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Volunteer With Us

Give your time, skills or voice to help build an AI-literate Africa.

AI 101 Academy NPC is building a continent-wide movement for practical, responsible AI and digital-skills education. We welcome people who want to contribute their experience, networks, creativity or time to this mission. You do not need to be an AI expert. Whether your background is in education, technology, research, leadership, communications, community development, business or another field, there may be a meaningful role for you. Choose a role below to open a pre-written application email. Add your details, a short bio and why you would like to contribute, then send it to us.

Volunteer Roles

Find a role that fits your strengths.

From a few hours each month to an ongoing leadership commitment, every contribution helps bring practical AI learning within reach of more Africans.

Board Member

Provide strategic governance, oversight and guidance to support the Academy’s mission, integrity and long-term impact.

Commitment: Periodic board meetings and strategic input.

Board appointments are subject to the NPC’s governance requirements, due diligence and formal Board approval.

Express Interest in Board Service

Teacher / Educator

Deliver practical AI and digital-skills sessions in schools, colleges, communities or online learning environments.

Commitment: Flexible, from one-off sessions to programme cohorts.
Apply as an Educator

Ambassador

Champion AI education in your community, workplace, network or institution. Help raise awareness, connect people to opportunities and grow the movement.

Commitment: Ongoing, at a pace that suits your availability.
Apply as an Ambassador

Country Lead

Support the Academy’s growth in your country by building local partnerships, coordinating opportunities and representing the mission.

Commitment: Significant ongoing leadership role.
Apply as a Country Lead

Chapter Director

Help establish and lead a local AI 101 Academy chapter in your city, province or region, coordinating training, events and community engagement.

Commitment: Significant ongoing local leadership role.
Apply as a Chapter Director

Mentor

Guide learners as they build AI skills, explore career paths, develop projects or grow early-stage business ideas.

Commitment: A few hours per month, depending on learner and programme needs.
Apply as a Mentor

Researcher

Contribute to AI education research, curriculum development, impact measurement, policy insight or thought leadership.

Commitment: Project-based and flexible.
Apply as a Researcher

Trainer / Facilitator

Lead workshops, learning cohorts and professional-development sessions for learners, educators, entrepreneurs or community groups.

Commitment: Per workshop or programme cycle.
Apply as a Trainer / Facilitator

Speaker

Share practical insights at events, webinars, schools, conferences and community sessions on AI, digital skills and inclusive innovation.

Commitment: Occasional, per event.
Apply as a Speaker

Technology Partner

Contribute technical expertise, platforms, software, cloud resources, devices, connectivity or infrastructure that supports programme delivery.

Commitment: Project-based or ongoing.
Become a Technology Partner

Content Contributor

Help create accessible learning materials, articles, videos, toolkits, case studies or digital resources that make AI easier to understand and use responsibly.

Commitment: Flexible and project-based.
Apply as a Content Contributor

Partnership Builder

Help identify and develop relationships with schools, communities, funders, companies, institutions and organisations aligned with our mission.

Commitment: Ongoing and relationship-driven.
Apply as a Partnership Builder
Why Volunteer With Us

Be part of a continental mission with practical impact.

Volunteering with AI 101 Academy NPC means helping people gain the knowledge, confidence and opportunity to participate in an AI-driven world.

As part of our volunteer community, you can:

  • Contribute directly to learners, educators and communities
  • Grow your professional network across Africa
  • Develop leadership, facilitation, mentoring and AI-related skills
  • Share your expertise through meaningful, purpose-led work
  • Receive recognition for your contribution to the Academy’s mission
  • Join a movement working towards empowering 5 million Africans with practical AI and digital skills by 2036
How to Apply

Taking the first step is simple.

Click the application button for the role that interests you. A pre-written email will open with the relevant subject line and prompts.

Please include:

  • Your full name and location
  • The role you are applying for
  • A short professional or personal bio
  • Relevant experience, skills or networks
  • Why you want to contribute
  • Your expected availability
  • Your LinkedIn profile, CV or portfolio, if available

We will review applications as opportunities and programme needs arise.

Join the Movement

Together, we can build an AI-literate Africa.

Whether you volunteer your skills, mentor a learner, help build a partnership or bring AI learning to your community, your contribution matters. Every person who joins strengthens Vision 2036: our commitment to empower 5 million Africans with practical AI and digital skills by 2036.