management cycle, with a focus on preparedness, capacity building, and public policy influence.

Are you ready to make a real impact?

We’re thrilled you’re considering joining the Relif team! As a part of our volunteer community, you’ll be directly contributing to a platform designed to change lives by supporting local organizations in crisis and disaster response. This is more than just volunteering; it’s an opportunity to be part of something meaningful.

At Relif, we believe that every action counts, and with your skills and dedication, we can build a stronger, more resilient future for communities around the world. Whether you’re coding, designing, or brainstorming new ideas, your work will have a lasting effect.

Let’s create something amazing together!

Grant Writer

Volunteer Role Description (remote, unpaid)

Help Us Transform Emergency Response Through Technology Relif is seeking a skilled Volunteer Grant Writer to help secure funding for our mission of providing free emergency management tools to local organizations worldwide.

What You'll Do:

-Research and identify relevant grant opportunities

• Write compelling grant proposals and applications
• Help develop project budgets and timelines
• Track application deadlines and requirements
• Support impact measurement documentation
• Collaborate with our team to gather necessary data

Perfect For Someone Who:

• Has proven grant writing experience
• Understands the humanitarian/nonprofit sector
• Can commit 5-10 hours per week
• Excels at storytelling through writing
• Is detail-oriented and deadline-driven
• Is comfortable working remotely
• Speaks English (Spanish and/or Portuguese is a plus)

Why Join Us:

• Apply your skills to meaningful social impact
• Join an innovative humanitarian tech organization
• Build your portfolio with international projects
• Work with a passionate, mission-driven team
• Flexible, remote working arrangements

About Relif: We're developing free digital tools that empower local organizations to better manage emergencies. Our platform enables communities to prepare for, respond to, and recover from crises more effectively.

Weekly Time Commitment

7-9 hours per week

Duration of Volunteer Role (remote)

6+ months

Grace to Grow Mentorship & Training Limited

Grace to Grow Mentorship & Training Limited is developing leadership, entrepreneurial training, mentorship, counseling, and mindfulness programs to help adult women who need a second chance solve the problem of discovering and walking in their God-given purpose with a holistic and purpose-driven approach.

Grace to Grow Mentorship & Training Limited addresses critical social challenges that hinder women's empowerment, personal growth, and economic independence:

Breaking Cycles of Marginalization Many women face barriers such as low self-esteem, lack of purpose, and limited access to resources. Grace to Grow provides leadership development, mentorship, and entrepreneurial training to help these women rediscover their self-worth and walk in their God-given purpose.

Reducing Economic Inequality By offering skills training and financial literacy education, Grace to Grow empowers women to start businesses, secure employment, and achieve financial independence, thus tackling systemic economic disparities.

Enhancing Mental and Emotional Well-being Through counselling and mindfulness programs, Grace to Grow supports women dealing with anxiety, depression, and other mental health challenges, promoting holistic wellness and resilience.

Fostering Community Transformation By helping women become leaders and contributors in their communities, the program plants seeds of hope that ripple outward, creating long-term social change and uplifting entire communities.

The organization's unique faith-based approach integrates spiritual, emotional, and practical skills to ensure a transformational journey for its participants.

Grace to Grow addresses marginalised women's challenges through a holistic, faith-centered approach that empowers them to thrive emotionally, spiritually, and economically. Here's how:

Comprehensive Program Offerings Leadership Development: Helping women rediscover their purpose and equipping them with the skills to lead themselves and others.

Entrepreneurial Training: Providing practical tools for business creation and financial literacy to foster independence. Mentorship & Counseling: Offering personalized support to rebuild confidence, address emotional barriers, and navigate life’s challenges.

Mindfulness Practices: Teaching strategies to manage stress, anxiety, and depression while promoting mental well-being. Free Access for Participants

Faith-Based Transformation Integrating spiritual growth into every aspect of the program, enabling participants to align with their God-given purpose and live meaningful, purpose-driven lives.

Tailored Curriculum Grace to Grow's curriculum equips women with the practical and emotional tools needed to succeed, covering topics like building self-esteem, money management, emotional intelligence, and mental wellness.

Graphic Designer

Volunteer Role Description (remote, unpaid)

Are you a creative visionary with a passion for design and storytelling? Do you want to use your skills to empower women and youth through impactful visuals? Grace to Grow Mentorship & Training Limited is looking for a Graphic Designer to join our dynamic team of volunteers!

