
Social Media and Marketing in Egypt
Purpose
Start dates
Duration
Volunteer hours
Age
Accommodation

Who is going?
Group video calls
Once you have secured your place, join regular video calls to meet your Program Manager and other volunteers before your trip.
This program is ideal for:
Volunteers who are interested in exploring their creative and digital skills to help organizations in Cairo to develop their online presence, fundraising efforts and boost their initiatives.
Project details
Support impactful NGOs in Cairo by volunteering to enhance their social media presence and communication. Help organizations dedicated to social inclusion, anti-racism, animal protection, and education gain vital donations, increase public awareness, and encourage local engagement. Your contribution in building their online presence can be crucial to their success.
What to expect and how you'll make an impact
Many of the NGOs and non-profits rely on donations to operate and provide the community support and other services.
In Cairo, you’ll assist local staff in promoting a wide variety of NGOs and non-profits that operate across a variety of different fields including animal care/animal rescue, teaching English, women’s education, refugee support and more.
The Social Media and Marketing project involves a wide range of tasks and volunteers taking part for more than 2 weeks can expect to split their time on the program assisting more than one organization. Placements are decided based on a mixture of your skills and interests, and where there is the most need for help at the time.
As a Social Media and Marketing volunteer your duties will vary depending on the placement but often include:
- Help with website maintenance and webpage building, applying content and media supporting the organisations initiatives
- Create or update social media platforms to raise awareness
- Contribute to creating or updating marketing materials or social media, flyers, print ads, website content, or logos
- Create visual media promotional videos, photo/video documentation collected during onsite visits.
- Create copy that extends the organizations reach across communities and increase online awareness
- Source and assist with proposals for fundraising
Please note that NGOs and non-profits may lack the necessary resources. We ask volunteers to bring their laptops, design software (Adobe Creative Suite or equivalent), camera equipment, or other devices they may need during the program.
Why do Social Media and Marketing volunteering in Egypt with IVHQ?
When you become a volunteer on the Social Media and Marketing project in Egypt, you will be adding value to the local community while, at the same time, developing personal and professional skills by:
- Supporting the reach and visibility of NGOs and non-profits both locally and internationally
- Helping raise awareness of important issues
- Developing your communication skills
- Gaining practical experience in your field
- Immersing yourself in Egyptian culture
- Exploring Cairo and Egypt
Volunteer requirements
Volunteers must be 18 years or older to participate in this program. If you are under 18, IVHQ offers alternative volunteer opportunities for teens. Visit our High School Volunteer Abroad to explore these options
Volunteers are required to provide a criminal background check to IVHQ before departure.
All volunteers must speak English and have adequate volunteer travel insurance.
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Who is going?
Group video calls
Once you have secured your place, join regular video calls to meet your Program Manager and other volunteers before your trip.
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Location
Cairo, Egypt’s historic capital, boasts the Pyramids of Giza, the Sphinx, and the Egyptian Museum, offering a captivating mix of ancient wonders and modern life. Beyond typical tourist experiences, its lively streets, traditional markets, and the Nile River provide an immersive cultural experience.
Despite Egypt’s rich heritage and growing economy in some areas, many communities still struggle with limited access to education, healthcare, and animal welfare. Volunteers are crucial in supporting local efforts to improve living standards and provide essential aid. Located in and around Cairo, volunteer opportunities allow participants to make a real difference while experiencing the city’s vibrant culture.
Arrival and orientation
All Egypt volunteer projects start on the first and third Saturday of each month. Participants must arrive in Cairo the Friday before their selected start date.
After registering, book flights to Cairo International Airport (CAI). Airport pickup is included in the program fee. Upon arrival, a driver will meet you and transport you to the volunteer accommodation, approximately 45 minutes away (depending on traffic). This accommodation, covered by the program fee, includes the night before the mandatory full-day orientation on Saturday.
If you are already in Egypt, pickup from a central Cairo meeting point can be arranged for the Friday before your program begins.
The Saturday orientation, led by the local team in Cairo, covers essential information for your volunteer experience: an introduction to Cairo, local customs, rules, expectations, safety guidelines, travel opportunities within Egypt, and an overview of your specific project and placement. This session also provides an opportunity to connect with fellow volunteers.
Volunteer schedule example
First Day
On the first day of the volunteering placement, you will be escorted to the project by our local staff and introduced to the staff at the placement you will be working with.
Weekdays
You can expect to work a minimum of 3 hours, Sunday through Thursday. A typical day would be as follows:
8:00 AM | Breakfast at the volunteer apartment. |
9:00 AM | Volunteers travel to placement to join local placement staff and begin work on your project. |
12:00 - 2:30 PM | Lunch is served at the volunteer apartment. |
7:30 - 9:00 PM | Dinner at the volunteer apartment. After dinner you will have the remainder of the evening free to relax and use as you wish. |
Weekends
In Egypt, the work week runs from Sunday to Thursday, with Friday and Saturday considered the weekend. During the weekends, volunteers have spare time to relax or explore other parts of Cairo and Egypt. Cairo is home to some of Egypt’s most iconic landmarks, including the Pyramids of Giza, the Sphinx, and the Nile River.
Beyond Cairo, Egypt is home to a wealth of incredible attractions further afield, including Luxor & The Valley of the Kings, Aswan & Abu Simbel, The White Desert, Alexandria, Siwa Oasis, The Red Sea Riviera, Mount Sinai & St. Catherine’s Monastery.
Beyond Cairo’s famous attractions, Egypt offers a wealth of history, adventure, and natural beauty. To make the most of your trip, consider planning and pre-booking excursions to these sites through IVHQ. Contact us or your IVHQ Program Manager for more information and to secure your bookings for these unique Egyptian experiences.
Accommodation and WiFi
You’ll be hosted in an apartment with other volunteers and you can expect to share a room with up to 3 other volunteers of the same gender.
Living is basic yet comfortable, and has electricity and running water. Bedding is provided, but it is recommended that you bring your own sleeping bag if you wish to travel on the weekends, along with a towel and toiletries.
WiFi is available in the apartment. To keep connected when out and about, you can also purchase a local SIM card with data for an unlocked mobile phone. The local team can assist you with this.
Meals
Volunteers receive daily breakfast, lunch, and dinner (Sunday to Thursday) at their accommodation. Breakfast and dinner are lighter meals featuring mixed platters with items like falafel, dips, beans, bread, eggs, and fresh produce. Lunch is the main meal, and both lunch and dinner include a variety of meats, breads, rice dishes, salads, and vegetables.
On weekends, volunteers can either use provided basic supplies to prepare their own meals or eat at nearby local restaurants.
Bottled water is easily accessible in Cairo, and a suggested budget is $10 per week for two liters daily. Please inform us of any special dietary needs when applying so we can accommodate them.









