Volunteer Opportunity – EU Support to Democratic Governance Programme (Nigeria)
Volunteer Opportunity – EU Support to Democratic Governance Programme (Nigeria)
Young Nigerians with a passion for democracy, governance, and civic engagement are invited to apply for a unique volunteer opportunity under the European Union-funded Support to Democratic Governance Programme (EUSDGN). This initiative is designed to strengthen democratic institutions, promote electoral transparency, and empower young citizens to actively participate in shaping Nigeria’s democratic future.
About the Programme
The programme focuses on advancing electoral integrity, civic participation, and inclusive governance across Nigeria. Through this volunteer scheme, participants will gain practical exposure to governance processes while contributing to impactful civic initiatives.
Role Overview
Selected volunteers will support programme activities across multiple areas, including planning and executing governance-related initiatives, engaging communities through voter education campaigns, and contributing to research and policy discussions. Volunteers will also play an active role in promoting youth participation in democratic processes.
Key Responsibilities
Volunteers will contribute to organizing democracy and governance events, supporting voter education and civic outreach campaigns, and developing research-based content on electoral governance. They will also assist in initiatives aimed at increasing youth political participation and awareness.
Eligibility Criteria
Applicants must be young Nigerians aged 18–35 years with a strong interest in democracy, elections, and governance. Ideal candidates should have backgrounds or interests in fields such as political science, law, public policy, civil society, or journalism. Strong communication skills, initiative, and a willingness to learn are essential.
Benefits and Opportunities
This volunteer programme offers more than just experience—it provides a pathway into the governance and development sector. Participants will gain hands-on experience in electoral and democratic processes, exposure to international development programming supported by the European Union, and access to networking opportunities with governance experts and civil society leaders.
Additionally, volunteers will benefit from capacity-building workshops, mentorship, and professional development opportunities that can support long-term career growth.
Application Process
Interested candidates are required to submit:
- An updated CV
- A short statement (maximum 300 words) explaining their motivation to volunteer
Applications should be sent via email with the subject line:
“Volunteer Application – Democratic Governance Programme.”
Apply via email:
To Apply: Send your CV and a short statement (max. 300 words) on why you want to volunteer to delegation-nigeria-eusdgn@eeas.europa.eu, with the subject line: “Volunteer Application – Democratic Governance Programme.” Application Deadline: 31/05/2026.
