Volunteer Opportunities

Amref Health Africa was founded in 1957 and has since grown to become the largest African-based international health development organisation; currently implementing more than 180 programs, reaching more than 40 million people across 35 African countries; and a staff complement of over 2,000. Headquartered in Nairobi, Kenya, Amref Health Africa has offices in ten countries in Africa – Burkina Faso, Ethiopia, Guinea (Conakry), Kenya, Malawi, Senegal, South Sudan, Tanzania, Uganda and Zambia. An additional eleven advocacy and fundraising offices are located in Europe and North America.

Amref Health Africa is driven by its vision of ‘Lasting health change in Africa’ and its mission ‘To catalyze and drive community-led and people-centred health systems while addressing social determinants of health’. We believe that the power to transform Africa’s health lies within its communities, and therefore strive to ensure that health systems are not only functional but that communities are empowered to hold these systems accountable for the delivery of quality and affordable health care.

Are you passionate about creating lasting health change in Africa? Amref Health Africa is offering an exciting opportunity for individuals to volunteer within the organization and contribute to meaningful health initiatives that improve lives across the continent.

Location: This volunteer opportunity is available in any of Amref Health Africa’s country offices.

Why Volunteer?

Volunteering with Amref allows you to:

• Expand Your Impact – Support transformative health programs in communities.
• Enhance Your Career – Develop new skills and gain hands-on experience in the health and development sector.
• Foster Teamwork & Collaboration – Work alongside passionate professionals and experts.
• Make a Personal Difference – Contribute to a cause that aligns with your passion and expertise.

This opportunity is open to individuals who are eager to make a difference in the following areas:

• Public Health & Programs: Implementing and scaling impactful health interventions in communities.
• Health Systems Strengthening: Enhancing healthcare infrastructure, workforce, and service delivery.
• Climate & Health: Addressing the intersection of environmental changes and public health.
• Social Determinants of Health: Tackling underlying factors that influence health outcomes.
• Digital Health & Data: Leveraging technology and data-driven insights to improve healthcare access and delivery.
• Monitoring, Evaluation & Learning: Assessing program effectiveness, measuring impact, and driving continuous improvement.
• Research Development & Innovation: Advancing evidence-based solutions and emerging health technologies.
• Partnerships & External Affairs: Expanding impact through strategic collaborations and resource mobilization.
• Business Development: Identifying and pursuing growth opportunities, funding sources, and strategic initiatives.
• Fundraising: Securing financial support through grants, donor relations, and philanthropic efforts
• Advocacy & Policy: Influencing policies to promote healthcare access, equity, and sustainability.
• Communications: Elevating visibility, engagement, and storytelling to drive impact.
• ICT: Optimizing digital infrastructure and cybersecurity to support operations.
• People & Culture (HR): Strengthening our global workforce and fostering a purpose-driven culture.
• Finance & Operations: Driving transparency, efficiency, and long-term sustainability.

Ready to Make a Difference? We invite you to take the first step toward expanding your impact with Amref Health Africa. We look forward to working with you to drive lasting health change in Africa!

Kindly note that this is an unpaid volunteer opportunity, and no remuneration will be provided for participation

Volunteer positions are offered on an as-needed basis, depending on the availability of opportunities.