Volunteer outreach coordinators needed on Saturday

Posted on October 4, 2018 by Ma'Reke

Tonymay Foundation is a non-profit organisation incorporated with the Nigerian Corporate Affairs Commission in 2011. The foundation was borne out of the urgent need to create awareness about sickle cell disorder (SCD) and address the lack of proper health management of the disorder in Nigeria. The foundation is focused on addressing the major factors that are contributing to the number of new recorded cases of sickle cell disorder which is ignorance about SCD and the importance of genotype especially for people in sub-urban and rural areas. Anthony and Mary were two warriors lost to the fight against sickle cell disorder and the foundation was established in their honour.

The organisation is currently embarking on awareness campaigns in various parts of the country to address high level of ignorance about the disorder. A sickle cell awareness campaign has been scheduled to hold in Ketu, Lagos state, THIS SATURDAY, 6th October, 2018. It will begin by 8.00am.

The foundation needs volunteers to distribute awareness fliers and talk to people about the need to know their genotypes. Volunteers should be skilled at communicating effectively and have basic knowledge about sickle cell disorder.

This opening is for volunteers resident in Lagos and are able to be at Ketu on Saturday.

HOW TO INDICATE INTEREST TO VOLUNTEER (Please follow these instructions carefully)

Step 1: Read the post requirements above carefully, taking note of the location

Step 2: Make sure you are resident in the state where the opening exists and meet the requirements

Step 3: If you are fully available and interested, kindly register at http://volunteers.volunteerinnigeria.org (skip this step if you have registered in the past)

Step 4: Drop us a comment below this post (NOT the registration page) with your name, active phone number, active email address and the state where you are currently based.

NOTE: Your comments with personal information will not be published. Please do not leave a comment if you have not registered and be sure to leave a comment on this very page with the opening announcement after you register. We will close recruitment in about a week. Therefore, your comment needs to come in (and follow the guidelines above) within that recruitment window to be considered. Unfortunately, we may be unable to reach out to everyone due to limited openings. Please bear with us and do not be discouraged from trying again. Thank you!

Apply to be a PAA Summer 2018 volunteer

Posted on July 17, 2018 by Ma'Reke

Public Art Africa (registered as the Initiative of Public Art in Africa) is a youth led non-profit organization run by mentors and youths from various parts of Lagos. Youths use creativity to engage the community in Human Rights, Health, the Environment, etc.

The organisation is interested in working with volunteers on two programmes this summer.

1) PAA Summer Programme takes place between July and August in various locations from Ikeja to VI. The purpose of this summer programme is to expose students to different careers and professions so that they can start thinking about future careers for themselves. It is a series of excursions to a number of companies. It is an opportunity to show the kids that there are amazing people in Nigeria doing amazing work.

2) The second programme is a summer screening series in partnership with some organizations in Lagos. It takes place for 10 days in August for youths from various parts of Lagos. A series of films will be shown and volunteers will be needed to work with students after the screening on activities including drama, arts & crafts and poetry.

The volunteers will act as chaperones for the students during excursions, making sure to promote the organisation’s mission of using creativity to build Africans for the future. They will also be expected to be positive role models and be keenly interested in making positive impact on the kids.

All materials necessary to effectively mentor Public Art Africa youths will be provided. Volunteers should make sure they dress appropriately and comfortably. They are required to be:

– punctual
– enthusiastic
– encouraging
– engaging

Volunteers will be required to participate in a training in Lagos on Saturday, July 28, from 10am-4pm.

This opening is for volunteers resident in Lagos.

HOW TO INDICATE INTEREST TO VOLUNTEER (Please follow these instructions carefully)

Step 1: Read the post requirements above carefully, taking note of the location

Step 2: Make sure you are resident in the state where the opening exists and meet the requirements

Step 3: If you are fully available and interested, kindly register at http://volunteers.volunteerinnigeria.org (skip this step if you have registered in the past)

Step 4: Drop us a comment below this post (NOT the registration page) with your name, active phone number, active email address and the state where you are currently based.

NOTE: Your comments with personal information will not be published. Please do not leave a comment if you have not registered and be sure to leave a comment on this very page with the opening announcement after you register. We will close recruitment in about a week. Therefore, your comment needs to come in (and follow the guidelines above) within that recruitment window to be considered. Unfortunately, we may be unable to reach out to everyone due to limited openings. Please bear with us and do not be discouraged from trying again. Thank you!