About Grace to Grow Grace to Grow is a social enterprise dedicated to empowering women through mentorship, leadership development, and emotional support. Visual storytelling plays a key role in making our content accessible, engaging, and globally inclusive.

Role Overview As a Graphic Designer, you will help bring our vision to life by designing engaging, learner-friendly materials that enhance our programs. You will work collaboratively with our team to ensure that all visual content aligns with our brand identity while promoting diversity and inclusion.

Key Responsibilities �� End-to-End Design: Take projects from concept to final production, including layouts, artwork, and positioning. �� Diversity & Inclusion Focus: Research and source culturally relevant images that reflect a global, inclusive audience. �� Collaboration: Work closely with subject matter experts to create engaging learning materials. ��️ Visual Branding: Create lead images and designs that align with Grace to Grow’s brand standards. �� Content Layout & Aesthetics: Format documents for maximum readability and engagement. ⚖️ Copyright Awareness: Ensure all materials comply with intellectual property laws. �� Final Editing & Publishing: Translate drafts into polished, professional publications. �� Typography & Styling: Maintain consistency in font size, style, and design aesthetics. �� Global Teamwork: Work effectively within a diverse, international team.

Why Volunteer with Us? ✨ Make a tangible impact through meaningful design work. �� Be part of a global team spanning Kenya, Nigeria, South Africa, the UK, and beyond. �� Build your portfolio while contributing to a mission-driven organization. �� Collaborate with passionate changemakers dedicated to social impact.

Weekly Time Commitment

7-9 hours per week

Duration of Volunteer Role (remote)

6+ months

SEED Madagascar is a British Charity working in partnership with communities in the southeast of Madagascar. We integrate high-quality community health, sustainable livelihoods; education infrastructure and conservation programmes to support long term, sustainable change and add to international best practice through research and publication across all of our programmatic areas. We are now looking for entry level interns wishing to gain experience to work alongside our team.

Position Overview

This position offers an excellent opportunity to gain experience working with an award-winning international charity on their website, marketing and digital platforms.  Working closely with the Communications and Marketing team, your skills will be used to maintain and improve the website, track performance metrics over time, contribute to campaigns and fundraising, and publicise the charity's programmes to an international audience.

This position can be worked from home, has flexible hours and is estimated to require 2-3 hours per week.
 

Duties and Responsibilities 

• Manage updates to website pages via a CMS (Content Management System)

• Publish blogs, press releases and other publications to the website

• Participate in SEED’s small online marketing and PPC meetings once a month

• Monitor and provide feedback on SEED’s website performance using Google Analytics

• Assist in the creation of media campaigns such as Christmas Appeals

• Improve website content for SEO (Search Engine Optimisation) rankings

• Work with the Media and Communications Officer to improve marketing and communications

• Work with the Programmes team to design an eye-catching and informative update to how our work is presented

• Proactively suggest and make improvements to keep the website looking fresh and engaging

Person Specification

• Experience of creating or updating a website using a CMS

• Experience using Concrete5, Wordpress or similar

• Experience of basic image editing and graphic design skills

• Previous experience of Google Analytics, HTML and CSS knowledge and/or an understanding of SEO basics would be desirable

• Critical eye for proofreading content according to organisational style and guidelines

• Be fluent in English to a high standard

• Be able to work to and advocate for all of SEED’s policies and procedures, safeguarding those that SEED works with and reporting any concerns appropriately

• Be punctual and be able to work to tight deadlines in an organised manner and to a high standard 

• Have a flexible and patient attitude 

• Have excellent problem-solving skills 

• Be able to work both independently and as part of a team

Zambia Orphans Aid UK (ZOA-UK) is looking for part-time volunteers to support our Digital & Communications work by giving three hours a week. The ideal candidate/s will have a passion for all things digital and an interest in international development. We are seeking people who have good digital understanding, a flare for design and experience of creating social media content across a range of platforms.

You will possess a positive attitude together with a proactive approach to problem solving. You will be home-based and have the freedom to set your own hours, so self-motivation is essential. 

This post will support ZOA-UK’s communications and digital activities to increase the reach, profile and influence of the charity and build our brand as a leading charity supporting orphans and vulnerable children in Africa. Our volunteers support the small team to create a cohesive and effective approach to delivering our messages to target audiences, driving supporter engagement and donations, and raising awareness of the needs of orphans and vulnerable children in Zambia.

