Human Resources Volunteer || Volunteer Coordination Team

What if you could be part of making Africa great and change things for good. OpenGov Africa is a civic-tech STEM startup using open source technology, data, and community-driven innovation to reimagine governance, strengthen transparency, and empower citizen participation across Africa.

As a new startup, we are seeking a team of 5 dedicated Human Resources Volunteers to help build and manage the people side of OpenGov Africa from the scratch. As an HR Volunteer, you will play a critical role in supporting recruitment, onboarding, volunteer engagement, and fostering a culture of collaboration and inclusivity in our community.

This role is ideal for someone who is passionate about people, culture, and systems that help teams thrive.

Key Responsibilities

• Recruitment & Outreach: Assist in posting roles, screening applicants, and managing recruitment via platforms such as LinkedIn, Idealist, and VolunteerMatch.
• Onboarding & Orientation: Design and oversee onboarding processes for new volunteers to ensure smooth integration into the organization.
• Volunteer Engagement: Support strategies to keep volunteers motivated, engaged, and aligned with OpenGov Africa’s mission.
• HR Policies & Documentation: Help develop and document policies (e.g., Code of Conduct, diversity & inclusion practices).
• Conflict Resolution: Provide support in addressing volunteer concerns, promoting healthy communication and team well-being.
• Team Collaboration: Work closely with leadership, project managers, and the volunteer coordination team.

Qualifications

• Experience or strong interest in human resources, people operations, or volunteer management(prior nonprofit experience is a plus).
• Strong interpersonal and communication skills.
• Ability to manage multiple tasks in a remote environment.
• Passion for open governance, civic engagement, or social impact.
• Organized, proactive, and people-oriented.

Expected Requirements

• Time Commitment: Approx. 4-6 hours per week (flexible, remote).
• Commitment Period: Minimum 3 months preferred.
• Remote Work: Must have reliable internet access.

What We Offer

• Real Impact: Contribute to a fast-growing initiative shaping governance and accountability in Africa.
• Skill Development: Hands-on HR and volunteer management experience in a Pan-African, open governance nonprofit.
• Networking: Connect with changemakers, civic tech experts, policymakers, and open-source communities across Africa and globally.
• Recognition: Certificate of Contribution and recommendation letter (upon request) for active volunteers.
• Growth opportunity: Find out how contributors can become leaders at OpenGov Africa - (https://github.com/OpenGovAfrica/.github/blob/main/governance.md)

Why Join OpenGov Africa?

This is an opportunity to be part of a grassroots movement for open governance in Africa. Your HR expertise will help us attract and retain the right people, creating a strong foundation for the change we want to see-more accountable, transparent, and citizen-led governance across the continent.

How to Apply

If you are passionate about people and governance, we would love to have you on our team! Please apply by filling this form: (https://forms.gle/63BwMW3r7MxuJGYE6)

OpenGov Africa celebrates diversity and is committed to creating an inclusive environment for all volunteers.

Private Group Details:

• Group Size Range: 1 - 50+
• Event can be held virtually
• No Donation