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Volunteer – International Legal & Governance Officer

Organisation: Universe of Life Organization (ULO)

Location: Remote

Commitment: Approximately 5–8 hours per week

Position type: Voluntary, unpaid

About Universe of Life Organization (ULO)

Universe of Life Organization (ULO) is a nonprofit organisation founded in Cameroon in 2017. We are committed to serving vulnerable communities through humanitarian action, community development, and initiatives that promote the dignity, resilience and empowerment of women and children.

Through our programmes, we aim to strengthen the resilience and empowerment of vulnerable communities. Our flagship programme in Bafoussam, Cameroon, focuses on supporting vulnerable women and children through a 12-month pilot initiative.

As ULO continues to develop its activities internationally, the organisation is working towards establishing its presence in the United Kingdom, with a particular focus on London.

Our motto is: Serving humanity with love, dignity and solidarity.

About the role

ULO is seeking a motivated, organised and detail-oriented Volunteer – International Legal & Governance Officer to support the organisation’s constitutional development, governance framework and planned establishment in the United Kingdom.

This role will play an important part in ULO’s international development by supporting the preparation and review of constitutional documents for the organisation’s proposed establishment in London, while also reviewing the existing constitution and related constitutional documents of ULO International.

The successful candidate will conduct legal and regulatory research, review organisational documents, identify areas requiring clarification or amendment, and provide recommendations to strengthen ULO’s governance structures, accountability and internal procedures.

Working closely with ULO’s Founder and leadership team, the volunteer will contribute to laying a sound documentary and governance foundation for the organisation’s next stage of development.

This is a fully remote voluntary position suitable for someone with a background or strong interest in law, constitutional drafting, charity governance, compliance or nonprofit organisational development.

Key responsibilities

1. UK establishment and constitutional documentation

- Research the legal and organisational requirements relevant to ULO’s planned establishment in the United Kingdom, particularly in London.

- Support the preparation and drafting of constitutional documents for the proposed UK organisation, taking into account the legal structure selected by ULO.

- Identify the documents, policies and governance arrangements that may be required for the proposed establishment.

- Provide research-based recommendations on the appropriate governance structure and constitutional provisions.

- Assist ULO’s leadership in preparing and organising the documentation needed for the next stages of establishment.

2. Review of ULO International’s constitution

- Review ULO International’s existing constitution and related constitutional documents.

- Identify provisions that may require clarification, updating or improvement.

- Recommend amendments to improve clarity, consistency, accountability and organisational effectiveness.

- Review the alignment between the constitution, the organisation’s objectives, its governance arrangements and its current development needs.

- Help organise revised drafts and document proposed amendments for consideration by ULO’s leadership.

3. Legal and regulatory research

- Research relevant UK legal and regulatory frameworks applicable to the proposed organisational structure and planned activities.

- Identify key requirements and considerations relating to nonprofit establishment and governance.

- Prepare clear summaries of relevant legal and regulatory information for internal use.

- Highlight potential governance or compliance issues and recommend when specialist professional advice may be necessary.

4. Governance and internal policies

- Support the development and review of governance policies, internal procedures and organisational guidelines.

- Assist with preparing or reviewing documents such as codes of conduct, conflict-of-interest policies, confidentiality policies and internal accountability procedures, where appropriate.

- Recommend practical measures to strengthen transparency, accountability and responsible decision-making.

- Help ensure that constitutional documents and internal policies are consistent with ULO’s mission, objectives and organisational structure.

5. Documentation and collaboration

- Maintain organised records of constitutional documents, policy drafts, proposed amendments and research findings.

- Prepare written reports and recommendations for the Founder and leadership team.

- Work collaboratively with relevant volunteers and team members on governance-related projects.

- Support the development of clear, consistent and professional organisational documentation.

Essential skills and experience

- A background, qualification or strong interest in law, legal research, constitutional drafting, charity governance, compliance or nonprofit management.

- Strong analytical, research and written communication skills.

- Excellent attention to detail and the ability to review complex documents.

- Good written English.

- The ability to work independently, manage priorities and meet agreed deadlines.

- A responsible and ethical approach to handling confidential organisational information.

- Good communication skills and the ability to collaborate remotely with an international team.

Experience in UK charity law, company formation, constitutional documentation, nonprofit governance or international development would be an advantage. French language skills would also be beneficial.

ULO welcomes applications from suitably skilled students, graduates, early-career professionals and experienced volunteers who are interested in contributing to international nonprofit governance.

What you will gain

- Practical experience supporting an international nonprofit organisation’s planned establishment in the UK.

- Experience reviewing constitutional documents and contributing to governance development.

- The opportunity to work directly with ULO’s Founder and leadership team.

- Exposure to legal and regulatory research relating to nonprofit structures and governance.

- An opportunity to contribute to the development of an organisation committed to humanitarian action and community empowerment.

- The satisfaction of using your skills to support initiatives benefiting vulnerable women, children and communities.

Time commitment and working arrangements

- Location: Fully remote.

- Commitment: Approximately 5–8 hours per week.

- Position type: Voluntary and unpaid.

- Working arrangements: Flexible, with tasks and deadlines agreed with ULO’s leadership.

The volunteer will provide research, drafting support and recommendations. Final decisions concerning constitutional amendments, the choice of legal structure and formal submissions will remain with ULO’s authorised leadership.

Where formal legal advice, specialist professional services or regulated activities are required, appropriately qualified professionals will be consulted.

How to apply

Interested candidates should send their CV or LinkedIn profile, a short introduction explaining their interest in the role, relevant experience and availability.

Please use the subject line: Volunteer – International Legal & Governance Officer Application.

ULO welcomes applications from individuals who are passionate about good governance, transparency, accountability and the development of international humanitarian organisations.

Please note that this is an unpaid voluntary position and does not guarantee future paid employment.

Our motto: Serving humanity with love, dignity and solidarity.