Volunteer Teachers needed for free summer program

Posted on August 3, 2017 by Ma'Reke

Free Summer Program details
Date: August 7 – September 9^th, 2017 (week days)
Time: 9am – 1pm
Classes: Basic 1 – 9
Location: Market Street, Ebute Metta, Lagos state, Nigeria (popularly know as ‘the beach’)
Volunteers need to be 18 and above and this is an unpaid volunteer position. The free summer lesson Volunteer serves as a coach and mentor to children who will be attending the project organized by the Dream Nurture Foundation. You will be supporting the mission of the organization, which is giving educational opportunities to despondent children.

Key Responsibilities:

· Takes part in fun activities organized for his/her class.

· Answers questions the children in his/her group may have.

· Be able to notice changes in the children, especially those who are doing really well.

· The volunteer supports the children in his/her group and help boost their self-confidence.

· The volunteer gives the children opportunities to boost self-reliance and capacity building

· The volunteer needs to be prepared for each lesson day and have a time table handy.

Reports to: Program Director or positioned representatives in times of his/her absence.
Requirements: SSCE School leaving certificate. You should also be friendly, reliable, trustworthy and have good communication skills.

Support: The Program Director/ Assistant will be available for questions and assistance. The volunteer will always receive ongoing support from the Agency.

Benefits to Volunteer: A chance to make a difference in a child’s life whilst developing your interpersonal skills. Also, when we start recruiting employees, our volunteers are at the top of the list. This is also an ideal opportunity for those considering having a career in human services.

Dress Code: Casual (Jeans/pants and a T-shirt)

HOW TO INDICATE INTEREST TO VOLUNTEER

Step 1: Read the post requirements above carefully, taking note of the location

Step 2: Make sure you are resident in the state where the opening exists and meet the requirements

Step 3: If you are fully available and interested, kindly register at http://volunteers.volunteerinnigeria.org (skip this step if you have registered in the past)

Step 4: Drop us a comment below this post (NOT the registration page) with your name, active phone number, and active email address.

NOTE: Your comments with personal information will not be published. Please do not leave a comment if you have not registered and be sure to leave a comment on this very page with the opening announcement after you register. We will close recruitment in about a week. Therefore, your comment needs to come in (and follow the guidelines above) within that recruitment window to be considered. Unfortunately, we may be unable to reach out to everyone due to limited openings. Please bear with us and do not be discouraged from trying again. Thank you!

Java Trainers needed this summer

Posted on July 24, 2017 by Ma'Reke

Please note that this is a professional volunteer role for Lagos residents only.

The Workplace Youth Initiative is organizing a youth empowerment program (in collaboration with the Oracle Academy) to teach 25 undergraduate students in tertiary institutions Java Foundation for free. In addition, the program would include a six-month mentorship/internship. The program will take place at Victoria Island, Lagos state, Nigeria, between August 21 to 26, 2017 at 8am to 6pm daily.

Volunteer facilitators are needed to help train the 25 participants on the Java Foundation program using an approved Oracle curriculum.

The volunteer has to be:
-experienced in Oracle Java Programming, with the ability to teach
-available for assessment meeting with Oracle team
-available for the entire period of the program/Training
-an Oracle Certified Java Professional

HOW TO INDICATE INTEREST TO VOLUNTEER

Step 1: Read the post requirements above carefully, taking note of the location

Step 2: Make sure you are resident in the state where the opening exists and you are certified as required

Step 3: If you are fully available and interested, kindly register at http://volunteers.volunteerinnigeria.org (skip this step if you have registered in the past)

Step 4: Drop us a comment below this post (NOT the registration page) with your name, active phone number, and active email address.

Summer Workshop Facilitators in Lagos

Posted on July 11, 2017 by Ma'Reke

Public Art Africa is a youth led organization and an initiative of UR4Africa, a Pan Africa media company that focuses on teaching, producing and distributing positive Africa content that is unique. Through Public Art Africa, UR4Africa develops programs that provide youths and people in local communities with hands-on experience in the areas of health, human rights and the environment.

This summer, there will be a series of workshops for students and their families around the topic of health, environment and entrepreneurship. Students will gain knowledge and experience each week on Leadership, Health, Nutrition, Entrepreneurship and the Environment. It will hold on week days from July 24 to August 25. Volunteers will be assigned to the weekly programmes based on their availability, interest, and desire to provide mentorship on weekly themes.

Volunteers must enjoy learning and understand what it means to collaborate with others. Your tasks will require you to be a role model to a group of youths who will ask you questions about yourself, your work, your opinions about life, etc. You will help facilitate conversations between students and community members. Volunteers will also have secondary tasks including helping students get on buses, making sure every participant gets lunch, and collecting supplies, amongst others.

