56 International development volunteer volunteer roles

Global Health Access Trust is looking for a Volunteer Recruitment & Coordination Volunteer to help us receive, review and respond to volunteer interest and support a growing international community of contributors.

This opportunity would suit someone with experience in recruitment, HR, administration or coordination who is organised, reliable and comfortable handling people information confidentially.

Global Health Access Trust (GHAT) develops, funds and coordinates defined projects that advance health, relieve illness and preserve life for the public benefit. Our work brings together professional and clinical expertise, human capability, responsible technology, essential infrastructure, trusted local relationships and accountable funding.

What you could contribute

• Help review incoming volunteer applications against role requirements
• Coordinate introductory conversations and onboarding notes
• Keep volunteer records accurate and up to date
• Support communication with applicants and active volunteers
• Help ensure people are directed to appropriate opportunities and next steps
• Support a clear, consistent and welcoming volunteer journey
• Work with the Trust team to identify where additional volunteer capacity is needed

Who this could suit

This opportunity may suit people with experience in HR, recruitment, administration, volunteer management, people operations or coordination.

We are particularly interested in warm, confidential and dependable people who can communicate clearly, keep good records and follow agreed processes.

You should be comfortable working with applicants from different professional, cultural and geographical backgrounds and handling personal information responsibly.

The opportunity can usually be undertaken remotely from any country and the commitment is ongoing and flexible.

The role is voluntary and unpaid. There is no salary, fee, employment benefit or entitlement to expenses.

How to apply

Applications are handled through the Global Health Access Trust website. When you click to apply, you will be taken to GHAT’s Volunteer & People Operations section. There you can review this opportunity in context, explore the other current opportunities within this area and select the opportunity that best matches your experience before submitting the GHAT application form.

📍 Remote | International Team ⏱️ Approximately 1 day per week (8-12 hours) 📅 Minimum 12-month commitment 💙 Volunteer Position

Help Transform Lives Through Safe Water, Sanitation and Hygiene in Uganda

Equal Aqua is an award-winning NGO working to tackle inequalities in water, sanitation and hygiene (WASH) across Uganda. Through partnerships with local communities, schools and grassroots organisations, we help provide sustainable access to safe water, improved sanitation, hygiene education and environmental protection initiatives.

Our international team of 30+ volunteers spans more than 10 countries, united by a shared commitment to creating lasting change. As we continue to grow, we are seeking a passionate and experienced Fundraising Manager to lead our fundraising efforts and help us expand our impact.

Why This Role Matters

Fundraising is at the heart of everything we do.

As Fundraising Manager, you will play a critical leadership role in securing the resources that enable Equal Aqua to reach more communities, develop new projects and improve the lives of thousands of people across Uganda.

This is an exciting opportunity for an experienced fundraiser who wants to use their skills to make a meaningful global impact while working alongside a dedicated and inspiring team of volunteers.

What You'll Be Doing

Strategic Leadership

✅ Lead the implementation of Equal Aqua's fundraising strategy, ensuring alignment with organisational goals, vision and values.

✅ Develop innovative fundraising initiatives to support sustainable organisational growth.

✅ Monitor funding trends and identify new grant and funding opportunities.

Fundraising & Income Generation

✅ Drive income generation through multiple fundraising channels, including:

• Grant and trust applications
• Charitable foundations
• Corporate partnerships and sponsorships
• Individual giving programmes
• Community fundraising
• Creative fundraising campaigns and events

✅ Support the development of annual fundraising targets and budgets.

✅ Monitor fundraising performance and help maximise income opportunities.

Donor & Supporter Engagement

✅ Manage and grow relationships with existing supporters and donors.

✅ Deliver exceptional supporter stewardship and donor care.

✅ Increase donor retention and maximise long-term supporter value.

Team Leadership

✅ Lead and motivate an international team of fundraising volunteers.

✅ Delegate responsibilities effectively and support team development.

✅ Foster a collaborative, inclusive and high-performing team culture.

Governance & Reporting

✅ Report regularly to the Executive Committee and Board of Trustees.

✅ Contribute content and updates for grant reports and organisational reporting.

✅ Participate in team, committee and governance meetings as required.

