Volunteer
Volunteer with us
From fundraisers, trustees, accountants, web builders and more, volunteers give their time and expertise in all kinds of ways to help us.
Our volunteers give their time, passion and energy to help vulnerable children in Zambia change their future for good. The range of skills, experience and expertise volunteers can bring a small charity like ZOA is invaluable, making what we do have an even greater impact. And it doesn’t matter where you’re based as the roles we offer are usually home based.
Check out volunteer roles available below or for more information please contact Katy on 01223 901 006 or email her on katy@zoa.org.uk
In line with our ambition of encouraging sustainable communities, self-sufficiency and building skills locally, we employ Zambian staff and work with Zambian volunteers (usually our former students) rather than sending volunteers from the UK to Zambia.
But, if you’d like to get involved in the work of a small charity that makes a big difference, wherever you’re based in the world, we have plenty of opportunities to get involved remotely in our fundraising, communications and support work.
Communications & Digital Volunteer
Can You Create Inspiring Content & Help Grow Our Social Media?
The ideal candidate will have passion for all things digital and an interest in international development. We are seeking people who have good digital understanding, a flare for design and experience of creating social media content across a range of platforms. You will possess a positive attitude together with a proactive approach to problem solving. You will be home-based and have the freedom to set your own hours, so self-motivation is essential.
Volunteers support ZOA-UK’s communications and digital activities to increase the reach, profile and influence of the charity and build our brand as a leading charity supporting orphans and vulnerable children in Africa. The volunteers will support the small team to create a cohesive and effective approach to delivering our messages to target audiences, driving supporter engagement and donations, and raising awareness of the needs of orphans and vulnerable children in Zambia. This opportunity is open to people located both in and outside of the UK. To apply email your CV and cover letter to katy@zoa.org.uk
Become A Trustee
Bring Your Perspective, Shape Our Strategy, Change Lives
We are entering a pivotal period of transformation and need new voices to join our UK Board of Trustees and help guide our strategic path forward. As a Trustee, you won’t just oversee our governance, you will be a vital strategic anchor, helping us innovate, navigate challenges, and maximise our real-world impact. Joining the Board could help you gain:
- Strategic Leadership: Develop high-level governance and decision-making skills.
- Community Connection: Collaborate with a driven, passionate team from diverse professional and life backgrounds.
- Full Support & Mentorship: Receive a personalised induction, training, and a “trustee buddy” to guide your first few months
- Legal expertise, with particular experience of charity law;
- Fundraising, particularly securing large grants;
- Development, with an understanding of current trends in education and/or a focus on Sub-Saharan Africa;
- Finance and audit;
- Digital;
- Cyber security.
Our board reflects the richness and diversity of the communities we serve. We strongly encourage applications from young professionals, individuals who have lived through adverse childhood experiences, those with a connection to Zambia, and those who have never held a trustee position before.
This opportunity is only open to people who are living in the UK. If you think this might be for you please contact Katy to arrange an informal, no-obligation chat before you decide to apply by emailing katy@zoa.org.uk