Volunteer Digital Content & Communications Roles

About the role

Square One Eco Africa is building a purpose‑driven team to advance climate resilience and community‑led development across Kenya’s arid and semi‑arid regions. During the pre‑funding phase the organisation seeks passionate volunteers to shape its digital voice, support fundraising efforts, and strengthen public communications.

Key responsibilities

• Create and edit short‑form and long‑form videos for social media and campaign use.
• Design posters, infographics and other digital assets using Canva.
• Manage and grow social media platforms, coordinating content for the website and online channels.
• Research funding, grant and partnership opportunities, track deadlines and support proposal preparation.
• Draft press releases, impact stories and updates, and assist with media outreach.
• Document field activities, interviews and short clips when required.

Required profile

• Creative, proactive and visually driven.
• Organised, detail‑oriented and comfortable working independently.
• Interest in climate, community development and storytelling.
• Available for occasional field activities with prior planning.

Required skills

• Canva
• Video editing

What we offer

• Remote work with weekly online check‑ins and occasional in‑person engagements.
• Opportunity to learn across digital, fundraising and communications functions.
• Hands‑on experience supporting a climate‑focused non‑profit during its foundation stage.