Volunteer: Writer/Journalist Programme

The Borgen Project; Plymouth; Remote; GBP 60,000 - 80,000; Part time

Job summary

The Borgen Project offers a Writer/Journalist Programme focused on content creation for its magazine and blog. This part-time, unpaid opportunity allows individuals to engage in advocacy and fundraising efforts to combat global poverty. Ideal for those passionate about making a difference, with flexible start dates and the option for college credit.

Benefits

College credit available

Qualifications

• No prior experience necessary.
• Passion for fighting poverty and advocacy is essential.

Responsibilities

• Article writing for BORGEN Magazine or The Borgen Project Blog.
• Researching topics related to global poverty.
• Assisting with advocacy efforts.
• Creating and managing a personal fundraising campaign.

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 Programme

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

This is a part-time, unpaid, remote programme of 12 hours per week for 12 weeks. If your availability is limited, you can work ahead to complete the programme in fewer weeks.

Responsibilities include:

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

Experience: No prior experience is necessary. We are seeking individuals passionate about fighting poverty and righting wrongs, regardless of GPA or background.

Details: This is an unpaid programme, although college credit is available.

Start Date: New programmes begin every month; you may choose your start month.

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