Volunteer | Utafiti Wellness Research Association

Why volunteer with us?

Volunteers are essential to UWRA's mission of translating health research into community action. Whether you're a student, professional, researcher, or community advocate, your skills can help us reach more communities, produce better research, and create lasting health impact.

We offer flexible virtual and in-person opportunities that accommodate different schedules, time zones, and skill levels. Volunteers receive training, mentorship, and the opportunity to work alongside experienced researchers and practitioners.

Current volunteer opportunities

Research Assistant

Support literature reviews, data collection, analysis, and report writing for ongoing health research projects.

8-10 hrs/week | Remote

Community Outreach Coordinator

Organize community dialogues, health awareness events, and engage with local partners across Kenya.

5-8 hrs/week | Nairobi/Kisumu

Training Facilitator

Deliver masterclasses and workshops on research methods, data analysis, or scientific writing.

Flexible | Virtual

Communications & Content

Create blog posts, social media content, newsletters, and help translate research for public audiences.

5-7 hrs/week | Remote

Grant Writing Support

Assist in identifying funding opportunities, drafting proposals, and donor reporting.

Flexible | Remote

Data Analyst

Support quantitative or qualitative data analysis using SPSS, NVivo, Excel, or R.

6-8 hrs/week | Remote

What you'll gain

Certificate of volunteer service
Access to masterclasses and training sessions
Networking with researchers and practitioners
Letter of recommendation upon request
Opportunity to co-author publications (for research roles)
Priority consideration for paid positions and fellowship

How to become a volunteer

Submit application

Initial interview

Skills assessment

Onboarding & placement

Volunteer experiences

Volunteering as a research assistant gave me hands-on experience in systematic reviews and manuscript preparation. The mentorship I received was invaluable for my career in public health.

— Research Volunteer, Cohort 2025

As a community outreach volunteer, I connected with local health workers and helped organize screening events. Seeing the direct impact on community members was deeply rewarding.

— Outreach Volunteer, Kisumu

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How did you hear about us?

We'll review your application and respond within 5-7 business days.

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