Join now for 2024-25 ONE Champions Programme in Africa

ONE has a network of Global Activists – in Africa, Europe and North America – fighting against extreme poverty and preventable diseases. ONE will recruit, train, and support about 100 emerging leaders between 18-35 years of age who will Champion causes ONE supports at the grassroots, state, and county levels in their countries across Africa and internationally.

Through this program, ONE is able to identify people who share the same passion and dedication to improve their local communities and elevate their voices to global platforms.

ONE Champions will work closely with the Africa program team, led by the Africa Executive Director, and will work with their direction and support to come up with innovative and exciting ways to engage policymakers to secure policy changes and public investments to address poverty in their countries.

This is a fantastic opportunity to impact your community, country and the world working with highly-visible, mission-driven ONE supporters in an incredible, supportive environment.

In Return, They Offer

• Being part of a group of over 100 Champions in Africa and a ONE Global Activists network of over 1,000 people across Europe, Africa and the US
• A written confirmation of service and certificate on completion of the programme
• Training and opportunities to develop skills and knowledge in advocacy for change, global politics, media, social media and policy
• Opportunity to represent ONE at events, conferences and trainings
• Opportunities to engage with policy and decision-makers
• Reimbursement of reasonable expenses when representing ONE and taking part in ONE organised activities
• A fantastic opportunity and network to make a significant impact in your community and the world working with a highly visible, mission-driven organisation in an incredible, supportive environment

In This Role

ONE Champions will have access to a range of advocacy tools and activities and will receive support to design and develop their own action plans with the ONE team. They will be expected to deliver a range of actions, including but not limited to:

• Join online and in-person meetings and advocate with decision-makers
• Attend online and offline events and moments including trainings, monthly group calls, conferences and advocacy stunts
• Use social media to raise awareness and inspire change
• Develop analyses and write ups on key issues
• Identify strategic personalities to lobby in your constituency
• Partner with the ONE team to plan and deliver events and social media activities
• Writing articles for newspapers and blogs, and possibly appearing on radio or TV
• Encouraging your community and the broader public to take online and in-person actions

Eligible Countries: Nigeria, Senegal, Kenya, Ethiopia, Tanzania, Rwanda, DRC, Ghana, South Africa, Zambia and Egypt.

What they are looking for?

• A passion for the mission to end extreme poverty and an interest in international issues
• Interest in engaging policymakers on issues of relevance
• Willingness to attend a programme induction and training in person in May 2024
• Willingness to attend monthly meetings (online and/or offline)
• Great communication and teamwork skills, and an ability to build and maintain relationships
• A clear commitment to integrity
• A commitment to stay engaged with the ONE Campaign throughout the tenure and a willingness to dedicate some time to raise awareness and mobilise different people to support ONE’s initiatives.

For more information, visit ONE.