Virtual Volunteers
Working Remotely for Social Good
Virtual Volunteering is a great way for you to make an impact while allowing yourself to stay in the comfort of your own home.
Professionals doing good has had the fortune of already having had a few volunteers from various parts of the world who were able to donate their time and skills to a charity in Cambodia while staying at home, and we have learned what is necessary to make it a successful collaboration. However easy it may be from a logistics perspective, volunteering from home requires much more effort in ensuring the project runs smoothly. Here are our observations and advice for potential volunteers who are considering volunteering from home.
The ideal candidate needs to have prior working experience in the volunteer project they will help with and be able to dedicate at least 3 virtual volunteer hours a week for 12 consecutive weeks. Previous experience in working remotely or coordinating virtual teams is an advantage.
Requirements:
- Time Commitment: 3 virtual hours per week minimum
- Minimum 12 consecutive weeks
- 2 years work experience in the role
- Remote working tools knowledge (e.g. Skype, Google Drive, WhatsApp, Email )
- Good Level of English
- Start Dates: rolling Supportive technology:
- Computer or laptop
- Excellent wi-fi connectivity