Volunteer With Us
Our work is powered by people who believe in it. Volunteers bring skills, time, and heart to everything we do, from field programmes to communications to research. We'd love to hear from you.
No active openings right now; expressions of interest welcomeBe Part of Something Bigger
Volunteering with YIF means contributing directly to work that matters, supporting communities, strengthening advocacy, and helping build programmes that create real change on the ground.
We welcome volunteers from all backgrounds and locations. Most of our volunteer opportunities are remote, though some roles may require in-person presence in Ghana. The kind of support you offer will shape what role is right for you.
We don't always have formal openings, but we keep a warm pipeline of interested volunteers. When opportunities arise, we reach out to people who have already expressed interest. Even if we're not actively recruiting, it's worth getting in touch.
"Change is built by people who show up, wherever they are."
Where You Can Contribute
Volunteer needs vary across our programmes and operations. Here are the main areas where we typically welcome support: specific roles and requirements differ depending on what's active at any given time.
Programme & Field Work
Supporting the delivery of our active programmes, from the Emergency Support Outreach Clinic to RAMO and community engagement activities.
Communications & Social Media
Creating content, managing social channels, drafting communications, and helping tell the stories of our work to the world, with care and intentionality.
Research & Documentation
Contributing to research efforts, documenting programme outcomes, supporting the JIBITI Archive, and assisting with policy and advocacy materials.
Admin & Operations
Helping keep things running, from administrative support and data management to coordination, logistics, and keeping our processes organised and efficient.
Current Openings
There are no active volunteer openings at this time. We update this section as opportunities arise; check back soon, or submit an expression of interest below so we can reach out when the right role comes up.
Express Your Interest
No active openings right now, but we'd love to hear from you. Send your CV and a written expression of interest. We review all submissions and keep them on file. When the right opportunity comes up, we reach out first to people who have already been in touch.
Send Your CV & Expression of Interest
Email us your CV (as a PDF) alongside a written expression of interest that addresses the points on the right. Your letter helps us understand who you are, what you bring, and where you'd like to contribute.
Send Your Application volunteer@youthinitiativef.org- Your name and current location
- Your professional background and key skills
- The area(s) you'd like to volunteer in
- Your availability: how many hours per week you can offer
- Any relevant experience or examples of previous work
- Whether you are open to in-person work in Ghana
- Why you want to volunteer with YIF specifically