Volunteer STEM & Innovation Associate
Opportunity Overview Kasa Foundation is looking for a Volunteer STEM & Innovation Associate to support the development of its Kasa Future Makers programmes, which include Kasa Code Club, Kasa Robotics Lab, Kasa NextGen, and the CREATE African Grand Challenge. This is an ongoing, remote, volunteer-led role focused on research and programme support. It does not replace the work of Kasa's curriculum developers, facilitators, mentors, or onsite implementation partners. The associate will research STEM and AI education opportunities, identify learning resources and tools, and help Kasa maintain an organized understanding of emerging technologies, competitions, learning kits, and potential technical partners. The work supports learner progression from foundational coding to innovation and robotics challenges. Volunteers collaborate remotely with Kasa's programme leadership and other contributors, completing assigned tasks within agreed timelines. Kasa Foundation is a nonprofit organization focused on STEM and AI education for underserved young people, primarily in Africa. The foundation designs and delivers programmes that introduce children and youth to coding, robotics, and innovation. Its work emphasizes educational equity, safeguarding, and responsible technology. The organization operates with a small, mission-driven team and relies on volunteers and partners to expand its reach. This role is well suited to students, early-career professionals, educators, engineers, technology professionals, and career changers with relevant experience or a strong demonstrated interest in STEM education. Because the work is remote, volunteers can contribute from anywhere. Professional proficiency in English is required, and French is an asset. The role offers defined assignments, guidance, and feedback from Kasa's programme leadership, along with professional experience supporting an emerging nonprofit programme portfolio. What You'll Do - Research age-appropriate STEM, coding, robotics, AI, engineering, and innovation resources. - Identify relevant learning tools, educational kits, competitions, platforms, and public resources. - Support planning and resource development for Kasa Future Makers programmes. - Review proposed resources for accessibility, relevance, age suitability, and alignment with Kasa's programme pathways. - Maintain organized records of STEM resources, competitions, technology providers, and potential programme partners. - Monitor developments and good practices in STEM and AI education for children and youth. - Support the preparation of programme briefs, implementation resources, presentations, and partner-facing materials. - Help identify opportunities that can strengthen learner progression from foundational coding to innovation and robotics challenges. - Collaborate remotely with Kasa's programme leadership and other contributors. - Complete assigned tasks within agreed timelines and communicate promptly about questions or delays. Requirements & Qualifications - Background or demonstrated interest in STEM education, computer science, engineering, robotics, artificial intelligence, educational technology, innovation, or youth development. - Strong online research and information-organization skills. - Ability to assess whether technical resources are appropriate for children and young people. - Clear written communication and attention to detail. - Ability to work independently in a remote, volunteer-led environment. - Familiarity with tools such as Microsoft 365, Google Workspace, Canva, Trello, or similar collaboration platforms. - Experience working with children, youth, schools, nonprofits, or education programmes is helpful but not required. - Professional proficiency in English is required; French is an asset. - Commitment to educational equity, safeguarding, responsible technology, and Kasa Foundation's mission. Benefits - Meaningful involvement in STEM and AI education initiatives serving underserved young people. - Opportunities to contribute across coding, robotics, innovation, and competition pathways. - Collaboration with an international, mission-driven team. - Defined assignments, guidance, and feedback from Kasa's programme leadership. - Professional experience supporting the development of an emerging nonprofit programme portfolio. How to Apply 1. Review the responsibilities and qualifications to confirm this role fits your skills and interests. 2. Prepare a brief note describing your background and why you want to support Kasa Future Makers. 3. Click the Apply button below to submit your application.