Who We're Looking For

We'd love to hear from professionals with experience in:

• Fundraising Management
• Trusts & Foundations Fundraising
• Corporate Partnerships
• Individual Giving
• Grant Writing
• Business Development
• Non-Profit Leadership

You'll bring:

✔ Proven fundraising experience and a track record of achieving income targets

✔ Strong relationship management and stakeholder engagement skills

✔ Experience leading or mentoring teams

✔ Excellent communication and organisational abilities

✔ Strategic thinking and a proactive approach

✔ Passion for social impact, international development and WASH equality

Our Impact So Far

Thanks to our volunteers, partners and supporters, Equal Aqua has already achieved:

💧 32,866 people with improved access to safe water

🚻 11,044 people with improved sanitation facilities

📚 11,755 people with improved WASH knowledge and skills

🩸 3,877 people with improved menstrual hygiene knowledge

🏆 British High Commission Award Winner

Every pound raised helps us extend this impact even further.

Why Volunteer With Equal Aqua?

🌍 Make a tangible difference to communities across Uganda

🤝 Join a diverse team of volunteers from around the world

📈 Gain valuable leadership and strategic fundraising experience

🚀 Help shape the future growth of an award-winning NGO

💡 Collaborate with passionate professionals committed to sustainable change

❤️ Use your skills to create real-world impact

Our Vision

To become a leading organisation in Uganda addressing inequalities in WASH and interconnected issues of gender equality and environmental sustainability.

Our Values

At Equal Aqua, we champion grassroots-led development and believe lasting change happens when communities are empowered to shape their own futures. We are committed to creating a welcoming, collaborative and inclusive environment where every volunteer can thrive.

Interested?

If you're passionate about fundraising and inspired by the opportunity to help transform lives through access to safe water, sanitation and hygiene, we'd love to hear from you.

Apply today and help us create a future where everyone has equal access to safe and sustainable WASH services.

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• Volunteer/Commission-Based Model
• Remote/Global/UK/EU preferred for time-zone availability
• Executive Leadership role
• 10hrs a week commitment

About Project Yananai

Project Yananai is a global non-profit headquartered in the United Kingdom, with Affiliate Entities and Management Teams in India, South Africa, Zambia, and Zimbabwe. Our mission is to inspire and empower individuals and communities by fostering enduring relationships, enhancing sustainable skills, and delivering compassionate humanitarian aid. We are dedicated to nurturing resilient societies that are self-sufficient and equipped to break cycles of poverty.

Build Yananai’s UK presence and connect UK expertise, partnerships and funding to our global mission.

Project Yananai is looking for an entrepreneurial and highly connected senior leader to build and lead our UK Operations and Partnerships function.

This is a new role with the opportunity to shape how Yananai builds its UK network, develops partnerships, generates funding and connects UK expertise and resources with our international programmes.

Working closely with the CEO and Deputy CEO, you’ll turn ambitious ideas into practical, sustainable programmes and build the relationships and infrastructure needed to make them happen.

What you’ll do

• Build and develop Yananai’s UK operations and partnership network from the ground up.
• Develop our UK Volunteering Access Portal, connecting universities, education providers, professionals, trainers and skilled volunteers with our international Community Learning Hubs.
• Lead the development of UK AI InfoHubs, creating accessible opportunities for communities to develop AI awareness, literacy and skills.
• Build strategic relationships with government, universities, schools, colleges, education providers, businesses, foundations, charities, professional bodies and community organisations.
• Identify and develop funding opportunities across grants, foundations, corporate partnerships and philanthropy.
• Develop compelling proposals, business cases and partnership opportunities.
• Build relationships that bring funding, expertise, volunteers, resources and programme opportunities into Yananai.
• Establish robust governance, safeguarding, risk and compliance systems.
• Build and lead a lean, high-performing UK team as the operation grows.
• Represent Project Yananai externally and help position the organisation within UK and international networks.

About you

We’re looking for a senior leader who is comfortable creating something where there isn’t an established blueprint.

Your background could be in charity, education, international development, social enterprise, technology, business, government or another mission-driven environment.

What matters most is your ability to build relationships, develop opportunities and turn strategy into action.

