Empower NGOs – Fundraising & Project Management

Join Empower NGOs in Arusha, Tanzania, a unique program for volunteers who want to strengthen grassroots impact through fundraising and project development.

Twiga Vision is a local NGO undergoing a complete organizational rebuild after losing its main sponsor. We're now reimagining our structure, strategies, and sustainability. As a volunteer, you’ll support proposal writing, donor research, budget planning, reporting, and development of new projects in areas like women’s empowerment, education, or child welfare.

You’ll work hand-in-hand with our Tanzanian team and help drive real, long-term change. This role is ideal for students or professionals in international development, nonprofit work, or project management.

Your Responsibilities

• Research potential donors and funding opportunities
• Prepare and submit funding proposals or grant applications
• Design and coordinate online or local fundraising campaigns
• Co-develop a mid-term growth plan with the team
• Assist with project planning, monitoring and donor reporting

Qualifications

We’re looking for volunteers with skills or experience in fundraising, project management or nonprofit development. Ideal profiles include:

• Grant writers, fundraisers, or development professionals
• Students in international development, project management, or NGO studies
• Self-starters eager to contribute ideas, tools and strategies
• Anyone with experience in donor relations, strategic planning or proposal writing

This is a great fit for people who enjoy autonomy, creative problem-solving and making a tangible impact alongside a passionate local team.

Important Details

• Location: Arusha, Tanzania
• Duration: Minimum 1 month
• Start: Year-round arrivals (flexible)
• Language: Basic English required
• Working schedule: Monday to Friday, ~9AM to 4PM (flexible)
• Orientation Day: Held the day after arrival

What We Offer

• Ongoing support and supervision by Twiga’s team
• Cultural immersion with host families or independent housing
• Weekday lunch included (other meals vary by housing choice)
• Optional Swahili lessons
• Airport pickup from Kilimanjaro International Airport (JRO)
• A structured, ethical framework — no voluntourism, no white saviorism

Costs

• One-time registration fee: $80 (includes airport pickup and orientation day)
• Weekly program fee: $15 (includes weekday lunch, support and project contribution)
• Accommodation options:
  • Host Family: $70/week (private room, towels, breakfast, dinner, lunch on weekends, drinking water)
  • Independent Housing: ~$110/week (meals and utilities included)

We’ll be happy to explain the cost structure in more detail and help you choose the best option based on your preferences and budget.