Nonprofit
Published 3/16/26 3:53AM

🌍 Volunteer Opportunity – References Team

Remote, Volunteer can be anywhere in the world
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  • Details

    Available Times:
    Weekdays (daytime, evenings), Weekends (daytime, evenings)
    Time Commitment:
    Part time (10-30 hrs/wk)
    Recurrence:
    Recurring
    Cause Areas:
    Children & Youth, Community Development, Education, Health & Medicine, Volunteering

    Description

    References Team

    International Humanity Foundation (IHF)

    The International Humanity Foundation (IHF) is a global non-profit organization dedicated to educating and empowering disadvantaged children and communities worldwide. With volunteers working across five continents, IHF promotes ethical leadership, cross-cultural collaboration, and sustainable development.

    We are currently seeking diligent and professional volunteers to join our References Team.

    🔹 Role Overview The References Team is the "Trust & Safety" unit of IHF. Your primary responsibility is to verify the backgrounds of international applicants by contacting their professional and personal references. You ensure that every individual joining our global centers meets our high standards of character and safety.

    Key Responsibilities:

    • Outreach: Contact professional, academic, and personal references via email or phone.
    • Verification: Ask standardized, insightful questions to confirm an applicant’s history, skills, and character.
    • Report Writing: Document feedback clearly and objectively for the HR Executive and Interview teams.
    • Confidentiality: Handle sensitive personal data with the highest level of privacy and ethics.
    • Integrity Checks: Identify any red flags or inconsistencies in an applicant’s background before they are cleared for onboarding.

    🔹 Ideal Candidate:

    • High level of professionalism and discretion.
    • Strong written and verbal communication skills.
    • Persistent and organized (following up until references respond).
    • Experience in HR, Law, Security, or Administration is an asset.
    • Committed to IHF's child protection and safety standards.

    🔹 Benefits of Volunteering with IHF:

    • Professional Vetting Skills: Gain specialized experience in HR background verification and risk assessment.
    • Global Perspective: Interact with employers and professors from various international industries.
    • Administrative Excellence: Master the follow-up process and documentation standards.
    • Recognition: Receive official certificates of service and recognition for your contribution to IHF's safety.

    📩 How to Apply: Send your CV/Resume and Cover Letter to: volunteer@ihfonline.org Please use the subject line: Application – References Team

    Help us build a safe, trusted, and elite global team.

    Location

    Remote
    Volunteer can be anywhere in the world
    Associated Location
    4311 Pavlov Ave. San Diego, CA, 92122, San Diego, CA 92122, United States

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