Festival Volunteer

Festival Volunteer
Human Rights Are Universal Festival
Volunteer Opportunity
Kampala, Uganda
Deadline: September 30, 2025
Posted: June 1, 2025

Job Description

Festival Volunteer Opportunity

Join us as a volunteer for the 2025 Human Rights Are Universal Festival! This is your chance to be part of a dynamic team bringing together artists, activists, and audiences to celebrate human rights through art, film, music, and performance.

Volunteering with us offers a meaningful way to contribute to human rights awareness while gaining valuable experience in festival operations, meeting like-minded individuals, and enjoying access to inspiring artistic and cultural events.

Responsibilities

Volunteer Roles Available

Visitor Services

  • Welcome and direct festival attendees
  • Provide information about programs and venues
  • Assist with ticket checking and audience management
  • Support accessibility services for visitors with special needs

Exhibition Support

  • Assist with gallery monitoring
  • Provide information about artworks and exhibitions
  • Support exhibition installation and de-installation
  • Help with artwork handling (training provided)

Event Operations

  • Assist with event setup and breakdown
  • Support stage management for performances
  • Help with artist hospitality
  • Assist technical team with basic tasks

Media & Documentation

  • Support photography and video documentation
  • Assist with social media coverage
  • Help collect audience feedback
  • Support press and media representatives

Community Engagement

  • Assist with workshop facilitation
  • Support community outreach activities
  • Help with children's programs and family activities
  • Provide translation services (if applicable)

Volunteers typically commit to 4-6 hour shifts. We will work with you to create a schedule that matches your interests and availability.

Qualifications

Volunteer Requirements

Basic Requirements

  • Minimum age of 18 years
  • Commitment to human rights values
  • Availability during the festival period (November 15-30, 2025)
  • Ability to attend a volunteer orientation session
  • Reliable and punctual
  • Good communication skills
  • Willingness to work as part of a team

Beneficial (But Not Required)

  • Previous volunteer or festival experience
  • Knowledge of arts and culture
  • Interest in human rights issues
  • Customer service experience
  • Multilingual abilities
  • First aid certification

Time Commitment

  • Attend one 3-hour orientation session (multiple dates available)
  • Commit to a minimum of 20 hours during the festival (typically 4-5 shifts)
  • Optional: Pre-festival volunteer opportunities available starting November 1

How to Apply

How to Join Our Volunteer Team

To apply as a volunteer, please complete our online volunteer application form at www.hraufestival.org/volunteer-application or email the following information to volunteer@hraufestival.org:

  1. Your name and contact information
  2. Areas of interest (from the volunteer roles listed above)
  3. Your availability during the festival period
  4. Relevant skills or experience
  5. Why you're interested in volunteering with the festival (brief statement)
  6. Any specific needs or accommodations

Application Timeline:

  • Applications open: June 1, 2025
  • Application deadline: September 30, 2025
  • Volunteer interviews: October 1-15, 2025
  • Orientation sessions: Late October/Early November 2025

Volunteer Benefits:

  • Festival t-shirt and meal vouchers during shifts
  • Certificate of participation
  • Free access to festival events when not on duty (subject to availability)
  • Invitation to volunteer appreciation event
  • Valuable experience and networking opportunities

For questions, contact our Volunteer Coordinator at volunteer@hraufestival.org.

Ready to Apply?

We're excited about your interest in joining our team. Please follow the application instructions above or contact us with any questions.

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