Volunteer Opportunity: Website Developer & Designer – Roman Catholic Church in Africa Volunteer[...]

Overview

The governing body of the Roman Catholic Church in Africa (SECAM) is seeking a Website Developer & Designer to support the development, maintenance, and visual quality of its digital platforms within the Volunteer Programme.

This is a hands‑on, execution‑focused volunteer role, responsible for the creation, development, administration, and design of SECAM’s website(s) and related digital assets. Content will be provided by other team members; this role focuses on technical implementation, design consistency, usability, and site performance.

The ideal candidate can work independently on clearly defined tasks, follow established brand and UX standards, and collaborate effectively with content, communications, and project stakeholders.

More information about the Roman Catholic Church in Africa Volunteer Program:

Responsibilities

• Develop and launch websites, landing pages, and enhancements based on provided requirements.
• Customize CMS themes, templates, and components.
• Translate design mockups and supplied content into functional, high‑quality web pages.
• Apply SECAM brand guidelines to ensure visual consistency and professional design quality.
• Ensure strong usability, accessibility, and clear visual hierarchy.
• Maintain reusable templates and design components.
• Collaborate with content owners to ensure layouts support communication objectives.
• Implement technical SEO best practices and page‑level optimizations.
• Optimize site speed, performance, and responsiveness.
• Apply accessibility standards (WCAG) and usability best practices.
• Support analytics, tracking, and performance monitoring where required.
• Work closely with content creators, communications leads, and project managers.
• Provide practical input on technical feasibility and timelines.
• Document site structures, updates, and maintenance processes.

Required Skills & Experience

• 3–5 years of professional experience in website development and web design.
• Experience with at least one CMS platform (e.g., WordPress, Webflow, Drupal).
• Proficiency with design tools such as Figma, Adobe XD, or similar.
• Solid understanding of responsive design and UX/UI principles.
• Familiarity with hosting environments, DNS, and deployment workflows.
• Strong communication skills in English (French or Portuguese is an advantage).

Nice‑to‑Have

• Experience with modern frameworks or libraries (React, Vue, etc.).
• Basic backend knowledge (PHP, Node.js, or similar).
• Experience with e‑commerce or membership‑based websites.
• Version control experience (Git).

What We Offer

• The opportunity to contribute meaningfully to the mission of the Roman Catholic Church in Africa.
• Hands‑on experience supporting international digital platforms in a mission‑driven context.
• A multicultural, collaborative, and purpose‑driven volunteer environment.
• The chance to strengthen your CV and expand your international professional network.

This role offers a unique opportunity to contribute meaningfully to the Church’s noble mission, while also enhancing your professional experience, strengthening your CV, and broadening your international network.

I M P O R T A N T: Only applicants who complete the form below will be considered.

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Life of the Catholic Church in Africa

The Catholic Church operates 82,235 Catholic Schools in Africa, educating 30,629,476 pupils. Its extensive network of care includes 13,880 facilities such as hospitals, clinics, dispensaries, leprosy centres, homes for the elderly and chronically ill, centres for disabled people, orphanages, kindergartens, and marriage counselling centres.

According to the 2022 State of the World’s Volunteerism Report compiled by the United Nations, the global number of volunteers stands at 862.4 million. Embracing volunteerism provides individuals with unparalleled firsthand professional experience, allowing them to enrich their CVs with valuable expertise gained through meaningful contributions.

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