Range of likely duties to include:

1. Write up case studies and stories of change and ensure they and accompanying photographs and video footage are stored securely in our image and case study database

2. Help build our social media activity to achieve measurable outcomes in terms of raising awareness, and increasing numbers of supporters who convert to become donors

3. Use Canva to create inspiring content for social media channels – Instagram, facebook, X, linkedin etc

4. Create blogs, infographics and other content for the website, ZOA-UK’s supporter newsletters and annual report

Growth Pillar

Growth Pillar is an innovative and holistic entity providing technical assistance to families, businesses, and social service institutions to foster sustainable development and build both individual and community resilience to environmental, systems and technological change in Malawi and beyond.

Product Development and Training Volunteer

Volunteer Role Description (remote, unpaid)

• Support the development and implementation of sales and marketing strategies
• Assess training and development needs through surveys, interviews, focus groups, or consultation with clients or their representatives.
• Develop and design capacity development programs, materials, and courses.
• Collaborate with subject matter experts to ensure content accuracy and relevance.
• Utilize multimedia tools to create interactive and engaging online and offline learning resources.
• Coordinate the planning and organizing of capacity building interventions including training and mentorship sessions.
• Support with facilitating training and other capacity building sessions for clients.
• Evaluate the effectiveness of training programs and other capacity building sessions including modes of training delivery, such as in-person or virtual to optimize training effectiveness, training costs, or environmental impacts through assessments and feedback.
• Monitor training and development costs and prepare budget reports to justify expenditures.
• Update and enhance existing materials for training and capacity building as needed.
• Manage capacity building management systems (CBMS) and ensure content is up-to-date.
• Stay current with industry trends and best practices in training and development.
• Attend meetings or seminars to obtain information for use in training programs or to inform management of training program status.

Weekly Time Commitment

10+ hours per week

Duration of Volunteer Role (remote)

6+ months

Growth Pillar

Growth Pillar is an innovative and holistic entity providing technical assistance to families, businesses, and social service institutions to foster sustainable development and build both individual and community resilience to environmental, systems and technological change in Malawi and beyond.

Sales and Marketing Volunteer

Volunteer Role Description (remote, unpaid)

• Support the development and implementation of sales and marketing strategies.
• Creating awareness of products and services offered by the company.
• Plan advertising and promotional campaigns for products or services on a variety of media (including marketing campaigns on social media platforms, print etc.)
• Liaise with stakeholders and vendors to promote success of activities and enhance the company’s presence.
• Prepare content for the publication of marketing material and oversee distribution.
• Conduct market research to identify opportunities for promotion and growth.
• Maintaining a healthy relationship with the clients.
• Respond to the client queries regarding products and services in a timely fashion to explain the advantages of the products or services offered and follow up with them in order to close business deals.
• Supporting the company to set and meet sales and marketing targets.
• Negotiating the deals with the clients.
• Assist with negotiations of collaboration agreements, and scopes of work with local and international partners.
• Develop creative strategies to retain clients including interviewing them to take their feedback and incorporate it into the growth plan.
• Assist in company’s branding and media communication activities such as press releases, advertisements, marketing collaterals, social media and web site.
• Create, monitor, and report on key performance metrics to determine effectiveness of sales and marketing efforts and anticipate customer needs.
• Participating in internal and external exhibitions and conferences.
• Writing monthly reports on the performance of the campaigns.
• Assist with special projects and tasks as requested.

Weekly Time Commitment

10+ hours per week

Duration of Volunteer Role (remote)

6+ months

Sembeza Africa

Sembeza Africa provides Quality Physical Education (QPE) programs that empower youth and communities in Uganda, integrating sports with education, gender equality, and environmental sustainability.

Uganda’s youth face significant barriers, including limited access to quality education, early pregnancies, and a lack of inclusive opportunities for physical and personal development. With over 75% of the population under the age of 30, Uganda needs initiatives that address these challenges holistically. Physical education in many schools remains underdeveloped, leaving children without the critical skills for leadership, teamwork, and resilience. Furthermore, environmental degradation threatens the communities we serve, and gender inequality continues to limit opportunities for girls to participate in sports and education.

Sembeza Africa focuses on delivering Quality Physical Education (QPE) programs that promote physical activity as a foundation for learning and life skills. By integrating sports into education, we empower youth to build confidence, develop leadership abilities, and foster inclusivity. Our programs also incorporate elements of Traditional African Sports and Games (TASG) to preserve cultural heritage while making physical education more engaging. Through structured QPE initiatives, we address critical issues such as gender equality, environmental stewardship, and access to education, aligning our work with Uganda’s national development priorities and the UN Sustainable Development Goals.

