Volunteer: Writer/Journalist Program

The Borgen Project; Whitehorse; Remote; CAD 80,000 - 100,000; Part time

Job summary

A nonprofit organization is seeking passionate individuals for a part-time, unpaid Writer/Journalist Program. This remote opportunity focuses on content creation for the organization's magazine and blog. Responsibilities include writing articles, researching topics, assisting with advocacy, and creating fundraising campaigns. No prior experience is necessary. Programs begin each month, allowing for flexible start dates.

Qualifications

• Passionate about fighting poverty and advocating for change.

Responsibilities

• Write articles
• Research topics
• Assist with advocacy efforts
• Create personal fundraising campaigns

Job description

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, unpaid, remote program of 12 hours per week for 12 weeks. If your availability is limited, you can work ahead and complete the program sooner.

Responsibilities include:

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

Experience

No prior experience is necessary. We seek individuals passionate about fighting poverty and advocating for change, regardless of background or GPA.

Details

This is an unpaid opportunity, though college credit may be available.

Start Date

Programs begin each month; you may choose your start date.

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