Jobs and volunteering

Applying for jobs with Fairtrade Africa

This is an exciting time to be part of an organisation that is contributing to socio-economic development of African producers by supporting them to build sustainable businesses. For jobs at Fairtrade Africa secretariat, applications should be emailed to recruitment@fairtradeafrica.net. For positions based at Fairtrade Africa regional offices, forms should be posted to the relevant regional office. See contact details here.

Applications will only be considered if submitted on this form. Please do not send CVs.

Fairtrade Africa is unable to write to unsuccessful applicants due to the volume of applications we receive and limited resources available. However, we thank you for your interest in working for Fairtrade Africa.

Fairtrade Africa is an equal opportunities employer and welcomes applications from all sections of the community.

Current positions at Fairtrade Africa

Standards and Certification Manager – Kenya

Applying for volunteer positions at Fairtrade Africa

Fairtrade Africa works with volunteers to support producer activities across Africa. Join us to support African producers and improve livelihoods.

  • We request that our volunteers are committed to supporting producers
  • We require a minimum commitment of one day per week for not less than three months for general volunteering. Specific positions may require more days
  • The type of work available is rarely suitable for volunteers to carry out from home
  • Fairtrade Africa is committed to equal opportunities and welcomes applications from all sections of the community.

Current volunteer positions

French speaking and have some time on your hands? Fairtrade Africa is looking for a volunteer French translator and a French proof-reader. Help make sure all the important information reaches Fairtrade producers in West Africa.

If you are interested in this or other volunteering, please contact recruitment@fairtradeafrica.net.

Current vacancies from partner organisations

Fairtrade International and other organisations