All volunteers are required to:
– Be punctual
– Be a team player
– Be enthusiastic about mentoring and volunteering
– Be flexible
– Be patient
– Challenge participants to think creatively and differently
– Be present (no phone distractions)
– Be positive and passionate
– Be cheerful

There will be a screening process to ensure alignment of vision, mission and goals. All volunteers will be required to attend training on July 22nd from 10am to 5pm at Maryland, Lagos.
NOTE: For Lagos residents only

HOW TO INDICATE INTEREST TO VOLUNTEER

Step 1: Read the post requirements above carefully, taking note of the location

Step 2: Make sure you are resident in the state where the opening exists

Step 3: If you are fully available and interested, kindly register at http://volunteers.volunteerinnigeria.org (skip this step if you have registered in the past)

Step 4: Drop us a comment below this post (NOT the registration page) with your name, active phone number, and active email address.

Young, smart, creative and media-savvy? Come work with us!

Posted on August 13, 2016 by Ma'Reke

Yeop! By now you know we recruit volunteers for our partner organisations, but Volunteer in Nigeria in itself is WORK!

WORK! WORK! WORK! WORK! WORK!

We need service-oriented, young and bright people to join us on this journey of DOING great things.

The idea behind Volunteer in Nigeria is to connect organisations to service-oriented individuals who can take responsibility and produce success on tasks. We want these individuals to love community, have burning passion for the Nigerian society, and be crazy about social impact. We are raising leaders from today for today and tomorrow. These are people who are keen on rolling up their sleeves and making invaluable contributions for the love of it. You see – you cannot buy this breed of humans from the market. And these people do not become leaders by just talking and DOING nothing. They lead by DOING/SERVING.

Souls are perishing. Yass! That’s the way to say it. Nigeria is in dire straits – that is literally a code-red, attention situation. There is so much to do for our fellow brothers and sisters. So, we cannot be afraid and running away from DOING the WORK. BTW, there are all kinds of work to do. Everybody can get involved. So, the work we do at Volunteer in Nigeria is it!

WHO DO WE SEEK?

Thought you would never ask!

So, Volunteer in Nigeria seeks media and partnership associates, a graphic artist, and an events person, who will have the fun option of choosing their job titles. These are volunteer roles. All will involve a lot of communicating and nurturing relationships. Work will be mostly virtually done and give you the chance to take active responsibility in your profession. There will be physical meetings sometimes. You will work as a team but also produce bright ideas that can be quickly put to work. It is critical to have good knowledge of Web 2.0 and how to use tech tools to do things simply.

Here are some things to note for each role.

Media/Partnership Associate I – Digital

This person is a social media-savvy development professional who knows about non-profit activities in Nigeria. You are an excellent writer who knows where to find what and who is needed on social media and other digital and web platforms. You can create compelling content and birth features.

Media/Partnership Associate II – Print/Electronic

This person is a web-savvy journalist and compelling story teller cum curator cum copywriter. You can create content and birth features. You have good knowledge of print and electronic media outlets.

Events Associate

This person is literally master or madam poise and etiquette. He/She can communicate effectively, can train others to act in a courteous manner, and can maintain great relationships. You should also understand how events work and be good with planning and organising them.

Consultant Graphic Artist

You are already a creative graphic artist, can generate fantastic ideas, can make picture and video work everyone loves, and just so willing to support our ministry.

ARE YOU A GOOD FIT?

To join the team at Volunteer in Nigeria, you need to:

Be a doer, be smart and be someone who is keen on reading and learning
Be young and very energetic
Check your heart and be sure it beats for humanity
Check with your vision and aspirations. Is this what you really want to be part of for life?
Be available 24/7 on Whatsapp and email
Have a laptop
Be resident in Lagos, Nigeria, possess a global mindset and national passion
Be available for team meet-ups on weekends or non-workdays
Speak fluently and write flawless English (any other language is advantageous)

ARE YOU INTERESTED?

Yes? We are glad! Leave us a comment below expressing your interest, telling us what you do currently, and including your active email. You know we sure need to know what role you want right? No tales or boring stories, but remember we do not know you so what you say will help us discover you. If we think this will be good for you, we will send you an email within two weeks. We will meet and chat.

No, you are not interested? Tell everyone you know. Thanks!

Let’s do this.

Come volunteer for Lagos Comic Con and KID-Con!