You’ll ideally bring experience across several of the following:

• Building or scaling a programme, organisation, education initiative or new organisational function.
• Developing strategic partnerships and/or securing funding.
• Working with government, universities, schools, colleges, corporates, foundations, charities or community organisations.
• Programme development and delivery, ideally with an international, education or social-impact focus.
• Senior stakeholder engagement and relationship management.
• Leading teams, budgets, governance and operational delivery.
• Turning strategy into action and taking ownership in an entrepreneurial environment.

You don't need to be an AI specialist or have a traditional charity background. We’re looking for someone who can bring people, ideas, partnerships, funding and opportunities together — and turn them into meaningful programmes.

Why join Project Yananai?

This is an opportunity to build a UK operation with a genuinely global purpose. You’ll have significant autonomy, direct access to senior leadership and the opportunity to shape innovative initiatives from the beginning.

The role is initially offered on a voluntary pathway or commission-based model, with an expected commitment of approximately 10 hours per week, with the intention of building sustainable funding that can support a future contracted position.

If you’re a builder, connector and strategic leader who wants to create something with lasting international impact, we’d love to hear from you.

Project Yananai is an equal opportunity organisation. We celebrate diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all colleagues. We encourage applications from people of all backgrounds and cultures. Project Yananai is a UK registered charity number 1209060.

Global Health Access Trust is looking for a Volunteer Fundraising Lead to help shape and coordinate the Trust’s developing fundraising activity and build sustainable support for its public-benefit work.

This is an opportunity to use fundraising, development, business development or charity income experience to help an international charitable organisation build strong foundations for future growth.

Global Health Access Trust (GHAT) develops, funds and coordinates defined projects that advance health, relieve illness and preserve life, particularly where healthcare access or the systems supporting health are absent, failing or inaccessible.

Our work brings together professional and clinical expertise, human capability, responsible technology, essential infrastructure, trusted local relationships and accountable funding. Projects span areas including healthcare access, health systems, professional networks, responsible AI and health intelligence, research and strategic reform, and humanitarian and war-affected response.

What you could contribute

• Help shape a realistic fundraising approach across trusts and foundations, individuals, companies and institutions
• Coordinate fundraising activity alongside other volunteers and the Trust team
• Help identify appropriate funding opportunities and prospective supporters
• Support the development of clear, professional approaches to potential funders and partners
• Maintain appropriate records of approaches, outcomes and follow-up
• Help ensure fundraising activity reflects GHAT’s charitable purposes, governance standards and ethical approach
• Contribute to building sustainable income capable of supporting longer-term public-benefit projects

Who this could suit

We would particularly welcome people with experience in fundraising, development, charity income generation, philanthropy, business development or related fields.

You should be organised, comfortable communicating with different audiences and able to work professionally and independently. An understanding of ethical fundraising, good governance and responsible stewardship would be valuable.

This opportunity can usually be undertaken remotely and flexibly. GHAT recruits internationally and welcomes relevant experience and perspectives from the UK and elsewhere.

The role is voluntary and unpaid. There is no salary, fee, employment benefit or entitlement to expenses.

How to apply

Applications are handled through the Global Health Access Trust website. When you click to apply, you will be taken to GHAT’s Fundraising, Philanthropy & Income section. There you can review this opportunity in context, explore the current opportunities within this area and select the role that best matches your experience before submitting the GHAT application form.

Director of Corporate Partnerships & Sponsorships (Volunteer)

 Location: Remote

Commitment: Part-time (volunteer, unpaid role)

Contribution Requirements: Minimum 10–15 hours per week; minimum 3 months.

Professional Volunteering: skills‑based service performed with the same reliability, accountability, and quality expected in a paid professional role. Volunteers are core contributors whose work directly supports our mission of global compassion, collaboration, and action

About Solution Community: an international 501(c)(3) non-profit organization, pioneering an innovative social platform dedicated to enabling actionable change. With volunteers from over 70+ countries, we are a testament to the power of global collaboration. Our team members bring experiences from some of the world’s most successful companies, including Apple, Toyota, Google, Netflix, Walmart, Meta, and many others, creating a rich tapestry of knowledge and passion.

Our Mission: To foster a global community of compassion, uniting individuals and organizations to solve the world’s social problems. We bridge non-profits, businesses, philanthropists, and volunteers, empowering them to create meaningful change for current and future generations.

Our Vision: Imagine a world where every person can thrive — a world united by collaboration, compassion, and action. At Solution Community, we are turning that vision into reality, driving transformative change that reshapes the future.

