Communications Assistant (Volunteer Role)

Position Title: Communications Assistant (Volunteer)

Reports To: Communications Manager

Commitment: 5–10 hours/week

Duration: 12 Months

Location: Remote

Role Summary

The Smile Outreach is seeking passionate Communications Support Volunteers to help amplify our mission and expand our digital footprint across Africa. This is an opportunity to build your communications portfolio while contributing to impactful storytelling that drives awareness around adolescent protection, menstrual equity, and youth empowerment.

As a Communications Support Volunteer, you will choose one support category that matches your skills and interests. You will work alongside our Communications Manager and Communications Associate to execute our 2026 communications strategy and campaigns.

We are recruiting multiple volunteers across all categories—whether you are a writer, designer, social media enthusiast, or data-driven thinker, there’s a place for you on this team.

Disclaimer

This is a volunteer role with a minimum commitment of 5–10 hours per week for a 12-month period.

Women are especially encouraged to apply, as we are a 90% women-led team creating pathways for women and girls across Africa.

What We Offer

• A vibrant and flexible creative environment with meaningful causes to amplify.
• Portfolio-worthy experience contributing to pan-African campaigns and advocacy work.
• Supportive mentorship and digital skill-building opportunities.
• Professional references and public recognition for top-performing volunteers.
• The opportunity to shape narratives that change minds, shift policies, and inspire action.

Full JD and application directions: https://tinyurl.com/tsocommsassistants

Applications are reviewed on a rolling basis. Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted.