Volunteer : Political Affairs Program

The Borgen Project; Toronto; Remote; CAD 30,000 - 60,000; Part time

Job summary

The Borgen Project seeks dedicated volunteers for their Political Affairs Program, requiring 12 hours/week for 12 weeks. This remote, unpaid opportunity involves political outreach, fundraising, and advocacy efforts to combat poverty. While no prior experience is necessary, applicants should be passionate about the cause.

Benefits

College credit available

Flexible start dates

Qualifications

• Passionate individuals committed to fighting poverty.
• No prior experience necessary; open to all backgrounds.

Responsibilities

• Lead public and political outreach in your state/district.
• Meet with government representatives.
• Assist with fundraising campaigns.

Skills

Public and political outreach

Fundraising

Communication

Job description

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The Borgen Project is an international organization working to improve living conditions for those impacted by war, famine, and poverty. With 20 years of experience, it advocates for making poverty a focus of U.S., Canadian, and U.K. foreign policy.

Political Affairs Program

This is a part-time, unpaid remote program, requiring 12 hours per week for 12 weeks. Participants can work ahead to complete the program faster if needed.

Responsibilities

• Leading public and political outreach in your state and district.
• Meeting with members of Congress / Government in your State / District / Constituency.
• Representing The Borgen Project at various events.
• Assisting with fundraising campaigns.
• Mobilizing individuals to contact their representatives on key legislation.
• Speaking to groups, classes, and organizations.
• Writing support letters to political leaders, media, and other groups.

Qualifications

No prior experience is necessary. We seek passionate individuals committed to fighting poverty, regardless of background or GPA.

Details

This is an unpaid opportunity, with college credit available. Start dates are flexible, with new programs beginning monthly.

Additional Information

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