Summary of Role: As Director of Corporate Partnerships & Sponsorships, you will play a crucial role in expanding Solution Community’s network of corporate allies. You’ll spearhead efforts to develop and nurture relationships with corporate entities that align with our mission and vision. In this role, you’ll lead strategic initiatives, cultivate sponsorship opportunities, and create innovative collaboration models that benefit our organization and our partners - including opportunities re: the development of corporate volunteer teams that build true partnerships with Solution and through our platform.

What Will You Do?

• Develop and Execute Strategy: Formulate a corporate partnership and sponsorship strategy that aligns with Solution Community’s mission and goals.
• Cooperate with the Chief Development Officer: Work together to ensure the "Corporate Partnerships & Sponsorships" direction executes the strategy on time.
•  Work in a close relationship with the Grants & Foundations team and overall Growth team (fundraising and marketing): identifying opportunities that may overlap their roles and working in tandem to support Solution’s fundraising efforts
• Identify and Engage Prospects: Conduct outreach and engage with corporations and industry leaders who share a commitment to social impact, targeting partnerships that foster mutual growth.
• Relationship Management: Cultivate, maintain, and deepen relationships with new and existing partners while consistently exploring ways to expand our network.
• Proposal Development: Collaborate with cross-functional teams to create compelling partnership proposals that demonstrate the value and impact of Solution Community’s work.
• Sponsorship Program Development: Establish a sponsorship program with clear sponsor benefits and a structured path to involvement in our initiatives.
•  Impact Reporting: Measure and report on the impact of corporate partnerships and sponsorships, ensuring alignment with our mission and growth objectives.
• Brand Alignment: Ensure all partnerships align with Solution Community’s brand values, culture, and objectives, strengthening our reputation within the corporate sector

Who Are We Looking For?

• Experience in Corporate Partnerships and Sponsorships: 5+ years of experience in corporate partnership management, sponsorship acquisition, or a related field.
• Strategic Thinker: Proven ability to develop and execute strategies that achieve partnership growth and sustainability.
• Proactive Innovation: Comfort working in an organization that is both a start-up and encourages informed initiative, without the burden of a corporate structure. Highly motivated, self-directed, and results-oriented.
• Excellent Communication Skills: Strong written and verbal communication skills, with the ability to effectively articulate Solution Community’s mission to corporate stakeholders.
• Relationship Building Pro: Demonstrated success in building and sustaining relationships with corporate leaders and partners.
• Results-Oriented: Track record of achieving and exceeding goals in a results-driven environment.
• Mission-Driven: Passionate about social impact and Solution Community’s mission, with an authentic drive to make a difference.
• Flexible and Collaborative: Enthusiasm for working collaboratively in a multicultural, remote team environment.

What We Offer:

• Global collaboration with leaders and strategists from top global companies
• Meaningful impact on global causes and communities
• A vibrant, multicultural team spanning 70+ countries
• A supportive environment rooted in compassion, integrity, innovation, and collaboration
• Flexible work-life with full autonomy
• Opportunities for personal and professional growth
•  A formal recommendation upon successful completion of your volunteer term.

Role overview

Trustee — Policy, Advocacy & EDI

About us: Could you help us get millions of separated children Back to Family?

Orphanages don’t protect children, they harm them. Put simply: the last thing an orphanage can provide is the first thing a child needs - someone to love them. 

Right now, 5.4 million children around the world are locked away in orphanages — even though over 80% of them are not orphans. Orphanages expose children to abuse and trafficking, and physical and psychological trauma that can last a lifetime. A century of evidence shows that the bond between a child and their family is what every child needs to grow, thrive and be safe. 

The role

As our Policy, Advocacy & EDI Trustee, you will help shape and strengthen HHC's influence on the global stage, bringing senior expertise to bear on the policy and financing decisions that determine the pace of care reform worldwide. Working closely with our Chair, CEO and senior advocacy and programmes colleagues, you will contribute to our ambitious 2030 goal by:

• Advocacy strategy — providing strategic guidance and constructive challenge to strengthen HHC's global advocacy approach, helping sharpen our positioning, messaging and campaign strategy on care reform. 
• Policy and financing influence — advising the Board and Executive on opportunities to influence the decisions of governments, regional bodies and multilateral institutions, and supporting efforts to shift public and donor financing away from orphanages and towards family-based care. 
• EDI leadership — championing equity, diversity and inclusion across Board governance, organisational culture, safeguarding, and HHC's external voice, including how we portray the children, families and communities we support. 
• Stakeholder relationships — using your personal networks and credibility to open doors with policymakers, multilateral bodies, coalition partners and international fora relevant to care reform.

