We get a lot of enquiries about volunteering opportunities, so here's an outline of the kind of placements we offer. You'll need to check the jobs section of the UNICEF UK website, or sign up for job alerts, to find out if UNICEF is currently recruiting for any of these positions. If vacancies are available, they'll be advertised under: Current voluntary opportunities at UNICEF UK.
Legacy Programme Volunteer
This role provides the opportunity to learn how a legacy programme fits into the work of a fundraising department. It'll give you experience of estate administration and give an insight into the structure of a large international organisation. Some training will be provided for this role.
New Media & Resources Volunteer
This role provides the opportunity to learn how to input data on our resource databases, to carry out research, answer enquires from members of the public and to write Information Sheets. The volunteer will also support resource enquires. Training will be provided for each aspect of this role. The volunteer may also be called on to help with general office duties.
Media Relations Volunteer Intern
In this role, you'll work under the direction of the Media Office Administrator in carrying out general administrative and support functions of the team. The volunteer will also work under the direction of Media Officers in support of specific team projects.
Trust Fundraising Volunteer
This position enables the volunteer to learn how a fundraising department works, to learn how grants are obtained from trusts and foundations, and to gain valuable experience working in an office. From time to time there will be an opportunity for the volunteer to attend lectures and events and to hear briefings by visiting UNICEF Field Officers.
Youth Voice Volunteer
Youth Voice is UNICEF UK's initiative to involve children and young people under the age of 18 in the organisation's work. The UNICEF Youth Voice programme includes road shows, fundraising and campaigning, a young people's advisory group, the Youth Voice website and various other initiatives. In this role, working under the direction of the Youth Officer, the volunteer will have the opportunity to work on a variety of projects and events, as well as gaining an insight into the workings of an international organisation.
Donor Development Volunteer
The Donor Development Team (DDT) is part of UNICEF UK's Fundraising Department which raises over £20 million annually for UNICEF's international work. In this role the volunteer would help with some of their projects and administration. The role would also provide the opportunity to learn how a fundraising department works, and give an insight into the structure of a large international organisation. Some training will be provided for this role.
Advocacy Team Volunteer
This role provides an exciting opportunity for someone looking to gain experience of lobbying and campaigns work in the international development sector. The volunteer would help deliver the Advocacy campaign objectives for children affected by HIV/AIDS in developing countries. The volunteer will also help the team as they continue to promote the rights of children in the UK, such as those involved in the juvenile justice system.