Virtual Volunteer Program

Join a Dynamic Virtual Volunteer Team

The Nanubhai Education Foundation (501c3), founded in 2004, is dedicated to improving education in India's rural public schools. We work to encourage both teachers and students to achieve excellence in the classroom, and to use their enhanced English skills to fully participate in India's ever-growing economy. Without strong English language instruction, even the most dedicated students cannot gain access to jobs available to their urban, English-speaking counterparts.

By working with and mentoring young public school teachers, we are able to empower them to become more effective educators. We also conduct area-wide trainings to reach more experienced teachers, and partner with schools, NGOs, and social enterprise groups across India to stay on the cutting edge of transformative educational practices.

About the Virtual Volunteer Program

The Nanubhai Virtual Volunteer Program is an opportunity to gain experience working with senior staff members at an innovative, grassroots NGO. We welcome passionate, motivated individuals interested in improving rural education and providing access to new opportunities for India's students. Virtual Volunteers work closely with senior staff based in India to energize and build our base of supporters by raising awareness, spreading our message of educational equity and connecting donors to fundraising opportunities. We are in a period of tremendous growth and Virtual Volunteers are the backbone of our organization. Outstanding volunteers are eligible to be considered for future internship placement and other opportunities for advancement within our organization.

We are currently accepting applications for the Virtual Volunteer Program.

The final deadline is February 28th 2013.

See below for details.

History and Impact

The Nanubhai Education Foundation is passionately committed to transforming public education in rural India. Since 2004, we have worked in largely tribal regions in southern Gujarat.

In the Bardoli taluka, our base of operations, approximately 25% of the population lives below the poverty line, and 34.2% of the population is illiterate. In the past decade, the Indian school system has made great strides. Fully 98% of school-age children in Gujarat have access to primary education. Nanubhai's mission is to improve the quality of that education.

We partner with committed schools, principals, teachers, and NGOs in order to improve classroom instruction and inspire students to excel. By focusing on quality English language instruction, we prepare our students to participate in India's rapidly globalizing economy.

Growth and Culture

Nanubhai is a fast-growing organization with an entrepreneurial spirit. We welcome initiative, creative solutions, new ideas and a roll-your-sleeves-up attitude. Our goal is to provide all employees with opportunities to learn and grow as professionals. In return, we ask team members to participate in, challenge and advance our goals through their hard work and unfailing dedication to our mission.

Position

Virtual Volunteers will have an opportunity to become involved with a variety of projects and assist senior staff in various ways. Through these experiences, they will advance professionally and gain the knowledge to become informed advocates for educational change in India and valuable assets to NGOs. They will gain extensive experience in outreach, networking, awareness-building, strategic social media functions, blogging, developing fundraising campaigns, etc. Dates

The Virtual Volunteer Program is a 6-month commitment. During this time, you will work on a variety of initiatives for Nanubhai and get a behind-the-scenes look at how grassroots NGOs function. During the 6 months, we ask that you give an average of 3-5 hours per week. We currently have a very exciting initiative that we need immediate partnership on, so you will immediately get expose and experience!

Responsibilities

Outreach and Awareness-Building

• Conduct outreach campaigns to raise awareness about our programs, initiatives and upcoming events
• Use social media, email campaigns and other effective tactics to energize and engage existing and new donors
• Selected candidates will blog about their experiences in order to connect with our donors

Fundraising

• Work with senior staff members to communicate new fundraising opportunities to our existing donors
• Strategize and brainstorm innovative ways to conduct fundraising and connect with a more diverse pool of donors
• Maintain a donor database for future use
• Connect with donors and inform them about our programs, needs, and current iniatives

General

• Serve as a representative of Nanubhai whenever necessary which could include: attending events on behalf of the organization, or speaking to media or press outlets.

Qualifications

Education

• Bachelor's degree (or current candidate) with a strong academic track record or equal experience in a relevant role

Skills

• Excellent people skills and an outgoing personality
• Professionalism
• Ability to effectively use social media
• Ability to effectively use googledocs, Microsoft Office Suite
• Ability to meet deadlines and manage multiple priorities
• Advanced communication skills
• Positive, "can-do" attitude
• Candidates with skills and experience developing marketing materials and doing design are highly competitive

Moreover, all NEF candidates will have a/an

• Deep commitment to the values of NEF and passions for students, improving education, and closing the achievement gap in India
• Demonstrated record as both a team player and a self-starter, including exceptional organization and time management skills; a demonstrated ability to design a work plan, prioritize and meet goals; grace under pressure and an innovative spirit
• Desire to learn, grow and advance on a dynamic team
• Ability to work non-traditional hours, including weekday evenings and some weekends when required to meet deadlines or participate in new campaigns

Benefits and Salary

• This position is unpaid
• High-performing and dedicated team members will receive a complimentary ticket to our Annual Gala, held in New York City in the Spring. You will be recognized on stage and have a unique opportunity to meet our most ardent supporters in a stunning venue with delicious Indian food and cultural performances
• Successful candidates will gain invaluable career-building experience, valuable connections in the NGO world and an experience of a lifetime working on a dynamic team
• Opportunities for advancement within the organization are readily available to outstanding volunteers

NEF is an equal opportunity employer.