Posted on August 13, 2016 by Ma'Reke

Lagos Comic Con is a creative convention that focuses on showcasing the creative industry that is booming in Nigeria! Volunteers are needed to support this initiative. Some of the volunteers will work with KID-Con, which is the kid version of the convention. They will participate in a ‘Tomorrowland in Africa’ event that will be screening, and a creative competition between secondary school students. They will need to engage with the participants, make sure students are accounted for, etc.

Another set of volunteers will act as support during registration, to answer questions from people who may need directions or to presenters who need information. Another set of volunteers will help with social media, engage participants in photographs and/or interviews.

Volunteers can expect to gain experience, network, and be inspired by activities in the creative industry in Nigeria and other parts of Africa.

The event takes place on Saturday September 17, 2016 at Ikeja, Lagos, Nigeria. There will be training for volunteers selected on September 3, 2016.

We are looking for volunteers who are:

-Energetic
-Creative
-Friendly
-Enjoy meeting new people
Volunteers will receive lunch and refreshments as well as t-shirts and certificates.

HOW TO INDICATE INTEREST

Step 1: Read the post requirements above carefully, taking note of the location

Step 2: Make sure you are resident in the state where the opening exists

Step 3: If you are fully available and interested, kindly register at http://volunteers.volunteerinnigeria.org (skip this step if you have registered in the past)

Step 4: Drop us a comment below this post (NOT the registration page) with your name, active phone number, active email address.

NOTE: Your comments with personal information will not be published. Please do not leave a comment if you have not registered and be sure to leave a comment on this very page with the opening announcement after you register. We close recruitment in about a week or two. Therefore, your comment needs to come in (and follow the guidelines above) before then to be considered. Thank you!

Volunteer with Dream Nurture Foundation

Posted on July 17, 2016 by Ma'Reke

Dream Nurture Foundation is organising a free summer lesson program beginning in August at Ebute-Metta, Lagos, Nigeria. They need volunteers and a program director for the six-week free program.

Date: August 1 – September 9, 2016
Classes: Basic 1 – 9

The organisation is recruiting for two roles – Free Summer Lesson Volunteer and Program Director

Free Summer Lesson Volunteer

Purpose: The free summer lesson Volunteer serves as a coach and mentor to children who will be attending the project organized by The Dream Nurture Foundation. You will be supporting the mission of the organization of giving educational opportunities to despondent children. Volunteers need to be 18 years and above. It is an unpaid volunteer position.

Location: Market Street, Ebute Metta – popularly known as ‘the beach’

Key Responsibilities:

Takes part in fun activities organized for his/her class.
Answers questions the children in his/her group may have.
The volunteer is astute and able to notice changes in the children, especially those who are doing really well.
The volunteer supports the children in his/her group and help boost their self-confidence.
The volunteer gives the children opportunities to boost self-reliance and capacity building
The volunteer needs to be prepared for each lesson day and have a time table handy.

Reports to: Program Director or positioned representatives in times of his/her absence.

Time Commitment: 9 am – 1 pm every week day. Volunteers NEED TO choose at least 3 days a week when they will be available.

Qualifications: SSCE School leaving certificate. You should also be friendly, reliable, and trustworthy and have good communication skills.

Support: The Program Director/ Assistant will be available for questions and assistance. You will always receive ongoing support from the Agency.

Benefits to Volunteer: A chance to make a difference in a child’s life whilst developing your interpersonal skills. Also, when we start recruiting employees, our volunteers are at the top of the list. This is also an ideal opportunity for those considering having a career in development work.

Age Requirement: At least 18 years old

Dress Code: Casual (Jeans/pants and a T-shirt)

To have a great time while you volunteer, we encourage you to:

Dress comfortably and appropriately (Jeans and a T-shirt are comfortable)
Please be safe; don’t leave personal belongings unattended
Recognize your comfort zones and find support to challenge your boundaries
Get ready to teach and add value to slum kids

Program Director

Purpose: The free summer lesson Program director serves as a coach to children and volunteers who will be attending the project organized by The Dream Nurture Foundation. You will be supporting the mission of the organization of giving educational opportunities to despondent children.

Location: Market Street (Ebute); Oyingbo.

Key Responsibilities:

Coordinating volunteers and Children for the summer program.
Providing detailed daily and weekly report to the Executive director.
Take part in activities happening during the program.
Coming up with fun activities for the children.
Ensuring volunteers understand their assignments.
Manage volunteer database and reporting functions . Follow up with potential volunteers in a timely manner.

