Volunteer Grant Writer & International Partnerships Officer — Remote, Worldwide

Make a Difference from Anywhere in the World — Help Us Turn Hope into Opportunity!

About Afoni Children of Hope Foundation (ACOHOF)

Afoni Children of Hope Foundation (ACOHOF) is a grassroots, nonprofit humanitarian and development organization established in Cameroon in 2008 and officially registered in 2010. Guided by our motto, “Hope for the Underprivileged,” we are committed to improving the lives of disadvantaged children, orphans, internally displaced persons (IDPs), women and girls, persons with disabilities, and underserved rural communities.

Our work focuses on education, technical and vocational training, sustainable agriculture, entrepreneurship, child protection, women's empowerment, humanitarian assistance, clean water and sanitation, renewable energy, disability inclusion, human rights, and community development.

ACOHOF operates the ACOHOF Family Farm School and the ACOHOF Bilingual Technical Vocational College of Agriculture and Entrepreneurship (ATVOCAE) in Bankim, Cameroon. We are also pursuing initiatives for displaced and vulnerable young people in Bafoussam, the rehabilitation of ACOHOF Community Radio FM 98.5, and inclusive support for persons with disabilities.

As a resource-constrained, community-based organization, we depend on partnerships, donors, and dedicated volunteers to help transform our vision into lasting impact.

About the Volunteer Position

We are seeking motivated, resourceful, and committed Volunteer Grant Writers and International Partnerships Officers to join our growing international volunteer network.

This fully remote opportunity is designed for individuals passionate about nonprofit development, humanitarian action, education, poverty reduction, fundraising, and international cooperation.

You will collaborate with ACOHOF's leadership and programme teams to identify funding opportunities, develop persuasive proposals, strengthen donor relationships, and mobilize resources for projects that directly benefit vulnerable communities in Cameroon.

Key Responsibilities

• Grant Research and Identification: Research international foundations, development agencies, corporate giving programmes, and other potential donors offering funding to eligible grassroots organizations in Cameroon.
• Proposal Development: Draft, review, and strengthen grant applications, concept notes, letters of inquiry, project narratives, and funding proposals.
• International Partnerships: Identify and approach potential international nonprofit organizations, educational institutions, philanthropic foundations, businesses, and technical partners.
• Fundraising and Resource Mobilization: Contribute to practical fundraising strategies, campaigns, and resource mobilization initiatives.
• Project Planning and Budgeting: Assist in preparing realistic project budgets, implementation plans, logical frameworks, monitoring indicators, and supporting documentation.
• Donor Communication: Help prepare professional partnership letters, organizational profiles, presentations, and donor correspondence.
• Funding Opportunity Tracking: Maintain an organized database of prospective donors, application deadlines, eligibility requirements, submissions, and follow-up actions.
• Team Collaboration: Participate in periodic virtual meetings to review progress and coordinate assignments with ACOHOF management.

Current Priority Projects

Volunteer contributions may support initiatives including:

• Improving educational infrastructure, teaching resources, vocational training, and agricultural learning facilities at ACOHOF's schools in Bankim.
• Providing solar energy, reliable electricity, and clean drinking water for vulnerable students and surrounding rural communities.
• Establishing a vocational training and youth empowerment centre for internally displaced and disadvantaged young people in Bafoussam.
• Supporting school fees, educational materials, and essential assistance for vulnerable children and IDPs.
• Rehabilitating ACOHOF Community Radio FM 98.5 to promote education, peacebuilding, community participation, and access to information.
• Promoting disability inclusion, women's economic empowerment, sustainable agriculture, entrepreneurship, and community resilience.

Qualifications and Skills

We welcome both experienced professionals and motivated emerging practitioners.

Preferred qualifications include:

• Experience or demonstrated interest in grant writing, nonprofit fundraising, international development, donor research, or partnership building.
• Strong research, analytical, communication, and persuasive writing skills.
• Good command of written and spoken English.
• Ability to develop clear proposals and present project ideas professionally.
• Familiarity with Microsoft Word, Excel, Google Workspace, and online collaboration tools.
• Strong organizational skills and the ability to meet agreed deadlines.
• Respect for cultural diversity, confidentiality, ethical fundraising practices, and safeguarding standards.

Knowledge of French, experience working with African grassroots organizations, and familiarity with institutional donors or philanthropic foundations are valuable advantages but are not mandatory.

Students, recent graduates, experienced professionals, retirees, and individuals seeking meaningful international volunteering experience are encouraged to apply.

Volunteer Commitment and Arrangements

• Location: Fully remote — applicants worldwide are welcome.
• Time commitment: Approximately 4–6 hours per week, with flexible working arrangements.
• Duration: Initial commitment of 3–6 months, with the possibility of extension by mutual agreement.
• Start date: As soon as selected.
• Positions available: 2–3 volunteers.
• Compensation: This is an unpaid volunteer opportunity.
• Supervision: Volunteers will work with designated ACOHOF leadership and project representatives through email and virtual meetings.

All official funding applications, partnership commitments, and external organizational communications require prior authorization from ACOHOF.

What You Will Gain

Volunteering with ACOHOF offers an opportunity to:

• Make a meaningful contribution to improving the lives of disadvantaged children, young people, and vulnerable communities.
• Gain practical experience in international development, fundraising, project design, and nonprofit management.
• Develop or strengthen professional grant-writing and donor engagement skills.
• Work collaboratively with a grassroots African nonprofit organization addressing real community challenges.
• Build international professional relationships and expand your knowledge of humanitarian and sustainable development initiatives.
• Receive acknowledgment of your contribution and, upon satisfactory completion, a certificate of volunteer service.

Most importantly, you will have the satisfaction of knowing that your expertise and commitment are helping a community-led organization develop opportunities for people who need them most.

How to Apply

• Interested candidates should apply through Idealist.org or send the following to afonin@acohof.org:

1. A brief CV or résumé outlining relevant skills and experience.
2. A short statement explaining why you would like to volunteer with ACOHOF.
3. Your preferred area of contribution and estimated weekly availability.
4. Any relevant grant-writing, fundraising, research, or partnership development experience (optional).

Shortlisted candidates may be invited to a virtual discussion before placement.

ACOHOF is committed to inclusion, equal opportunity, respect for human dignity, and the safeguarding of children and vulnerable individuals. We welcome volunteers from diverse professional, cultural, and geographic backgrounds.

Your skills can open doors. Your commitment can create opportunities. Your volunteer service can help change lives.

Join Afoni Children of Hope Foundation and become part of our mission to transform vulnerability into opportunity and build a more inclusive, sustainable future.

Website: https://www.acohof.org

Email: afonin@acohof.org

Organization: Afoni Children of Hope Foundation (ACOHOF), Cameroon