Volunteer vacancies
Do you want to make a difference in the lives of people with Long Covid? Help out! We are currently looking for Social Media Managers and Online Crowdfunding Volunteers.
Vacancy: Social Media Manager
Do you want to make a difference in the life of people with Long Covid? And are you skilled in social media? Join the Long Covid Toolkit team as a Volunteer Social Media Manager. We have room for several volunteers that collaboratively manage our social media channels.
About Us:
The Long Covid Toolkit is a non-profit initiative founded by epidemiologist Joanneke van der Nagel and project manager Edo Plantinga. Our goal is simple: to offer easy-to-understand, evidence-based resources to help people manage Long Covid symptoms. Many of us, including the founders, have lived experiences with Long Covid, making our work deeply personal and meaningful.
Role Overview:
As a Social Media Manager, you will lead our social media strategy to build community awareness, engage with audiences, and increase the reach of our resources. This is a flexible, remote volunteer opportunity that would suit someone looking to make a positive impact on the Long Covid community.
What You’ll Do:
Develop and implement social media campaigns across platforms like X/Twitter, Instagram, Facebook and LinkedIn
Create engaging and informative content (graphics, posts, stories) about current Long Covid research and developments
Monitor and respond to messages and comments to foster community engagement
Amplify the message of other organizations in the Long Covid space
Collaborate with the core team and the other volunteers in this role to ensure messaging is consistent and accurate
Work with the crowdfunding team
What We’re Looking For:
Experience with managing social media accounts, either professionally or personally
Strong communication skills and creativity
Understanding of social media trends and how to engage diverse audiences
A passion for health advocacy, particularly in the Long Covid or chronic illness community, is a plus
Ability to work independently
What’s in it for you?
The chance to contribute to a meaningful cause that directly supports people living with Long Covid
Flexible, remote work environment
Join a supportive team driven by shared lived experiences
Time Commitment:
Roughly 3-10 hours a week, but we’re flexible based on your schedule and energy level (and yeah, we know how that level can fluctuate).
How to Apply:
Send us a quick email with your resume and a few lines about yourself to edoplantinga@longcovidtoolkit.org. We'd love to hear from you!
Vacancy: Online Crowdfunding Volunteer
Do you have a knack for online fundraising? Want to help a meaningful cause? The Long Covid Toolkit is looking for a volunteer Online Crowdfunding Volunteer to help us raise funds through online campaigns. Your work will make a difference for people dealing with Long Covid by helping us to provide free, helpful resources. We have room for several volunteers that collaboratively manage and promote our crowdfunding campaign.
About Us:
The Long Covid Toolkit is a non-profit initiative founded by epidemiologist Joanneke van der Nagel and project manager Edo Plantinga. Our goal is simple: to offer easy-to-understand, evidence-based resources to help people manage Long Covid symptoms. Many of us, including the founders, have lived experiences with Long Covid, making our work deeply personal and meaningful.
What You’ll Do:
Engage a community of people that want to share our crowdfunding efforts
Make and maintain a promo pack so people with Long Covid can easily spread the message
Convince people to start their own crowdfunder.
Write clear, engaging content to explain why people should support us
Create visuals or videos (if you’re into that!) to make the campaign stand out
Keep in touch with donors and give updates on the campaign’s progress
What We’re Looking For:
Some experience with online fundraising or social media
Good writing skills and the ability to connect with people
A bit of creativity—whether it’s writing, designing, or even video editing
Passion for helping people with Long Covid (or just a desire to make a difference!)
Ability to work independently and handle your own schedule
Good command of English (preferably a native speaker)
What’s in it for you?
The chance to contribute to a meaningful cause that directly supports people living with Long Covid
Flexible, remote work environment
Join a supportive team driven by shared lived experiences
Time Commitment:
Roughly 3-10 hours a week, but we’re flexible based on your schedule and energy level (and yeah, we know how that level can fluctuate).
Interested?
Send us a quick email with your resume and a few lines about yourself to edoplantinga@longcovidtoolkit.org. We'd love to hear from you!