Volunteer Community Member

Company Description Action for Leadership, Policy, and Hope (ALPHO) Foundation is a policy, leadership, and sustainable development institution dedicated to building informed citizens, ethical leaders, and empowered communities across Africa. The organization focuses on making public policy accessible, promoting civic engagement, and strengthening leadership capacity through mentorship and training. ALPHO Foundation also drives economic empowerment by equipping youth and women with practical digital, professional, and entrepreneurial skills. Through partnerships with governments, civil society, development institutions, and the private sector, the Foundation advances people-centered and inclusive development. Headquartered in Port Harcourt, Rivers State, Nigeria, ALPHO invites individuals and partners to help shape the future of African governance and leadership.

Role Description The Volunteer Community Member role is a hybrid position based in Port Harcourt, with the flexibility to complete some tasks from home. In this role, the volunteer will support community outreach activities, help organize and participate in public policy and governance discussions, and contribute to civic engagement initiatives targeting youth, women, and underserved communities. Day-to-day responsibilities may include assisting with event coordination, documenting community feedback, supporting training and mentorship sessions, and helping manage digital communication channels. Volunteers will also collaborate with the ALPHO team to amplify the organization’s programs, provide input on community needs, and promote inclusive participation in sustainable development efforts. This is an unpaid volunteer role designed for individuals who are passionate about governance, leadership, and social impact.

Qualifications

• Strong interest in public policy, governance, leadership, and sustainable development, especially within African contexts.
• Ability to engage respectfully with diverse community members, including youth, women, and underserved groups, and to facilitate inclusive dialogue.
• Basic communication skills, including clear writing, active listening, and confident speaking in community and small-group settings.
• Organizational and coordination skills to support events, workshops, and meetings, both in-person and remotely.
• Comfort with using digital tools (e.g., email, basic office software, social media) to support outreach, documentation, and collaboration.
• Reliability, integrity, and a collaborative mindset, with the ability to follow through on commitments and work as part of a team.
• Residence in or regular access to Port Harcourt to participate in on-site activities; occasional evening or weekend availability may be required.
• Previous experience in community service, student leadership, civil society engagement, or advocacy is an advantage but not mandatory.
• Formal education in social sciences, development studies, public administration, or related fields is beneficial but not a requirement; motivated students and early-career professionals are encouraged to apply.