Be part of the growing movement of skilled volunteers lending their expertise to social entrepreneurs in low- and middle-income countries. S.E.V.A. Travelers (Skilled ۞ Experienced ۞ Volunteers ۞ Abroad) is seeking a college intern to help launch our new nonprofit organization. This is an unpaid volunteer position for now, but once we raise some funds we plan to convert to a paid stipend!
Responsibilities
· Help us to finish building the new website! (www.sevatravelers.org), with Google registration forms, pictures, etc.
· Create database of skilled volunteers and nonprofits in the Global South
· Research great nonprofits in popular tourist destinations in Asia, Latin America and Africa
· Help them to identify potential projects for pro-bono consultants
· Reach out to prospective skilled volunteers about the opportunity to be of service abroad
Qualifications
· Excellent verbal and written communication skills
· Attention to detail (ability to set up spreadsheets and trackers)
· Familiarity with website building templates (e.g. WordPress)
· Commitment to building NGO capacity and voluntourism in the developing world
· Experience with social media (design, marketing, posting) a plus!
In exchange for your volunteer services, you will have the opportunity to learn about fundraising, nonprofit management, and the social sector in low- and middle-income countries.
