Key Skills

Job Description

This is an opportunity to work with an Ashoka Fellow Ashoka Fellows are leading social entrepreneurs that have been taken through a rigorous selection process, testing the quality of their ideas and character, to become part of the Ashoka Fellowship and Network. Ashoka Fellows take on the challenges of building innovative system change ideas to make and spread social impact in a world wrought with challenges. They refuse to let the ‘impossible’ stand in their way to creating a better world. This is an unpaid, volunteer opportunity About The Affiliated Organization Conserv Congo is building a locally led conservation model in which communities, government institutions, and Congolese professionals become the principal actors protecting biodiversity- shifting conservation from externally driven protection toward a system rooted in local leadership, justice, opportunity, and long-term ownership. For more information, please visit www.conservecongo.org Job Description Conserv Congo is launching a Volunteer Skills for Conservation Initiative to strengthen the systems, tools, communications, research, and professional capacity behind our conservation work in the Democratic Republic of Congo. The goal is to connect skilled professionals with practical challenges faced by a locally led conservation organizations working at the intersection of wildlife protection, wildlife-crime prevention, community engagement, education, sustainable development, and institutional strengthening. Each volunteer will work on clearly defined deliverables rather than simply providing general assistance. As our digital transformation and technology professional you will strengthen our digital systems by supporting: Database development and management; Digitalization of investigation and operational records; Data organization and visualization; Development or improvement of digital tools for field teams; Training staff on digital solutions. Your contribution is important because conservation organizations working on the frontlines often have strong field knowledge and local networks but limited access to specialized technical expertise. By contributing professional skills, you can help Conserv Congo build stronger systems, communicate its impact more effectively, improve decision-making, and develop solutions that can continue serving communities and conservation practitioners long after the volunteer assignment ends. Most importantly, you will be contributing to a broader vision: strengthening African-led conservation by helping Congolese professionals and communities develop the tools, institutions, and capacity to protect their own natural heritage. Volunteer Logistics Estimated hours required per week: 5–10 hours The estimated duration of the project is: Ongoing This position is Virtual (Remote) Language Requirements English Desired Skills And Experience Software developer; Database specialist; Data analyst; Information systems professional; Experience with NGOs or conservation organizations is a plus French or English proficiency is useful, and additional experience working in the DRC, Congo Basin, or wider African context is an asset

Core Responsibilities

The volunteer will strengthen digital systems through database development, digitalization of operational records, and data visualization. They will also develop digital tools for field teams and provide technical training to staff.

Requirements

Candidates should be software developers, database specialists, or data analysts with information systems expertise. Proficiency in English is required, while French and experience in the DRC or African context are assets.