Volunteer : Political Affairs Program

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

Job summary

The Borgen Project is seeking volunteers for its Political Affairs Program, aimed at enhancing public and political outreach efforts. This part-time, unpaid remote opportunity requires 12 hours of commitment per week over 12 weeks, allowing participants to make a meaningful impact while gaining valuable experience.

Benefits

College credit available

Qualifications

• No prior experience necessary.
• Passionate individuals committed to fighting poverty are encouraged.

Responsibilities

• Leading public and political outreach in your state and district.
• Assisting with fundraising campaigns and mobilizing individuals.
• Representing The Borgen Project at various events.

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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