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Director of Marketing

Remote, Volunteer can be anywhere in the world
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  • Details

    Available Times:
    Weekdays (daytime, evenings)
    Time Commitment:
    A few hours per week
    Commitment Details:
    This volunteer role requires approximately 5–10 hours per week, with flexible scheduling. The role is fully remote.
    Recurrence:
    Recurring
    Volunteers Needed:
    1
    Cause Areas:
    Health & Medicine

    Description

    Director of Marketing

    Volunteer Director of Marketing (Remote)

    Organization: Virtual Hospitals Africa

    Location: Remote / Global

    Commitment: Volunteer | Approximately 3-5 hours per week

    Start Date: As soon as possible

    The Opportunity

    Virtual Hospitals Africa is seeking a Volunteer Director of Marketing to help raise awareness, strengthen partnerships, and support fundraising efforts for this high-impact healthcare initiative.

    This is a strategic leadership role for someone passionate about global health, social innovation, and nonprofit growth.

    The Director of Marketing will guide the organization’s communications strategy, build our online presence, and help identify funding opportunities including grants and corporate partnerships.

    Key Responsibilities

    • Develop and oversee VHA’s marketing and communications strategy
    • Help create a GoFundMe campaign to raise $25k toward a medical pilot in late 2026
    • Lead social media campaigns to increase visibility and engagement
    • Edit video footage targeting LinkedIn, Youtube, and our personal site
    • Manage $10k/month nonprofit Google Ad spend
    • Identify and canvass grant opportunities, philanthropic donors, and CSR funding sources
    • Support donor communications and partnership materials
    • Manage VHA’s digital presence, including social media channels and newsletters
    • Promote VHA’s research collaborations, pilot programs, and public health initiatives
    • Develop compelling messaging that communicates the impact of telehealth in underserved communities.

    Skills & Experience

    We welcome candidates with experience in one or more of the following areas:

    • Video Editing
    • Social Media
    • Graphic Design

    Ideal candidates are self-motivated, collaborative, and excited to contribute to a growing social impact initiative.

    What You Will Gain

    • Leadership experience in a global health nonprofit.
    • Opportunity to contribute to expanding healthcare access across Africa.
    • Collaboration with health professionals, technologists, and international research partners.
    • Professional recognition and meaningful social impact experience.

    Commitment

    This volunteer role requires approximately 5 hours per week, with flexible scheduling. The role is fully remote.

    Location

    Remote
    Volunteer can be anywhere in the world
    Associated Location
    13 Gemini St, Sterpark, Polokwane, 0699, South Africa

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    Instructions:

    In your cover letter, we'd appreciate knowing:

    1. Why Virtual Hospitals Africa's mission of ensuring patients who need it can be seen by a doctor resonates with you
    2. How you envision yourself being able to help us achieve that mission in this role
    3. How you envision working with us can help you further your own goals and career
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