Qualifications and Competences

Ability to perform several tasks concurrently, time management and organizational skills.
Ability to Manage volunteer and or station concerns and inquiries.
Ability to support, network and motivate staff, volunteers and clientele.
Ability to maintain confidential information.
Ability to organize and maintain detailed records; complete necessary paperwork and meet deadlines.
Excellent public speaking and presentation skills .
Ability to connect with others and forge strong relationships .
Committed to the mission of serving seniors and adults with disabilities

Commitment: 8 am – 2 pm every week day. The program director is expected to resume at least an hour early to the site to make sure that everything is in place for the volunteers and the children. This is a volunteer position that comes with a monthly stipend.

Qualifications: SSCE School leaving certificate. You should also be friendly, reliable, and trustworthy and have good communication skills.

HOW TO INDICATE INTEREST TO VOLUNTEER

Step 1: Read the post requirements above carefully, taking note of the location

Step 2: Make sure you are resident in the state where the opening exists

Step 3: If you are fully available and interested, kindly register at http://volunteers.volunteerinnigeria.org (skip this step if you have registered in the past)

Step 4: Drop us a comment below this post (NOT the registration page) with your name, active phone number, active email address and role interested in.

NOTE: Your comments with personal information will not be published. Please do not leave a comment if you have not registered and be sure to leave a comment on this very page with the opening announcement after you register. We close recruitment in about a week or two. Therefore, your comment needs to come in (and follow the guidelines above) before then to be considered. Thank you!

Volunteer at upcoming A4AI-Nigeria coalition meeting

Posted on June 30, 2016 by Ma'Reke

The next meeting of the A4AI-Nigeria coalition is coming up on Monday, July 4th in Lagos.

The Alliance for Affordable Internet (A4AI) is a broad coalition working to enable everyone, everywhere to access the life-changing power of the Internet. The 1st A4AI Nigerian Multi-stakeholder Forum took place on March 11, 2014 in Abuja, Nigeria. The Forum established a Nigerian multi- stakeholder coalition that will contribute towards the government policy to bring affordable Internet access to all Nigerians.

Volunteers are needed for the forum, holding in Victoria Island, Lagos, on July 4. They will be involved in managing the registration table and other logistical items. Student volunteers who are interested in ICT policy, technology, access to information, and related areas, are preferred. Volunteers must be resident in Lagos and available for the whole day on Monday, July 4.

HOW TO INDICATE INTEREST TO VOLUNTEER

Step 1: Register at http://volunteers.volunteerinnigeria.org (skip this step if you have registered in the past)

Step 2: Drop us a comment below this post with your name, active phone number, role interested in, and active email address.

(Comments with personal information will not be published. Please do not leave a comment if you have not registered and be sure to leave a comment on this very page with the opening announcement after you register)

Latest openings at UR4Africa

Posted on February 27, 2016 by Ma'Reke

Hey fam!

UR4Africa is recruiting volunteers for a number of projects this year. Details follow.

1st Public Art Nigeria April-May 6 sessions

Climate Change in Africa project

Partners: Recycle Points, Wecyclers, Terra Kulture

Students will work with partners to develop a theatre production about Climate Change in Nigeria.

We are looking for mentors who are creative and are available on Saturdays from 10am-5pm. They will need to participate in a training session about Youth Engagement and Child Abuse. They will receive a certificate after completing at least 3 sessions working with the youths in our program. The program will kick off from Ikeja.

Our Saturday programs run on Saturdays from 10am-5pm.

Reading with Parents program:

This program was organized for some of our students whose parents do not know how to read the English language. This program is set up for the year.

This opportunity will be offered once or twice a week for our parents and will be organized based on volunteers availability. Volunteers will be trained on how to teach reading effectively and the program will start in April; running from our Ikeja location.
All mentors/volunteers will need to learn our philosophy when engaging with our youth and adults participating in our programs – a training series is being organized for all new and old mentors. We are facilitating the first of these workshops/trainings on Saturday March 5th starting at 10am. If they should decide to stay on as a mentor after the project is already finished we would be very happy to have them.

Requirements from the mentors are:

– To be on time

– Be a team player

– Be enthusiastic about mentoring and volunteering

– Be flexible

– Be patient

– Challenge participants to think creatively and differently

– Be present (no phones while volunteering with our organization)

– Be positive and passionate

– Be cheerful

Volunteers who have technology skills and are creative are preferred.

HOW TO INDICATE INTEREST TO VOLUNTEER

Step 1: Register at http://volunteers.volunteerinnigeria.org (skip this step if you have registered in the past)

Step 2: Drop us a comment below this post with your name, active phone number, role interested in, and active email address.

(Comments with personal information will not be published. Please do not leave a comment if you have not registered and be sure to leave a comment on this page after you register)