Thank you for considering joining our team! At Sembeza Africa, we are a small group of passionate individuals who dedicate our time to creating meaningful change in Uganda. Each of us is either working full-time or studying full-time, but our shared commitment to empowering youth through Quality Physical Education and sustainable development drives everything we do.

We know we can’t do this alone. That’s why your support means so much to us. Whether it’s helping with planning, fundraising, outreach, or any other task, every bit of assistance makes a huge difference. Together, we can accomplish so much more than we ever could alone.

Each year, we travel to Uganda to host the Ubuntu Sports Festival, an inspiring event that brings communities together through sports, education, and cultural celebration. As part of our team, you’ll not only be contributing to this life-changing work but also be invited to join us in Uganda for the festival. It’s an unforgettable experience and a chance to see the impact of our work firsthand.

We deeply appreciate your time, energy, and willingness to be part of this journey with us. Together, we can create lasting change and empower the next generation in Uganda.

Video Editor

Volunteer Role Description (remote, unpaid)

Sembeza Africa is looking for a creative and skilled Video Editor to help us amplify our mission through impactful storytelling. This role involves editing high-quality videos that showcase our work in sports, education, conservation, and community empowerment. As a key part of our media team, you will craft engaging content for social media, fundraising campaigns, and awareness initiatives. Your work will help drive engagement, highlight real-life impact, and inspire action. If you have experience in video editing, storytelling, and a passion for creating positive change, we’d love to have you on board!

Weekly Time Commitment

4-6 hours per week

Duration of Volunteer Role (remote)

6+ months

AgriEn Network

We provide platforms that bring together various food system actors to co-create solutions for the food system challenges. This includes platforms to enhance agri technology transfer and adoption among smallholder farmers to enhance their productivity.

The country is increasingly facing challenges of food access, availability, affordability, effective food utilisation and sustainable food production. This is coupled with increasing silos among the various food system actors such as government, private sector, civil societyknowledge generators and farmers. These silos are resulting in inefficient application and allocation of resourcea to deliver impactful Food System based interventions. Conversely, a number of vulnerable people including women and youth have not had decent opportunities to achieve social and economic results from their participation in the food system activities.

AgriEn Network recognises that the world at large has enough skills, information, financial resources, expertise and natural resources to address these challenges.

AgriEn Network develops various platforms to:

• Promote food system based knowledge exchange. (Research, Skills transfer and information, Sku2farm programme) -Promote and Facilitate investment in agriculture and agribusiness (B2B linkages)
• Promote Networking and co-creation among Food system actors (Co working space for start ups and Agri based organisations)
• Agri-innovation promotion (Project management commercialisation od innovative Agri solutions)

We need volunteers that are passionate about creating impact among small holder farmers. We thrive to also remain sustainable as such seek New business development expertise with strategies on hwo to attract social investment to programme we kick start.

Social Media and Communications Specialist

Volunteer Role Description (remote, unpaid)

The Social Media and Communication Specialist will develop and execute content strategies to enhance AgriEn’s visibility in agriculture and generally the food system. Responsibilities include creating visually appealing infographics, website banners, and social media graphics focused on agriculture, managing digital platforms, and engaging stakeholders. The role involves maintaining the website, designing promotional materials, optimizing content, and supporting event marketing. Additionally, the specialist will analyze performance metrics, produce reports, and ensure consistent branding. Strong skills in social media management, graphic design, and digital marketing are essential. The ideal candidate should be creative, detail-oriented, and passionate about communicating agricultural innovations and opportunities.

Weekly Time Commitment

2-3 hours per week

Duration of Volunteer Role (remote)

3-5 months

Sembeza Africa

Sembeza Africa provides Quality Physical Education (QPE) programs that empower youth and communities in Uganda, integrating sports with education, gender equality, and environmental sustainability.

Uganda’s youth face significant barriers, including limited access to quality education, early pregnancies, and a lack of inclusive opportunities for physical and personal development. With over 75% of the population under the age of 30, Uganda needs initiatives that address these challenges holistically. Physical education in many schools remains underdeveloped, leaving children without the critical skills for leadership, teamwork, and resilience. Furthermore, environmental degradation threatens the communities we serve, and gender inequality continues to limit opportunities for girls to participate in sports and education.

