Youth for Technology Foundation (YTF) is hiring: Volunteer Publicist & Campaign

Overview

Volunteer Publicist & Campaign Coordinator to Unlock $100K in AI Scholarships for Women in Microsoft\'s OPULIS Book Campaign with Youth for Technology Foundation (YTF)

This is an unpaid, volunteer opportunity to assist Ashoka Fellow Njideka Harry in the OPULIS book campaign, amplifying her story, securing publicity opportunities, and driving book pre-orders and related visibility.

Responsibilities

• Work directly with Njideka to craft and pitch compelling media angles.
• Coordinate interviews, features, and social media spotlights.
• Leverage OPULIS campaign assets, media kits, and publicity frameworks.
• Build momentum through targeted outreach and shared visibility events.
• Align personal brand and messaging with the broader mission to unlock $100K in AI scholarships for 1,000 women.

Qualifications & Desired Skills

• Public relations & media outreach – experience securing interviews, press coverage, or features.
• Storytelling & copywriting – ability to craft compelling narratives that align with brand and mission.
• Campaign management – organizing timelines, deliverables, and coordinated visibility activities.
• Social media promotion – leveraging platforms to drive engagement and sales.
• Networking & relationship-building – connecting with journalists, influencers, and partners.
• Strategic thinking – identifying high-impact publicity opportunities and prioritizing efforts.
• Creativity & initiative – generating fresh ideas to keep momentum and buzz alive.
• Collaboration – working closely with YTF and the OPULIS team to ensure message alignment.

Logistics

• Estimated hours per week: 5
• Location: Virtual (Remote)
• Language: English

Application Notes

To apply, please consider this volunteer role that supports a campaign to reach 4,000 pre-orders by October 20, 2025 and to raise funds for AI scholarships benefiting women globally.

Job Function

• Marketing, Public Relations, and Writing/Editing