Who we are looking for

You will bring senior-level experience in public policy, government relations or international advocacy, ideally connected to child protection, social welfare or human rights, and a demonstrable track record of influencing policy or financing decisions at national, regional or international level. Beyond that, we are looking for someone who brings:

• A strong, practical understanding of equity, diversity and inclusion principles and how to apply them to governance and organisational culture
• An active network among policymakers, multilateral institutions, donors or the wider international child rights community
• Experience working across cultures and in international contexts, including in lower income countries and fragile and conflict-affected states
• The ability to translate specialist expertise into clear, practical guidance the Board and Executive can act on

Above all, you will share our belief that every child deserves to grow up in the love and safety of a family, and our commitment to driving that change with courage, integrity, excellence and being deeply human. 

What we offer

This is a voluntary, unremunerated role. In return you will:

• Engage with our work across nine countries 
• Contribute to systemic change at global scale, helping to shape the future for separated children worldwide
• Be part of an organisation approaching its 2030 goal — a worldwide consensus that orphanages have no place in any child's life

Time commitment

The role requires approximately 12–18 days per year, comprising:

• Four Board meetings per year (in person, London or virtual)
• Five subcommittee meetings per year (virtual), as a key member of our Programmes, Advocacy, Research and Accountability Committee (PARAC)
• An annual two-day awayday, which may take place in one of our countries of operation
• Additional time for preparation, ad hoc queries and induction in your first year

The initial term of office is three years, with the possibility of two further three-year terms by mutual agreement.

Closing Date: The final cut off for applications is 17.00 UK time on Thursday 8 October 2026 so please get in touch if you have the right skills, experience and passion for our cause.

To apply, please upload your CV and a brief covering letter indicating why you are interested in joining the Hope and Homes for Children Board and how your experience, skills and values map to the requirements of this role.

Diversity

Hope and Homes for Children actively encourages equity, diversity and inclusion, and we look to recruit a diverse range of people to reflect the communities in which we live. We are keen to see a diverse membership of both the trustee body and committees as we believe diversity brings us closer to our mission of eliminating orphanages.

Thank you for considering this role. Every child deserves to grow up in the love and safety of a family

Contract type

Volunteer

Hours

12 - 18 days per annum

Salary

Voluntary (expenses paid)

Do you want to make a real difference?

At Oxfam, we're not just selling pre-loved items and unique finds – we're working together to build a radically better world. With your help, we will turn pre-loved treasures into resources that empower communities worldwide.

Here's why Oxfam is the perfect opportunity for you:

Be a Second-hand Superhero: In our high street shops, Ecommerce Hubs and Online Shop, people like you help create exciting and inspiring collections – retail therapy with a purpose!

Increase Your Skills: If you have a particular interest, you can build on it to gain valuable retail experience to add to your CV, such as merchandising, customer service, and teamwork.

Find Your Community: Meet like-minded people who share your passion for a fairer world.

Flexibility: We know life gets busy. That's why we offer flexible volunteering options. A few hours a week is all it takes to make a big difference.

Oxfam isn't just another charity shop. We're a movement of passionate individuals working to create a fairer world, and we’d love you to be a part of it!

What happens next?

After you apply, the manager will ask you to come in for an initial chat. This is not an interview, just a chance to get an idea of what you'd like to do help out. From there, you can meet the rest of the volunteer team and get involved with whatever area of the shop takes your interest!

Help turn great items into great sales

Be part of the final step that gets orders to customers.

As an Online Shop Order Packing Volunteer, you'll be onsite carefully picking, packing and dispatching items, helping to ensure each sale is completed smoothly. Every parcel you send represents funds raised for Oxfam's work - supporting communities through crisis, tackling inequality and helping people build better futures.

If you enjoy practical, hands-on tasks and being part of a team making a real difference, this is a great way to get involved.

