Volunteer Role

UNCC Volunteer Requirements Checklist

(Applies to Kenya, Uganda & International Volunteers)

✅ 1. Personal Documentation

Valid national ID or passport
Recent passport-sized photo
Updated CV/resume
Cover letter or motivation statement
Copies of academic/professional certificates

✅ 2. Legal & Compliance

Signed Volunteer Agreement (includes duration, role, and code of conduct)
Police Clearance Certificate / Criminal Background Check
Signed Child Protection and Safeguarding Policy acknowledgement
Work permit or volunteer visa (for foreign volunteers in Uganda/Kenya)

✅ 3. Health & Safety

Proof of COVID-19 vaccination (where applicable)
Basic first aid training certificate (recommended)
Health insurance or emergency cover confirmation
Medical clearance (if required by host program)

✅ 4. Training & Orientation

Completion of UNCC Volunteer Orientation
Understanding of PSEAH (Protection from Sexual Exploitation, Abuse & Harassment)
Knowledge of organizational values and community engagement approach
Assigned supervisor and clear reporting structure

✅ 5. Commitment & Conduct

Pledge to uphold confidentiality, respect, and cultural sensitivity
Agreement to not displace paid staff
Agreement to serve without salary and understand volunteer status under local laws
Completion of role-specific training (if applicable)

VOLUNTEER VACANCY ANNOUNCEMENT

United Nationals Countryless Children (UNCC)
Position Title: Volunteer
Location: UNCC Program Sites, Uganda
Program Areas: Health, Livelihoods, Education, Emergency Shelter, Childmother Protection
Duration: 6–12 Months (Renewable)
Engagement Type: Unpaid Volunteer Role
Application Deadline: open
Start Date: open

ABOUT UNCC

UNCC is a humanitarian non-profit organization working to safeguard the rights and dignity of aged persons, persons with disabilities, refugees, child-mothers, and other marginalized communities. Our programs span across health care, education, food, shelter, legal aid, and livelihoods support.

VOLUNTEER RESPONSIBILITIES

Volunteers will support operations in one or more of the following areas:

Health: Assist with outreach, health education, and patient support at UNCC clinics.
Livelihoods: Support training, small business mentorship, or food program coordination.
Education: Facilitate basic education and literacy classes, especially for children and young mothers.
Childmother Support: Help run childmother sheds and emergency shelters, including coordination with police desks for child protection.
Advocacy & Social Services: Conduct risk assessments, support case follow-ups, and document human rights violations.

Volunteers will also:

Treat clients with dignity and respect.
Maintain strict confidentiality and adhere to safeguarding procedures.
Collaborate with multidisciplinary teams across programs.
Follow UNCC’s code of conduct and volunteer policy.

QUALIFICATIONS

Experience in humanitarian, health, education, or social work sectors.
Commitment to the rights of refugees, aged persons, and vulnerable groups.
Ability to work with diverse populations and use interpreters as needed.
Strong sense of accountability, adaptability, and cultural sensitivity.

VOLUNTEER OBLIGATIONS (LEGAL & ETHICAL)

As per Uganda, Kenya, and international volunteer law, volunteers must:

Operate under a written agreement specifying their duties, rights, and limits of engagement.
Understand that this role does not constitute paid employment and offers no salary or labor entitlements.
Not displace paid staff or perform tasks beyond their qualifications or ethical scope.
Adhere to national laws on child protection, data privacy, and non-discrimination.
Report misconduct, abuse, or violations under PSEAH and protection laws.
Maintain professional integrity and accountability in all tasks.
Be willing to undergo risk assessments and safeguarding training.
Accept termination if involved in misconduct, breach of conduct, or endangerment of clients.