Spanda is currently searching for volunteers to help with a variety of tasks, from daily support to long-term volunteer internships. Internships are unpaid, but may be used to receive university credit.
Volunteer will have a hands-on learning experience in international relations and development NGO management.

The ideal candidate would be proficient in English and Dutch languages, French will be an asset.
There are a number of on-going volunteer opportunities in the areas of:
• Office-related
• Communication
• Development
• Copy Editor
• Volunteer Coordinator
• Virtual Volunteer
See specific following feeds.

To assist in a variety of administrative tasks for as-needed projects in our The Hague office. Primary duties can include, but not limited to filing, assisting in the preparation of mailings, copying, updating/managing contact database, archiving periodicals/publications, phone calls, and other office functions.
Requirements: Basic writing and knowledge of computer and data entry. Previous administrative/clerical support experience; and excellent organizational skills.
The ideal candidate would be proficient in Dutch and English languages, French will be an asset.

To support our programmes a variety of volunteers are needed. Based on experience, primary duties can include:
• Help develop ideas for raising funds to support programmes.
• Assist with research and cultivation of funding partners through foundations, corporations, government and individual donors.
• Assist with the planning and implementation of fundraising campaigns.
• Assist with identifying and applying for grants to support projects.
• Aid with special research projects
• Event planning/event assistance
Requirements: Strong writing skills; good interpersonal and communication skills to handle sensitive, confidential situations; public relations skills.
Volunteers are accepted year-round for any amount of time. The ideal candidate would be proficient in Dutch and English languages, French will be an asset.

Based on experience, primary duties can include:
•To assist Spanda Foundation staff with the editing and preparation of written materials for use in proposals, fundraising campaigns and organizational events.
•To search regularly for accurate information on crucial issues concerning Spanda’s areas of focus;
•To list links to be published on Spanda web site.
Requirements: Excellent written communication skills, copy editing and computer skills. Experience in edition on Internet, journalism, communications will be also an asset.
The hours are flexible, and you may even volunteer from home as there is limited office space. Individuals of all ages and experiences are encouraged to inquire, particularly those interested in Global Democracy and Human Rights, Conflict Resolution, Interfaith Dialogue, International Relations, Political Science, or Middle Eastern Studies.
Volunteer will have a hands-on learning experience in international relations and development NGO management.
The ideal candidate would be proficient in Dutch and English languages, French will be an asset.

The position of volunteer coordinator is like that of a human resource manager (HR) or a personnel officer in a private or public sector organisation.
Requirements: Conceptual, management and interpersonal skills, an ability to communicate, consult and negotiate; assisting in special projects and special events.
The ideal candidate would be proficient in Dutch and English languages, French will be an asset.

This virtual volunteer work can be completed from home, from a remote location anywhere abroad with a computer, internet connection, phone and/or fax.
Examples include grant writing, fund raising, translation, web design, online research, editing, graphic design.
Requirements: Regular access to Internet.
Volunteers are accepted year-round for any amount of time. Individuals of all ages and experiences are encouraged to inquire, particularly those interested in Global Democracy and Human Rights, Conflict Resolution, Interfaith Dialogue, International Relations, Political Science, or Middle Eastern Studies.
Volunteer will have a hands-on learning experience in international relations and development NGO management.
The ideal candidate would be proficient in Dutch and English languages, French will be an asset.