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Apply to join the 2024-25 ONE Champions programme in Africa. This two-year volunteer programme is ideal for young people aged 18-35 years old, who are passionate about doing more to end extreme poverty and preventable diseases everywhere, want to develop skills in advocacy and understanding of development finance, and are keen to join a global network of people speaking out for global justice.
Opportunity Details
Eligible Countries: Nigeria, Senegal, Kenya, Ethiopia, Tanzania, Rwanda, DRC, Ghana, South Africa, Zambia and Egypt.
This role is a great opportunity for anyone wanting to gain more experience in international development or who wants to develop their skills in bringing about change.
ONE has a network of Global Activists – in Africa, Europe and North America – fighting against extreme poverty and preventable diseases. In Africa, they are called ONE Champions, who are part of a two-year volunteer advocacy program. We’re looking for passionate campaigners to join the next cohort.
ONE will recruit, train, and support about 100 emerging leaders between 18-35 years of age who will Champion causes ONE supports at the grassroots, state, and county levels in their countries across Africa and internationally.
ONE advocates to unlock transformative finance for Africa by advocating for more resources, reforms and African representation. In Nigeria, 240 champions have been trained since 2016, 80 Champions in Senegal and Mali since 2019, and in Kenya and Ethiopia 60 Champions since June 2020. Through this program, ONE is able to identify people who share the same passion and dedication to improve their local communities and elevate their voices to global platforms.
ONE Champions will work closely with the Africa program team, led by the Africa Executive Director, and will work with their direction and support to come up with innovative and exciting ways to engage policymakers to secure policy changes and public investments to address poverty in their countries.
Application deadline: End of Sunday, 31 March 2024
Location: Online and offline in Africa. We only accept applications from African citizens residing in the African country they applied from for the duration of the programme.
Start date: May 2024
Compensation: Voluntary role with reasonable expenses paid when taking part in ONE activities
Time commitment: 2-4 hours per week
Age requirement: 18-35 year olds
This is a fantastic opportunity to impact your community, country and the world working with highly-visible, mission-driven ONE supporters in an incredible, supportive environment.
Sounds like you? Here’s what to expect:
In return, we offer:
● Being part of a group of over 100 Champions in Africa and a ONE Global Activists network of over 1,000 people across Europe, Africa and the US
● A written confirmation of service and certificate on completion of the programme
● Training and opportunities to develop skills and knowledge in advocacy for change, global politics, media, social media and policy
● Opportunity to represent ONE at events, conferences and trainings
● Opportunities to engage with policy and decision-makers
● Reimbursement of reasonable expenses when representing ONE and taking part in ONE organised activities
● A fantastic opportunity and network to make a significant impact in your community and the world working with a highly visible, mission-driven organisation in an incredible, supportive environment.
What we are looking for:
● A passion for our mission to end extreme poverty and an interest in international issues
● Interest in engaging policymakers on issues of relevance
● Willingness to attend a programme induction and training in person in May 2024
● Willingness to attend monthly meetings (online and/or offline)
● Great communication and teamwork skills, and an ability to build and maintain relationships
● A clear commitment to integrity
● A commitment to stay engaged with the ONE Campaign throughout the tenure and a willingness to dedicate some time to raise awareness and mobilise different people to support ONE’s initiatives.
To apply, please complete the form by the end of Sunday, 24th March 2024. We will only accept applications from African citizens currently residing in the eligible African countries they intend to serve for the duration of the programme. Applicants must be aged 18-35 years old.
Apply for ONE Champions programme