Guardian Girls National Committees (GGNC)

Volunteer National Leadership Opportunities

Would you be interested in contributing to the community where you live? GGI invites committed individuals to apply for volunteer national leadership roles within GGNCs (e.g. Guardian Girls Japan, Guardian Girls Kenya, Guardian Girls Indonesia, etc.). In each country/territory, GGNCs function as national civil-society platforms, coordinating Guardian Girls programs in collaboration with member organizations, communities, and public-sector partners, in line with GGI’s global standards and safeguarding principles. All leadership positions are voluntary and unpaid, offered in the spirit of public service, integrity, and international cooperation.

Available Positions:

✅　GGNC President (Woman only)
✅　GGNC Secretary General
✅　GGNC Secretariat

Application Process:

  1. Select a leadership position and submit the official online application below for review.
  2. If shortlisted, you will receive an email to schedule an online interview with a GGI representative (if not already completed).
  3. If approved, GGI will issue an official Letter of Acceptance, along with relevant guidelines, policies, and any applicable agreements for you to review and sign by email.

🤝 Why Join GGNC Leadership

Serving in a leadership role within a GGNC offers meaningful opportunities for impact, collaboration, and professional growth.

🌍 Community & Social Impact
  • Contribute directly to the prevention of violence against women and girls
  • Support safeguarding, inclusion, and community-based protection initiatives
  • Help shape nationally relevant programs aligned with Guardian Girls International standards
🌐 International & Multistakeholder Engagement
  • Engage in programmatic collaboration and dialogue with United Nations agencies, foreign missions (embassies and consulates), governments, and other public institutions, as appropriate and in line with GGI’s partnerships and mandates
  • Work alongside non-governmental organizations (NGOs), sports federations and organizations, community groups, and civil-society partners at national and international levels
  • Gain exposure to international cooperation and multi-stakeholder working environments
👩‍💼 Leadership & Professional Development
  • Gain hands-on experience in national and international nonprofit leadership
  • Strengthen skills in governance, coordination, and stakeholder engagement
  • Build experience working within UN-aligned, ministry-friendly frameworks
📜 Recognition & Credibility
  • Receive an official Letter of Acceptance from GGI
  • Be listed on official GGI materials and platforms, subject to policy
  • Represent Guardian Girls initiatives when formally mandated
🤝 Network & Collaboration
  • Expand professional and community networks across sectors, including civil society, sport, education, and public institutions
  • Collaborate with leaders, practitioners, and advocates working at local, national, and international levels
🧭 Values-Driven Service
  • Serve in a role grounded in integrity, safeguarding, and ethical leadership
  • Contribute time and expertise in a volunteer, non-paid capacity, free from commercial or political influence
While these leadership roles are voluntary and unpaid, they offer a unique opportunity to contribute to meaningful social impact while working alongside diverse partners across sectors and borders.

✅ Available Volunteer Leadership Roles
Please carefully review the leadership position you are interested in and complete the online form below.

| Role summary: The GGNC President (woman only) provides overall leadership and strategic direction for Guardian Girls activities at the national level, ensuring alignment with GGI’s mission, values, and safeguarding framework.

| Key responsibilities:

    • Provide strategic leadership and vision for the GGNC
    • Represent the GGNC nationally and internationally when formally mandated
    • Chair GGNC meetings and guide consensus-based decision-making
    • Coordinate with member organizations and partners
    • Liaise with GGI Global Secretariat and regional leadership
    • Uphold safeguarding, ethics, and accountability standards

| Term: One-year term, renewable subject to review and approval under GGI governance policies

| Role summary: The Secretary-General (or National Coordinator) oversees day-to-day coordination of GGNC activities and serves as the primary operational focal point.

| Key responsibilities:

    • Coordinate national programs and activities
    • Support the GGNC President and governance processes
    • Manage communications with members and partners
    • Oversee reporting, documentation, and compliance
    • Ensure implementation of GGI policies, guidelines, and safeguarding standards

| Term: One-year term, renewable subject to performance review

| Role summary: Volunteer Secretariat Members support GGNC leadership across functional areas, depending on national needs and individual expertise.

| Possible focus areas:

    • Program coordination
    • Safeguarding and protection
    • Communications and media
    • Administration and documentation
    • Monitoring, reporting, and data support

| Secretariat roles are assigned based on skills, availability, and organizational priorities.

📃 Application Form for Leaderships
Please select the leadership role you wish to apply for and complete the online application form below. A résumé, CV, or brief professional biography is required and must be uploaded with your application.

Please fill out the online volunteer form below.

    Please attach your resume, CV, or brief professional biography (10 mb max):
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