Volunteer Title: Communications and Fundraising Volunteer  

Location(s) where the role is to be performed: Remote US or UK, homebased 

Supervisor: Philanthropy Director          

Timings: 30 hours per week

Dates: June – August 2024

Background Checks Requirements: Standard checks

 

 

About Relief International.

Relief International (RI) is a leading non-profit organization working in 14 countries to relieve poverty, ensure well-being and advance dignity. We specialize in fragile settings, responding to natural disasters, humanitarian crises and chronic poverty.

 

Role summary.

Relief International, in collaboration with BBC StoryWorks and the WHO Foundation – have recently launched the ‘Healthier Together’ campaign.

The campaign features a series of films, animations and articles highlighting organizations and people across the world taking responsibility for global health.

Relief International is seeking an enthusiastic student or recent graduate to join the Communications and Fundraising department, to support with promoting the campaign across colleges and universities. 

This will involve promoting the work across universities and college campuses for speaking engagements, engaging with community groups to showcase photos from the BBC StoryWorks initiative in South Sudan, and cultivating relationships with schools of public health in the US and UK.

 

Tasks will include

• Assist in promoting Relief International's initiatives to college campuses to secure speaking opportunities.
• Collaborate with universities such as SOAS, to organize events and exhibitions showcasing photographs from our South Sudan initiative.
• Conduct research to identify and establish connections with schools of public health in the US and UK.
• Support in drafting communication materials such as press releases, social media posts, and newsletters.
• Assist in organizing fundraising events and campaigns.
• Provide general administrative support to the Communications and Fundraising team as needed.

 

Learning Objectives.

• To learn about the role of Philanthropy and Communications.
• To gain varied communications experience within the humanitarian sector.
• To build connections within the humanitarian sector and media industry, and develop engagement and networking skills.

 

Role Requirements.

• Currently enrolled in or recent graduate of a relevant undergraduate or graduate program (communications, international relations, public health, etc.)
• Strong communication skills, both written and verbal.
• Ability to work independently and collaboratively.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite and social media platforms.
• Interest in humanitarian work and international development.
• Prior experience in communications, fundraising, or event planning would be a bonus, but is not essential. 
   

RI Values.

Guided by the humanitarian principles of humanity, neutrality, impartiality, and independence, as well as “Do No Harm,” Relief International Values: 

We value:

• Integrity
• Adaptability
• Collaboration
• Inclusivity
• Sustainability 
   

How to apply.

To apply for this post, click on the “Apply” button in the job advert page.

• You will be asked to upload a CV and Cover Letter.  
• The cover letter should be upto a maximum of two pages, and explain why you are interested in this post with Relief International and how your skills and experience make you a good fit. 
   

As a humanitarian organization, Relief International is committed to the safeguarding of all those we come into contact with through our work. We are committed to the core humanitarian principles regarding prevention of sexual exploitation and abuse. Relief International expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment and uphold the values and behaviours outlined in the Code of Conduct.

Recruitment to all roles in Relief International include references, and other pre-appointment checks, which may include police and qualifications checks.