Call for application: 20 online volunteers Grant writing and fundraising

Grant Writing and Fundraising for Marine Pollution – Online Volunteer Opportunity

General Information

• Assignment Title: Grant Writing and Fundraising for Marine Pollution

• Location: Remote (Cameroon-based organization)

• Start Date: To be confirmed

• Duration: 12 weeks

• Time Commitment: 11–15 hours per week

• Number of Volunteers Needed: 20

• Hosting Organization: Association for Community Awareness (ASCOA)

• Assignment Type: Online

• Focus Area: Sustainable Development Goal 14 – Life Below Water

Organization Overview

Since its founding on November 3, 2011, the Association for Community Awareness (ASCOA) has worked to strengthen local community resilience across several critical areas, including:

• HIV/AIDS education and stigma reduction

• Peacebuilding and social cohesion

• Environmental conservation and climate change advocacy

• Support for children, women, and girls to promote equality and economic participation

ASCOA envisions a society free from discrimination, environmental degradation, and social exclusion—a world where communities are empowered, informed, and protected.

Project Context

ASCOA is currently developing a comprehensive five-year strategic plan aimed at combating marine pollution, specifically plastic waste and ocean debris. This initiative includes actionable goals and sustainable solutions to address one of today’s most pressing environmental challenges.

To support this mission, ASCOA seeks the assistance of online volunteers who can contribute their expertise in grant writing and fundraising. This project plays a critical role in building a cleaner, healthier marine ecosystem.

Note: Volunteers will not be required to contact donors or manage funds.

Volunteer Tasks

As a volunteer, your primary responsibilities will include:

• Conducting research on potential funding sources and grant opportunities

• Writing clear, compelling grant proposals aligned with ASCOA’s marine pollution strategy

• Contributing to crowdfunding campaign content, including storytelling and visual concepts

• Collaborating with ASCOA’s team to ensure alignment with organizational goals and impact metrics

Ideal Candidate Profile

We are looking for individuals with:

• Proven experience in successfully drafting and securing grants

• A strong understanding of fundraising principles and strategies

• Familiarity with environmental issues, particularly marine debris and plastic pollution

• Excellent writing skills for documenting project progress, outcomes, and impact in donor-friendly language

• A collaborative mindset to work with ASCOA’s team and contribute to long-term goals

Languages

• English, Level: Fluent, Required