Alimat Care Foundation (ACF), is a youth-led NGO established and incorporated in 2022. The organization actively advocates for the rights, welfare, and empowerment of women and girls in Northeast Nigeria, particularly in disadvantaged regions. Through comprehensive and evidence-based programs that is built on the principles of Accountability to Affected Population (AAP) and Gender Equality and Social Inclusion (GESI), ACF aims to, increase access to quality education for girls, end violence and harmful practices against women and girls, and provide an enabling environment for girls to thrive and contribute to their communities.Role Summary
The Program Volunteer will support the planning, coordination, and implementation of ACF’s programmes and projects. The role offers hands-on experience in development programming and community-based interventions, particularly in gender, livelihood & economic empowerment, SRHR, education, and climate justice.
Key Responsibilities
Support programme planning and implementation activities.
Assist with organizing trainings, workshops, meetings, and field activities.
Support data collection, documentation, and activity reporting.
Assist in liaising with community stakeholders and partners.
Support monitoring of ongoing activities and follow-up actions.
Contribute to documentation of lessons learned and success stories.
Perform other programme-related tasks as assigned.
Qualifications and Desired Skills
Bachelor’s degree or currently enrolled in Social Sciences, Development Studies, Public Health, Education, or a related field.
Strong interest in development, humanitarian, and gender-focused work.
Basic knowledge and ability to use computer applications, particularly the Microsoft Office Suite, is a mandatory requirement for this position.
Good communication and interpersonal skills.
Willingness to learn and ability to work in a team.
Basic report writing and documentation skills.
Willingness to adhere to strict organizational policies and work schedule.
Ideal Candidate Qualities
Passionate about women’s and girls’ rights.
Reliable, proactive, and organized.
Open to learning and professional development.
ACF’s Commitment to Gender Equality and Social Inclusion
Alimat Care Foundation is committed to Gender Equality and Social Inclusion (GESI) and equal opportunity. We strongly encourage applications from women, young people, and individuals from marginalized or underrepresented groups, including persons with disabilities. Selection will be based on merit, motivation, and alignment with ACF’s values.
Volunteer Engagement Terms
This is a full-time voluntary, non-salaried position.
Selected volunteers will receive orientation, mentorship, and practical work experience.
Subject to availability of funds, selected volunteers will receive a meagre monthly stipend to support cost of daily transportation to work.
Volunteers will be provided with recommendation letters upon successful completion of the volunteering period, subject to performance.
Commitment to Transparent and Ethical Recruitment
ACF upholds a transparent, fair, and ethical recruitment process. No fees are charged at any stage of recruitment, and ACF does not use recruitment agents. Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted.