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EDTEF

Volunteer

Share what you know. Change where a student goes.

Our volunteers are the heart of EDTEF. Professionals, alumni and students give their time and experience to help young people reach their dreams.

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Why volunteer

Give a little. Gain a lot.

Make a real difference

Directly shape a student's path and the future of their family.

Join a committed community

Work alongside volunteers, partners and scholars who share the mission.

Grow your skills

Mentoring, teaching, facilitation and leadership experience.

Flexible commitment

Remote and in-person roles that fit around your working life.

Volunteer roles

Find where you fit

Remote and in-person roles. Tell us what you are good at and how much time you have, and we will find the right match.

01

Scholar mentors

Encourage scholars, help them set goals and keep them motivated through senior secondary school.

  • Goal setting and motivation
  • Study habits and accountability
  • Subject and career guidance
02

Tutors and workshop leads

Run sessions that strengthen scholars in key subjects and prepare them for WAEC.

  • Subject tutoring
  • Exam preparation
  • Study skills workshops
03

Community outreach

Help us reach schools and families who don't yet know about the scholarship.

  • School visits
  • Awareness campaigns
  • Information sessions
04

Selection support

Help our team review applications and meet shortlisted students during the annual intake.

  • Application review
  • Shortlist conversations
  • Record keeping
05

Storytelling and operations

Share our scholars' journeys and strengthen the systems that keep our work running smoothly.

  • Writing, design and media
  • Program coordination
  • Tracking scholar progress

How to join

Three simple steps

We open calls for volunteers on this website. Apply during a call, meet the team, and get matched with scholars or a project.

  1. 1Apply during a call for volunteers
  2. 2Have a conversation with the team
  3. 3Get matched and start
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Ready to make a difference?

Calls for volunteers are announced on this website. Find the role that fits you and look out for the next one.

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