Sembeza Africa focuses on delivering Quality Physical Education (QPE) programs that promote physical activity as a foundation for learning and life skills. By integrating sports into education, we empower youth to build confidence, develop leadership abilities, and foster inclusivity. Our programs also incorporate elements of Traditional African Sports and Games (TASG) to preserve cultural heritage while making physical education more engaging. Through structured QPE initiatives, we address critical issues such as gender equality, environmental stewardship, and access to education, aligning our work with Uganda’s national development priorities and the UN Sustainable Development Goals.

Fundraising Volunteer

Volunteer Role Description (remote, unpaid)

Sembeza Africa is seeking a dedicated and strategic Fundraising Volunteer to help us secure resources for our impactful programs. This role involves developing fundraising campaigns, engaging donors, identifying sponsorship opportunities, and supporting grant applications. As part of our team, you’ll play a vital role in ensuring the sustainability of our initiatives in Quality Physical Education, conservation, youth empowerment, and community development. If you have experience in fundraising, donor relations, or grant writing and are passionate about creating lasting change, we’d love to have you on board!

Weekly Time Commitment

4-6 hours per week

Duration of Volunteer Role (remote)

6+ months

Role Title: Trustee Appointment (Under 26)

Salary: N/A Volunteer-With Expenses

Location: London-Hybrid

Tenure: Part Time-15 days a year

Are you a passionate advocate for social justice, gender equality, and the rights of women and girls?

Do you want to play a pivotal role in shaping the future of a global movement fighting poverty and injustice? 

Then we'd love to hear from you!

ActionAid UK is looking for a dynamic, committed Under-26 Trustee to bring fresh perspectives and bold leadership to our Board

ActionAid UK is an independent charity and member of a global justice federation with a presence in 71 countries worldwide. As a federation we work together to achieve social justice, gender equality and to address the structural causes of poverty and injustice.

At ActionAid UK, we believe in the power of young voices to drive transformative change. This is an opportunity for you to join the governance team of a leading international organisation, helping to shape our strategy, policies, and impact at a crucial time. As we launch our 2025-2028 strategy, we are looking for a young leader who can bring energy, insight, and experience in activism, grassroots organising, or movement building.

This is more than just a governance role—it’s an opportunity to be at the heart of an organisation that supports feminist movements, drives decolonisation, and builds global solidarity networks.
 

We are keen to recruit a young trustee to build on the skills and expertise of existing trustees and to bring a diversity of perspective and lived experience. We are particularly keen to hear from those who have:

• Experience of grassroots campaigning/movement building
• Mobilising for social change
• Experience of youth social movements
• Experience in decision making and/or organising
• Lived experience or developed understanding of social justice and/or discrimination

We’re looking for a young leader under the age of 26 who is passionate about social justice and feminism. You don’t need previous board experience—we value lived experience, activism, and leadership in movements, youth networks, or community organising. If you’ve mobilised for change, led initiatives, or challenged injustice, we want to hear from you!

The term of appointment is four years with the possibility of renewal for a period of up to four more years. This is a voluntary role, with all expenses covered. Trustees are asked to give around 15 days a year to ActionAid UK.

About ActionAid UK

ActionAid UK is a member of the ActionAid Federation, a federation of 43 national organisations with a presence in 71 countries worldwide. Globally, we want to see a system that is fair and just for all, that starts from a foundation of human rights, peace and security, balanced with the rights of the natural world. As part of the ActionAid Federation, we work with women and girls, our partners, and dedicated staff in to end violence and fight poverty so that all women, everywhere, can create the future they want.

In the UK, our primary role is to raise funds to support the work of Federation members who work with over 3,000 partner organisations including social movements, youth networks and women’s rights organisations to tackle inequality and injustice in their communities.

What makes ActionAid different?

Working for ActionAid is different to working with other charities. For a start, we’ve been around since 1973, so we’re one of the longest established and best respected charities in the UK. Many of our staff and partners around the world live in the communities in the 45 countries where we work across Africa, Asia and America. Our approach is all about empowering people to claim their rights. And so our working relationships in the UK and across the world are based on mutual trust, respect and democracy.

As part of our commitment to women’s and girls’ rights, we recognise, embody and champion feminist principles not only in our work or what we do but also in the way we work and how we do things. 

