Volunteer: Writer/Journalist Program

The Borgen Project; Calgary; Remote; CAD 60,000 - 80,000; Part time

Job summary

An established industry player is offering a unique opportunity to join their Volunteer: Writer/Journalist Program. This part-time, remote role focuses on creating impactful content for BORGEN Magazine and The Borgen Project Blog. You'll engage in writing, research, and advocacy efforts aimed at addressing global poverty. With no prior experience required, this program welcomes passionate individuals eager to make a difference. Join a movement that has supported millions in improving their living conditions and gain valuable experience while contributing to a noble cause.

Qualifications

• Passionate individuals committed to fighting poverty, regardless of background or GPA.
• No prior experience necessary; college credit may be available.

Responsibilities

• Write articles and research various topics related to global poverty.
• Assist with advocacy efforts and fundraising campaigns.

Skills

Article writing

Researching topics

Advocacy

Fundraising

Job description

Join to apply for the Volunteer: Writer/Journalist Program role at The Borgen Project.

From CNN to The Huffington Post, the world is talking about the innovative movement that is downsizing global poverty. The Borgen Project believes that leaders of the most powerful nations on earth should be doing more to address global poverty. The national campaign is working to make poverty a focus of U.S. and U.K. foreign policy.

Are you passionate about making a difference in the world?

The Borgen Project is an international organization that works at the political level to improve living conditions for people impacted by war, famine, and poverty.

With 20 years of experience in advocacy, The Borgen Project has supported the passage of numerous bills benefiting close to 500 million people in developing countries.

Writer/Journalist Program

This role focuses on content creation for BORGEN Magazine or The Borgen Project Blog.

This is a part-time, 12 hours/week, 12-week unpaid remote program. If your availability is limited, you can work ahead and complete the program in fewer weeks.

Responsibilities include:

1. Article writing
2. Researching topics
3. Assisting with advocacy efforts
4. Assisting with fundraising, including creating a personal campaign and meeting targets

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

Details: This is an unpaid program; college credit may be available.

Start Date: New programs start every month; you can choose your start month.

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