Here's why Oxfam is the perfect opportunity for you:

Be a Second-hand Superhero

Play a key role in getting sold items to customers and completing the journey from donation to impact.

Increase Your Skills

Build experience in logistics, organisation and order processing.

Find Your Community

Be part of a supportive and purpose-driven team.

Flexibility

Give your time in a way that works for you.

A Role That Works for You

This role may suit someone who enjoys practical, hands-on tasks and the satisfaction of completing a job from start to finish. It offers clear processes, a steady routine, and the opportunity to stay active while working as part of a supportive team.

If you like being organised, paying attention to detail, and seeing the direct results of your efforts, you could really thrive in this role.

Oxfam isn't just another charity shop. We're a movement of passionate individuals working to create a fairer world, and we'd love you to be a part of it!

What happens next?

After you apply, the manager will ask you to come in for an initial chat.

This is not an interview - just a chance to learn more about the role and discuss what you'd like to do.

o you want to make a real difference?

At Oxfam, we're not just selling pre-loved items and unique finds – we're working together to build a radically better world. With your help, we will turn pre-loved treasures into resources that empower communities worldwide.

As a stock volunteer, you'll be behind-the-scenes, sorting and organising donations to keep our retail spaces well-stocked. Your keen eye for detail and passion for helping others will ensure our customers always have a great choice of items to buy.

Here's why Oxfam is the perfect opportunity for you:

Be a Second-hand Superhero: In our high street shops, Ecommerce Hubs and Online Shop, people like you help create exciting and inspiring collections – retail therapy with a purpose!

Increase Your Skills: Gain valuable retail experience you can add to your CV, such as following instructions, customer service, and teamwork.

Find Your Community: Meet like-minded people who share your passion for a fairer world.

Flexibility: We know life gets busy. That's why we offer flexible volunteering options. A few hours a week is all it takes to make a big difference.

Oxfam isn't just another charity shop. We're a movement of passionate individuals working to create a fairer world, and we’d love you to be a part of it!

What happens next?

After you apply, the manager will ask you to come in for an initial chat. This is not an interview, just a chance to get an idea of what you'd like to do in the shop. From there, you can meet the rest of the volunteer team and get involved with whatever area of the shop takes your interest!

More about this role

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OTHER INFORMATION

Minimum age 18

Shop based

LOCATION

12a George St, Bath, Bath and North East Somerset, BA1 2EH, United Kingdom

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What happens next?

After you apply, the manager will ask you to come in for an initial chat. This is not an interview, just a chance to get an idea of what you'd like to do help out. From there, you can meet the rest of the volunteer team and get involved with whatever area of the shop takes your interest!

Why we want you

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You have the time to become a volunteer in your community; you might be looking for work experience, the opportunity to meet new people, or keep active.

By volunteering with us in one of our amazing Book and Music Shops you will be raising essential funds for Oxfam – all whilst learning new skills and meeting some incredible people.

What you will be doing

• Undertaking shop related tasks agreed with the Manager, for example:
• Selecting, sorting, and pricing donated stock.
• Researching valuable, rare and antiquated stock.
• Chatting to customers, giving great service on the till.
• Visual merchandising: creating eye-catching window and in-store displays.
• Photographing and listing items for the online shop.
• This role may include occasionally lifting boxes. We prioritise a safe working environment and provide comprehensive health and safety training to all volunteers.

The skills you need

• We ask that you are reliable and on time for your volunteering.
• Full training and support is given for this role - no prior experience is required.
• Happy to be part of a team and collaborate effectively with others.
• Knowledge and interest in books or music.

What's in it for you

• Some lunch and travel costs paid (speak to the Manager first to understand what is covered).
• Access to training and development.
• Grow your confidence and meet new people.
• Flexible volunteering schedules that fit your lifestyle.
• Free confidential support by the Retail Trust.
• Possible references for future employers.

Volunteer with Oxfam – Your Time Powers Change

Join the Fight for a Fairer World

Oxfam is a global movement working to tackle poverty and inequality. Our volunteers are at the heart of everything we do, helping to create positive change both locally and globally. Whether you can give a few hours a week or want to develop new skills and experience, there's a place for you at Oxfam.

Why Volunteer with Oxfam?

