WBFN programs and activities are run by our members for our members. Our volunteers are members from around the world who dedicate their time, talents and energy to giving back. Volunteering at WBFN is not only a great opportunity to use your skills and experience for the benefit of the WB and wider communities, but also to learn new skills, enhance your professional development, and boost your social life. WBGFN volunteers work in an extraordinarily wide range of positions, from event organization and database management to branding and graphic design. Browse the descriptions of what the main WBFN teams do below and register to volunteer based on your personal and professional interests. These detailed descriptions are only to be used as a guide and can be adapted to suit the individual’s skill and time commitment.
Get Involved - Men @ WBFN Team
Men @WBFN Team aims at supporting male spouses who have relocated by connecting them to other male spouses/partners, members of WB Family Network. The Team also looks for ways to complement existing WBFN programs with greater focus on male interests and activities. These activities could range from building bookshelves, sporting activities or simply hanging out and shooting pool!
This is an opportunity for volunteers / members to catch up, make plans to do new things, share advice, network and meet others in the same situation; but most of all, it's the time to enjoy some companionship while helping others.
If you would like to be part of the Men @ WBFN please contact the group coordinator:
Radu Bujoreanu at radu@myhomes.pro
Browse the Men @WBFN Team volunteer positions
- Coordinator for Male spouse/partners’ activities
If you have any questions about WBFN, please reach out to us at Familynetwork@worldbank.org
Coordinator for Male Spouse / Partners’ Activities
| Activity Group: Men@WBFN | Position: Coordinator for Male Spouse / Partners’ Activities |
| Reports to: WBGFN President Operations | Supervises: N/A |
General description
The coordinator for male spouses/partners is the primary point of contact for activities designed for male spouses/partners at the Family Network and plays a critical role in introducing them to various WBFN activities.
Job tasks and responsibilities
- Contact new male spouses once notified by the Welcoming Team. Maintain a directory with male spouses/partners’ contact details and conduct follow up with the new members
- Take part in the Call Center as an assistant to make calls to new male spouses
- Manage the email account for the group
- Meet in small groups on a weekly basis to share experiences and help newcomers make friends
- Plan social activities with WB spouses one evening every month
- Address concerns related to communication skills, job search etc. or direct to WBFN resources
- Attend Welcoming Coffee sessions and Spouse Orientation Programs to reach out to newcomers
- Work with the Welcoming Team to plan joint activities and ensure these are announced in a timely manner
Qualitative requirements
- Strong written and spoken communications skills
- Excellent planning and organizational skills
- Ability to interact positively and network with people from different cultures
Educational requirements
- Level and type of education may vary for the position
Work environment
- Work is generally performed at the WBFN office or remotely
Approximate volunteer hours
In-Office: 2 hours per week
Remote: 2 hours per week
Benefits of position
Volunteer opportunities are always open to WBFN members who are looking for ways of acquiring US experience while awaiting their work permit and/or want to contribute to helping other WBG families.
Volunteering as the Men@WBFN Coordinator provides you with opportunity to, if needed to hone your English communication skills. Furthermore, you meet many interesting people from different backgrounds, and will find it a fascinating experience to be able to connect with them, and help them find a new footing. Volunteering also provides an avenue for making friends, and enhancing intercultural and interpersonal skills.
Interested? Please complete the Volunteer Registration Form and our Volunteer Coordinator will contact you to discuss this or other suitable opportunities.