About I Am Someone
I Am Someone (IAS) is an Australian charity supporting orphaned and vulnerable children in Kenya, Sierra Leone and Uganda. We work with local communities and partners to provide access to education, safe housing, clean water and vocational opportunities, helping children and communities build a brighter future.
We are a small, volunteer-run organisation, which means every volunteer plays an important role in helping us achieve our mission. We are looking for a Volunteer Web Developer to help maintain, improve and develop our website and digital presence.
About the Role
The Web Developer will be responsible for the ongoing management and development of the IAS website. This is a flexible, hands-on role covering website updates, new page development, fundraising campaign setup and general technical support.
Key Responsibilities
Website Management
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Manage ongoing updates, changes and improvements to the IAS website.
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Create new pages and landing pages for campaigns, projects and organisational initiatives.
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Update website content, images, links and other elements as required.
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Troubleshoot website issues and resolve technical problems.
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Ensure the website remains functional, user-friendly and consistent with IAS branding.
Fundraising & Campaigns
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Set up and manage fundraising campaigns using the Charitable WordPress plugin.
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Create and update donation forms, campaign pages, fundraising goals and related content.
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Support the launch of new fundraising campaigns and initiatives.
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Troubleshoot issues affecting donation forms and fundraising functionality.
Digital Development
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Implement website improvements that enhance the donor and supporter experience.
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Assist with basic SEO, website performance and accessibility improvements.
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Work with other volunteers to support marketing, fundraising and communications initiatives.
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Provide technical support and undertake ad hoc website and digital projects as required.
Skills & Experience
We are looking for someone with:
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Experience with WordPress and website management.
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Experience with Elementor and WordPress plugins is desirable.
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Strong problem-solving and troubleshooting skills.
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An understanding of basic SEO and website usability.
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Ability to work independently and manage tasks reliably.
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Comfortable learning new platforms and technologies as required.
You do not need to have experience with every system currently used by IAS. We are more interested in someone who is technically capable, resourceful and comfortable learning new platforms and solving problems.
What You'll Gain
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The opportunity to use your skills to support a meaningful cause.
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Hands-on experience managing and developing a live charity website.
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Experience across website development, fundraising technology and digital optimisation.
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The opportunity to contribute ideas and help shape IAS's digital presence.
Time Commitment
This is a flexible volunteer position, with work undertaken as website updates, campaigns and other digital needs arise.
How to Apply
If you are interested in using your web development skills to support children and communities in Kenya, Sierra Leone and Uganda, we would love to hear from you.
Please submit your CV and a brief introduction outlining your experience and why you would like to volunteer with I Am Someone.