✅ Gain valuable skills and work experience
✅ Boost your CV and confidence
✅ Meet new people and become part of a friendly team
✅ Support sustainable fashion and reduce waste
✅ Help raise funds that support Oxfam's vital work around the world
✅ Flexible opportunities to fit around work, study, family, and other commitments

Volunteer Opportunities Available

· Retail Shop Volunteer

· Till Volunteer

· Stock Room Volunteer

· E-commerce Volunteer

· Bookshop and Music Shop Volunteer

· Social Media Volunteer

· Lead Volunteer Roles

· Festival Volunteer Opportunities

· Office-Based Volunteer Roles

Whatever your skills, interests, or experience level, there is a role for everyone. Full training and support are provided.

Who Can Volunteer?

· Anyone aged 14+ can volunteer in many Oxfam shop roles.

· No previous experience is required.

· Oxfam welcomes people from all backgrounds and walks of life.

Make a Difference

Every volunteer shift helps raise vital funds and supports Oxfam's work tackling poverty, responding to emergencies, and campaigning for a fairer future. Oxfam volunteers help build stronger communities while developing their own skills and confidence.

Interested?

Come and chat with us today to find out more about volunteering opportunities in your local area, or apply online:

Volunteer with Oxfam – Think Global, Volunteer Local.

Help turn great items into great sales

Bring products to life through the lens!

As an Online Shop Photography Volunteer, you'll volunteer onsite creating clear, attractive images that help customers feel confident buying online. Your photos play a key role in turning donated items into sales, helping raise funds for Oxfam's life-saving work - whether that's responding to emergencies, supporting livelihoods, or campaigning for a fairer world.

If you enjoy photography, styling, or have a great eye for detail, this is a creative way to use your skills for a powerful cause.

Here's why Oxfam is the perfect opportunity for you

Be a Second-hand Superhero

Bring donated items to life through great photography that helps them sell.

Increase Your Skills

Develop photography, styling and digital skills that you can add to your CV.

Find Your Community

Volunteer alongside a passionate team making a real difference.

Flexibility

Volunteer around your schedule - every hour helps.

A Role That Works for You

This role may suit someone who enjoys creative, focused tasks and has an eye for detail. It offers the opportunity to volunteer independently while following clear processes, helping to create consistent, high-quality images that showcase donated items at their best.

Someone who enjoys photography, styling, composition, or takes pride in presenting things well could really thrive in this role.

Oxfam isn't just another charity shop. We're a movement of passionate individuals working to create a fairer world, and we'd love you to be a part of it!

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After you apply, the manager will ask you to come in for an initial chat.

This is not an interview - just a chance to learn more about the role and discuss what you'd like to do.

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· Visit villages, urban communities, and schools

· Interact with families, women, and children

· Understand local health practices, challenges, and needs

· Support ongoing community health programs

Hygiene Awareness Campaigns

· Conduct awareness sessions on:

o Personal hygiene (menstrual hygiene , handwashing, cleanliness)

o Sanitation practices

o Safe drinking water and hygiene habits

· Use creative methods like posters, demonstrations, and group activities

Basic Health Education

· Assist in delivering sessions on:

o Menstrual hygiene .

o Preventive healthcare

o Nutrition and balanced diet

o Common diseases and basic prevention methods

· Support local team in simplifying health messages for communities

School Health Programs

· Organize interactive sessions in schools on:

o Hygiene practices for children

o Importance of cleanliness and health

· Conduct activities such as:

o Games and quizzes

o Awareness discussions

o Health-focused storytelling

Women’s Health & Menstrual Hygiene Awareness

· Support workshops on:

o Menstrual hygiene management

o Breaking myths and stigma

o Importance of hygiene and health for women

· Assist in distributing educational materials

Research & Data Collection

· Conduct basic surveys and collect community feedback

· Observe and document hygiene practices and health awareness levels

· Assist in preparing reports and case studies

Campaign Design & Creative Outreach

· Help design:

o Awareness posters

o Educational materials

o Social media campaigns

· Participate in community awareness drives and local events

Community Interaction & Behaviour Change Communication

· Engage in conversations with community members

· Promote positive behaviour change related to hygiene and health

· Learn how communication strategies influence public health outcomes

Documentation & Storytelling

· Document field experiences through:

o Photography

o Blogs

o Video storytelling

· Share impact stories and community voices