African Ancestry Link is offering a meaningful volunteer opportunity for people who love to stay organized and enjoy supporting a good cause. This Administrative Assistant (Volunteer) role is perfect for someone who wants to gain experience, support a growing nonprofit, and make a positive impact across Africa and the global African diaspora. Working remotely, you will help keep daily activities running smoothly while contributing to a mission that values community, heritage, and connection. This role is not just about tasks—it is about being part of something purposeful and rewarding.
Job Type: Part-time, Volunteer (Temp-to-hire)
Firm: African Ancestry Link
Location: Remote
Work Schedule: Flexible / As needed
Language: English
Job Overview
The Administrative Assistant (Volunteer) will provide essential administrative and organizational support to African Ancestry Link. This role supports daily operations, coordination, and communication, helping ensure smooth workflow across teams and initiatives. It is ideal for someone who is organized, dependable, and eager to support a growing nonprofit making impact across Africa and the diaspora.
Key Responsibilities
- Provide general administrative support to the leadership and project teams.
- Assist with scheduling meetings, managing calendars, and coordinating virtual calls.
- Support email communication, follow-ups, and basic correspondence.
- Help organize documents, files, and records (Google Drive, email, etc.).
- Assist with preparing simple reports, meeting notes, and task lists.
- Support coordination of events, webinars, or internal activities as needed.
- Track tasks, deadlines, and basic administrative workflows.
- Provide support to other teams when required.
Required Qualifications
- Basic administrative or office support experience (professional or volunteer).
- Strong organizational and time-management skills.
- Ability to communicate clearly in writing and verbally.
- Comfortable using basic tools such as email, Google Docs, and spreadsheets.
- Reliable, detail-oriented, and willing to learn.
Core Competencies
- Organization and attention to detail
- Communication and follow-up
- Time management
- Team support and collaboration
- Ability to handle multiple small tasks efficiently
Desirable Attributes
- Interest in nonprofit, community, health, or heritage-focused work.
- Previous volunteer experience is a plus but not required.
- Positive attitude, flexibility, and commitment to AAL’s mission.
This volunteer position is an excellent opportunity for individuals seeking to develop their administrative skills while making a positive impact in the community.
Job Types: Part-time, Temp-to-hire
Pay: $10.00 per month (volunteer)
Work Location: Remote