Volunteer Opportunity – Gender, Youth and Economic Empowerment at Rural Nurture Initiative (RNI)

Rural Nurture Initiative (RNI) is currently recruiting passionate and committed individuals to serve as Volunteers under its Gender, Youth and Economic Empowerment programme.

RNI is a Non-Governmental Organisation focused on providing social protection initiatives that promote inclusive and sustainable rural development in Nigeria and across Africa. Through strategic interventions, the organisation supports vulnerable populations, strengthens livelihoods, and advances equitable development.

This volunteer opportunity is ideal for individuals seeking meaningful community impact while building practical experience in development programming.

Volunteer Position

Role: Volunteer – Gender, Youth and Economic Empowerment
Organisation: Rural Nurture Initiative (RNI)
Duration: One (1) year (renewable based on commitment and performance)
Location: Nigeria (volunteers may operate within their state of residence)

About the Programme

The Gender, Youth and Economic Empowerment programme focuses on:

• Promoting gender equality and inclusion
• Supporting youth leadership and participation
• Strengthening livelihoods and income-generating opportunities
• Encouraging community-driven economic development initiatives

Volunteers will contribute to research, advocacy, programme implementation, and community engagement activities aimed at improving socio-economic outcomes.

Who Should Apply?

RNI seeks individuals who:

• Are passionate about youth development, gender equity, and economic empowerment
• Are willing to commit to a one-year volunteering term
• Demonstrate professionalism, integrity, and accountability
• Possess relevant academic qualifications or technical skills
• Are willing to participate in physical meetings and project activities when required

Applicants from all states in Nigeria are encouraged to apply.

Preferred Skills (Advantageous)

RNI prioritises volunteers with skills in:

• Research writing and data analysis
• Proposal and grant writing
• Programme planning and project logistics
• Accounting and financial management
• Graphic design and media production
• Content development and digital marketing
• Social media management
• Community mobilisation and youth engagement

Even if you do not have prior volunteering experience, your technical or professional skills may be valuable to the organisation.

Volunteer Responsibilities

Selected volunteers will be expected to:

• Support implementation of programme activities
• Participate in planning meetings and community engagements
• Contribute to research, documentation, and reporting
• Uphold the organisation’s code of conduct and ethical standards
• Work collaboratively with team members and leadership

Volunteers may also express interest in becoming an RNI Ambassador and leading project execution within their local communities.

Commitment Requirements

Applicants must:

• Commit to actively volunteering for a minimum of one year
• Remain accountable to the leadership of the organisation
• Maintain professionalism throughout the volunteering period
• Agree to purchase a customised RNI T-shirt (₦5,000) upon onboarding

The organisation reserves the right to terminate volunteer engagement in cases of misconduct, breach of terms, or misrepresentation.

How to Apply

Interested applicants should complete the official Volunteer Recruitment Form via the designated Google Form link provided by the organisation.

Applicants will be required to provide:

• Personal information
• Academic qualifications
• Residential address
• Skills and experience
• Responses to screening questions
• Agreement to volunteering terms

Ensure all submitted information is accurate and complete.

Important Notice

Applicants are advised not to share passwords or sensitive personal information when completing online forms. Always verify the authenticity of the application link before submission.

This opportunity provides valuable experience in gender advocacy, youth leadership development, and community-based economic empowerment programming.