Diversity, Equality, Inclusion and Belonging:

Diversity, Inclusion and Belonging are key to our organisational culture. We are on a journey to become not only an anti-racist organisation but one that proudly

celebrates the diversity of all applicants and employees. We look forward to you bringing your full self to work, proudly sharing your unique perspective and helping us to shape our combined future. We especially welcome applications from those from underrepresented/marginalised communities.

AAUK is a disability Confident Committed organisation and as such any candidate that declares a disability will be shortlisted for interview if they meet the essential criteria for the role.

ActionAid UK is committed to preventing any form of sexual harassment, exploitation, and abuse (including child abuse and adult at-risk abuse) and responding robustly when these harms take place. We expect all ActionAid UK Staff and ActionAid UK Representatives to share this commitment. We will not tolerate our Staff or other representatives carrying out any form of sexual harassment, exploitation or abuse towards anyone we come into contact with through our work.

UK-based peacebuilding charity seeks programme interns to become actively involved in programmes, providing meaningful assistance to the organisation as it carries out its mission.

Concordis International is a UK registered charity which runs peacebuilding programmes in Central African Republic, Cameroon, Chad, Sudan and South Sudan. 

Our vision is for every community affected by armed conflict to have the resources they need to manage future conflicts peacefully.  Concordis works alongside those involved in or affected by armed conflict, helping them find workable solutions that address the root causes of conflict and contribute to lasting peace and economic development.  We’re committed to finding solutions that benefit women as well as men, young and old, those in armed groups as well as those who chose not to take up arms, national governments as well as civil society.

Concordis welcomes applications from potential interns who have:

• An interest in peacebuilding at a conceptual level and a curiosity about how it works in practice
• A relevant masters degree in international relations, development studies, conflict analysis or similar (some of our interns work with us while completing their masters)
• Professional level French and English (Arabic would be a bonus)

Position: Programme Intern

Location: Working from home (interns are welcome to join team meetings when in London)

Duration: 6 months, minimum three days per week.  Working hours can be flexible and we are able to accommodate different time zones.

Remuneration: Volunteer; there is no salary or stipend, but Concordis will reimburse reasonable expenses including a small daily lunch allowance of £5/day. 

Training: Concordis will ensure interns receive a high level of relevant experience, including training from senior members of staff

Closing date: 16th February 2025

Start date: mid-end March 2025

Reporting to: Programme Development Manager & Operations Manager

Overview: Programme interns work directly with the Concordis programme teams on all aspects of designing, implementing and evaluating peacebuilding programmes. The main areas of work in which interns are involved include research, conflict analysis, media reviews and report writing.  Interns monitor international and regional institutions and grant making organisations for funding opportunities.  Programme interns may also be asked to acquire new skills or to work with new technology and will be expected to take their turn in tasks such as monitoring the security of teams on the road.

Concordis seeks to build relationships of trust and respect, considering this to be at the heart of successful peace processes.  The work of all members of the Concordis team is required to conform to and advance such an approach.

ROLE DESCRIPTION

Your internship role within Concordis will be shaped by what is happening on Concordis programmes during the six months you spend with the organisation and by your interests, experience and abilities.  As a team, we rely on each member to contribute their skills to our work and we will look to make the most of what you have to offer, while at the same time giving you opportunities to develop new skills and to challenge yourself.

You may be asked to carry out research and analysis into countries in which we are active, guided by our research managers and following our research methodology.  Your role may include assisting with the development of project proposals, monitoring international news outlets and researching potential new project areas.  You may be asked to help with monitoring and evaluating our programmes, working with the programme managers and programme officers to understand and capture results from our programme activities.

You may also be required to give practical, logistical and administrative support to the programme team to which you are allocated, including helping to set up data collection systems, analysing the data collected, preparing and sharing reports, liaising with project partners, preparing for dialogue or training sessions, translating peacebuilding material and taking notes at internal and external meetings.

You will attend team meetings and programme update meetings where you will hear from the Director of Programmes and other members of the programme teams, giving you the chance to understand what is happening on the programmes and to ask questions about any aspect of peacebuilding. 

You will be asked to research sources of funding and may be involved in drafting applications for funding, including generating ideas for new programmes that meet the needs of communities and donors.

You may be required to attend external meetings, seminars and conferences and to contribute to website and social media content.  You will be given opportunities and time to attend virtual training on peacebuilding and related topics.  You will be asked to be part of the Security Monitoring rota whereby we take turns to track the movements of the in-field staff.  This does include occasional weekend working.

