Programme
VTO Programme
Embedding tech volunteers within NGOs to drive digital transformation
Programme Overview
The Better.sg Volunteer Tech Officer (VTO) programme deploys skilled tech volunteers to optimise organisational processes for non-profit organisations, enabling their teams to focus on impact.
Tech support is offered across five focus areas: digital strategy (updating legacy systems or building integrated software solutions), data analytics and dashboards (leveraging metrics and data), volunteer management systems (improving communication and coordination), digital automation (streamlining operations), and website design (refreshing organisational websites).
VTO volunteers work directly alongside NGO staff to understand their challenges, identify opportunities for digital transformation, and build or deploy technology solutions tailored to the organisation's needs — creating meaningful, sustained volunteering relationships that deliver lasting change for Singapore's social sector.
Frequently Asked Questions
Who can apply to be a VTO?
The programme is open to tech professionals and students with skills in software development, data, design, or product management who want to contribute meaningfully to the social sector.
How are VTOs matched with NGOs?
Better.sg coordinates the matching process based on the NGO's needs and the volunteer's skills and availability.
How long is the commitment?
VTO engagements typically run for three to six months, with a commitment of a few hours per week.
Applications Open
This programme is currently active. NGOs can request support, and tech professionals can browse volunteer opportunities.
The Process
How a VTO project works
01
Project Scoping
We work with your organisation to define the project scope, requirements, and success criteria.
02
Volunteer Recruitment
Recruitment is open for up to 1 month. A minimum of 2 volunteers must sign up before the project proceeds.
03
MOU Signing & Kickoff
Formalise the engagement with an MOU, then kick off with the first team meeting.
04
Project in Progress
Volunteers build your solution, with at least one Better.sg check-in per month.
05
Completion
Project is handed over with full documentation. We celebrate and appreciate the team's contributions.
Our Beneficiaries
Impact organisations we've served
Impact organisations benefited from our tech-for-good initiatives.