Pricing
Spots are limited. For a Registration Fee of just US$299 (approximately $299) you secure your spot and unlock all our preparation and training tools.
You don't need to worry about paying your Program Fee until you get closer to your start date.
Duration |
Program FeeDue 30 days before you start, or within 48 hours if you register inside of 30 days. Covers the cost of hosting you.
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1 week | $729 Equivalent to $104/day |
2 weeks | $1,019 Equivalent to $73/day |
3 weeks | $1,309 Equivalent to $62/day |
4 weeks | $1,599 Equivalent to $57/day |
5 weeks | $1,889 Equivalent to $54/day |
6 weeks | $2,179 Equivalent to $52/day |
8 weeks | $2,759 Equivalent to $49/day |
10 weeks | $3,339 Equivalent to $48/day |
12 weeks | $3,919 Equivalent to $47/day |
- All programs attract a Registration Fee of US$299 (approximately $299) in addition to the Program Fee. This covers all pre-departure support services.
- A 5% international banking fee is added at point of payment.
- Weekday (Sunday to Thursday) meals and basic meals supplies on weekends
- Airport pick-up
- Accommodation
- 24/7 in-country emergency support
- In-country program orientation
- Pre-departure support from your Program Manager
- Personalized preparation tools, guides and check lists
- Access to IVHQ’s preferred insurance and flights partners
- Comprehensive in-country day to day support and guidance
- Certificate of International Volunteer Service
Learn more about what's included in your IVHQ Registration Fee and Program Fee.
- Flights
- Visa (if required), travel insurance (mandatory), vaccinations, criminal background check.
- Personal spending money for snacks, laundry, public transportation, drinks and leisure activities during your free time.
Affordable Arabic language lessons
- 10, 20, 30 and 40 hour packages available
How to book IVHQ’s language lessons: Once you’ve paid your registration fee, you will be able to select language lessons as an “Add-on” via your MyIVHQ profile.
Check what's required to visit Egypt
Entry requirements can change at any time, so it's important you monitor this right up until you depart for your trip.
Safety and support

Safety and support
IVHQ follows best practice and industry-leading health and safety procedures, which are regularly reviewed and optimized as part of the B Corporation recertification.
- All volunteers encouraged to complete our interactive pre-departure training.
- All local teams trained on best practice volunteer management & First Aid.
- All IVHQ programs are required to adhere to IVHQ's Risk Management Policy.
- All volunteers have access to 24/7 in-country support from our local team.
Essential country information
Essential country information
Capital | Cairo |
Population | 10.2 million |
Languages | Egyptian Arabic |
Currency | Egyptian pound (EGP) |
Time zone | GMT+3 |
Weather and climate: Egypt has an arid, desert climate and the weather in Cairo is always warm, or hot, and the nights cool as it has a subtropical-desert climate with hot summers and mild winters. Summer temperatures can reach the high 30s Celsius (86-95°F), especially in July and August, while winter temperatures average around 18°C (64°F). The city experiences occasional dust storms in March and April.