YAGYDI – GLOBAL CALL FOR SPECIALIZED VOLUNTEERS

Young and Gifted Youth Development Initiative (YAGYDI) is dedicated to empowering young people through education, skills development, and opportunities that unlock their potential. We're growing our team with passionate remote volunteers who want to make a real impact on youth empowerment.

If you have skills in web development, design, storytelling, fundraising, or digital marketing, join us in building a brighter future for the next generation.

WordPress Website Developer (Volunteer)

Please help us create and maintain a dynamic online platform to showcase our programs and reach more youth.

Key Responsibilities:

• Design, develop, customize, and optimize our WordPress site (themes, plugins, and integrations such as Elementor).
• Implement SEO, mobile responsiveness, security, and performance improvements.
• Collaborate on new features and ongoing maintenance.

Required Skills:

• Strong experience with WordPress, PHP, HTML/CSS/JavaScript.
• Familiarity with page builders (e.g., Elementor) and basic hosting.
• Bonus: Accessibility standards or nonprofit web experience.

Time Commitment: Flexible, 5–15 hours/week (fully remote).

Communication/Storytelling Officer (Volunteer)

Bring our youth success stories to life and inspire supporters through powerful narratives!

Key Responsibilities:

• Craft engaging content: newsletters, blog posts, impact stories, and campaigns.
• Develop storytelling strategies to highlight participant experiences.
• Support content for social media and PR efforts.

Required Skills:

• Exceptional writing, editing, and storytelling abilities.
• Experience in digital communications and content creation.
• Bonus: Video editing or nonprofit storytelling background.

Time Commitment: Flexible, 5–10 hours/week (fully remote).

Graphic Designer (Volunteer)

Be our brand guardian and create visuals that capture attention

The Role:

• Design eye-catching social media graphics, event flyers, workshop materials, and branding assets using Canva or Adobe tools.

The Benefit:

• Build a stunning design portfolio with real-world nonprofit projects and a client-like experience.

Time Commitment: Flexible, 5–10 hours/week (fully remote).

Grant Researcher & Writer (Volunteer)

Fuel our mission by securing resources for youth programs!

The Role:

• Research funding opportunities and grant sources relevant to youth development.
• Assist in drafting compelling grant proposals and applications.

The Benefit:

• Learn high-value skills in fundraising, grant writing, and nonprofit strategy.

Time Commitment: Flexible, 5–12 hours/week (fully remote).

Digital Impact Officer (Volunteer)

Grow our online presence and turn the Global Goals into viral content!

The Role:

• Manage and grow our Instagram, Facebook, X (Twitter), and LinkedIn accounts.
• Create and schedule engaging posts to build audience and awareness.

The Benefit:

• Gain hands-on experience running social media for a youth-focused organization.

Time Commitment: Flexible, 5–10 hours/week (fully remote).

How to Apply:

1. Send your resume/CV
2. A very short cover letter stating your motivation and the ROLE you are applying for.

Why Volunteer with YAGYDI?

• Gain hands-on experience in the nonprofit and development sector
• Work on real-world projects aligned with the UN SDGs
• Flexible, remote-friendly roles with global exposure
• Certificates of service and LinkedIn recommendations
• Opportunity to grow into leadership or paid roles
• Be part of a purpose-driven community across Africa and the diaspora

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