Ministry of Gender, Youth and Social Development
National Volunteer Corps
About Us
The National Volunteer Corps programme was established as a project in 2009 by the government of Lesotho along with the United Nations Development Programme (UNDP) as a key partner. The NVC Programme is dedicated to;
- Promoting Patriotism amongst youth.
- Enhancing employability
- Improving youth development and national engagement
The NVC offers various options for partners to become involved in the project: Organisations can become a host partner by housing volunteers within the organisation and contributing financially to the volunteer monthly stipend.
Read MoreApplication Process
Volunteer Apply
Eligible graduates (ages 18–35) are invited to apply online via the NVC website, and Applicants are required to fill out a detailed form and upload necessary documents, including:
Application Screening
After applications close, the NVC team begins the screening process. This phase includes:
Awaiting Placement
Applicants who pass the screening enter the Awaiting Placement pool. During this phase:
Application Portal
Whether you're a graduate looking to kickstart your career, or an organization eager to contribute to national development — the National Volunteer Corps (NVC) is your gateway to meaningful impact.
Our Story
The NVC initiative was estanblished by the UNDP in association with the government of Lesotho to tackle unemployment in Lesotho. Currently, the Programme in under the supervision of the Departmment of youth, under the Ministry of Gender, Youth and Social Development
Our Office
1010 Building, Maseru Lesotho
Email Us
info@nvc.gov.ls
Call Us
+266 2731 4099