The internships are designed to give you concrete experience in research, programme management and funding within the international development sector. 

The role will require you to work virtually with our UK team, with programme teams in one or more of the countries in which Concordis operates and with your fellow interns.  If you live in or are visiting London, we will be delighted to welcome you to join some team meetings in person.

Africa Access Water

Africa Access Water was founded to address the critical issues of rural poverty, food insecurity, and limited access to water infrastructure that stifles economic growth in Africa’s underserved communities. By leveraging sustainable water solutions such as solar powered water infrastructure and systems, we aim to transform poor community communal land into productive hubs that drive rural economies. Our innovative model integrates solar powered water infrastructure development with agricultural systems, enabling year-round food production and income generation. This is evident from our pilot project in Zambia.

Fundraising Officer

Volunteer Role Description (remote, unpaid)

1. Fundraising Strategy: Develop and implement a diversified fundraising strategy, including grants, donor networks, and innovative financing models to support the organization’s mission.

2. Online and Recurring Donors: Build a strong network of individual donors through the online donation platform, encouraging one-time and recurring contributions with targeted campaigns and impactful storytelling.

3. Foundation Partnerships: Identify and secure grants from foundations for unrestricted funding and program-specific needs, fostering long-term relationships with key donors.

4. Sustainability Funding: Develop strategies to secure funds for sustainability initiatives like a commercial farm and a water drilling rig through social enterprises, partnerships, and investments.

5. Branding and Messaging: Collaborate with the team to ensure alignment between fundraising messages and the organization’s bold branding and transformative goals.

This role ensures Africa Access Water’s financial sustainability and growth by leveraging online platforms, donor networks, and partnerships to transform lives through sustainable solar powered water infrastructure and solutions for productive use, food security, increased income and improved livelihoods.

Weekly Time Commitment

7-9 hours per week

Duration of Volunteer Role (remote)

3-5 months

Africa Access Water

We equip rural communities in Zambia and Africa with solar-powered water infrastructure and systems for productive use, food security, and socio-economic development.

Africa Access Water is committed to addressing several critical social and environmental challenges that disproportionately affect rural communities across Zambia and Africa using one model. 

Strategy Consultant

Volunteer Role Description (remote, unpaid)

1. Finalizing the Strategic Plan: Refine the 2025-2028 draft strategy, setting actionable objectives, and aligning with the organization’s mission and vision.

2. Strategic Alignment: Ensure the plan prioritizes core goals such as solar-powered water solutions, food security, and socio-economic development.

3. Sustainability and Growth: Integrate strategies for sustainability, including establishing a commercial farm, acquiring a water drilling rig, and diversifying funding streams.

4. Monitoring and Evaluation: Develop a framework to track progress, measure impact, and adjust the strategy as needed.

5. Strategic Partnerships: Identify opportunities for impactful partnerships to expand reach and enhance outcomes.

6. Advocacy and Positioning: Strengthen Africa Access Water’s position as a leader in sustainable water solutions across Africa.

This role will ensure the strategy is actionable, ambitious, and aligned with Africa Access Water’s transformative vision.

Weekly Time Commitment

7-9 hours per week

Duration of Volunteer Role (remote)

1-2 months

Kurapa Moyo

At Kurapa Moyo, we address the critical gaps in mental health and wellness advocacy across Africa, focusing on the unique challenges faced by youth, women, and marginalized communities. Our mission is to cultivate a culture of care and resilience, breaking barriers to wellness and inspiring sustainable change.

At Kurapa Moyo, we believe that healing and resilience grow through intentional community, education, and advocacy. Our solution focuses on creating accessible, transformative programs and spaces that empower individuals and communities to address mental health challenges effectively.

Financial Wellness Coach

Volunteer Role Description (remote, unpaid)

Kurapa Moyo is dedicated to making holistic wellness services accessible to African women. We believe in fostering sustainable joy and healing by connecting people with trusted wellness practitioners. To this end, we are launching a wellness hotline initiative.

We are seeking a financial wellness coach who is willing to provide free sessions to help individuals improve their financial literacy. In this role, you will be spending between 2 - 4 hours weekly, supporting our community as they book you directly on your calendar. You will be required to submit a monthly report of your sessions and feedback to help us improve the offering as well as support you better.

We look forward to receiving your application.

Weekly Time Commitment

4-6 hours per week

Duration of Volunteer Role (remote)

6+ months