CALL FOR VOLUNTEER FACILITATORS
Wokober Education Foundation is a registered not-for-profit company limited by guarantee, established in 2022 to advance competency-based learning and innovation in underserved communities and schools across Africa. Wokober envisions a future where an empowered generation of innovators, entrepreneurs, and leaders well nurtured to their full potential uplifts and accelerates the growth of their communities.
Wokober has developed the Wokober Learning Approach (WLA), a competency-based learning model that leverages an AI-adaptive learning platform to empower teachers in effectively delivering project-based learning. Inspired by the local ingenuity and culture of toy-making and innovation using local and recycled materials, the WLA nurtures key competencies such as imagination, critical thinking, creativity, hands-on practical skills, innovative application, communication, digital literacy, and entrepreneurship.
One of the most vibrant expressions of the WLA is the Wokober Toy and Innovation Festival a flagship event that celebrates the creativity, innovation, and talent of young learners. Scheduled for
12th–13th December 2025, the festival showcases youth-made toys, technologies, and community-
centered innovations. It brings together learners, educators, creatives, entrepreneurs, and development partners to highlight the power of creative learning and local innovation.
Job Title: Volunteer Facilitators
Nature of Work: Contract
Duration: September to December, 2025
Reports to: Head of Department (HoD), Wokober Toy and Innovation Festival (WTIF)
Department: Wokober Toy and Innovation Festival.
Location: Gulu City (with frequent community and school outreaches)
Job Summary:
We are inviting passionate individuals to join us as Volunteer Festival Facilitators to help coordinate, organize, and deliver a successful 2025 Toy and Innovation Festival. Volunteers will work
closely with the Festival Department to support outreach, registration, content creation, logistics, and
event-day coordination.
Key Responsibilities:
Assist in participant registration and follow-up (schools, parents, and individual innovators).
Support festival outreach and community mobilization efforts.
Help design and distribute communication materials (posters, banners, social media).
Assist in coordinating and facilitating participants creation sessions, and exhibitions.
Offer logistical support during setup, event days, and post-event wrap-up.
Requirements:
Good communication and interpersonal skills.
Fluent in English (Luo language is an added advantage).
Prior experience in facilitation, teaching, or youth engagement is desirable and mandatory.
Passion for children, education, youth innovation, creativity, or event planning.
Good communication and organizational skills.
Ability to work as part of a diverse and flexible team.
Benefits of Volunteering:
Certificate of service upon successful completion.
Mentorship training and ongoing support.
Opportunity to build leadership, communication, and facilitation skills.
Be part of a dynamic and impactful community of changemakers.
Hands-on experience in event planning, community engagement, and youth programming.
Networking with educators, creatives, and development professionals.
A meaningful opportunity to contribute to youth empowerment in Northern Uganda.
Stipends to cover transport, feeding, and communication.
How to Apply:
Send your CV (max 2 pages) and a brief motivation letter (max 300 words) to: wokober.i@gmail.com copy kettie123wokober@gmail.com.
Please indicate the position you are applying for as the subject to your E-mail. Deadline: Friday, 15th August 2025
Shortlisted candidates will be contacted for a brief orientation session.
Wokober is an equal opportunity employer, females are encouraged to apply
For details about Wokober, check the website https://www.wokober.com
Contact for Inquiries:
Email: Wokober.i@gmail.com | +256 785 148699 | +256 784 041804
Festival Department, Wokober Education Foundation, Elephante Commons, Jomo Kenyatta Road, Gulu City
