Volunteer: Political Affairs Programme

Borgen Project; Bury; Remote; GBP 10,000 - 40,000; Part time

Job summary

An established organization focused on reducing global poverty is seeking passionate volunteers for its Political Affairs Programme. This part-time, remote opportunity allows you to engage with political leaders and advocate for poverty reduction policies. You'll be involved in outreach, fundraising, and representing the organization at various events. This role is perfect for those eager to make a difference and gain valuable experience in advocacy and public engagement. Join a movement that has positively impacted millions and help shape foreign policy to prioritize the fight against poverty.

Benefits

College Credit Available

Qualifications

• Passionate individuals committed to fighting poverty.
• No prior experience necessary; enthusiasm is key.

Responsibilities

• Lead public and political outreach initiatives.
• Represent the organization at various events.
• Assist in fundraising and mobilizing support for legislation.

Skills

Public Outreach

Fundraising

Political Engagement

Communication Skills

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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? Look no further! The Borgen Project is an international organisation that works at the political level to improve living conditions for people impacted by war, famine and poverty.

With 20 years of experience in the advocacy space, The Borgen Project has worked to support the passage of numerous bills that have benefitted close to 500 million people in developing countries.

Political Affairs Programme

The role focuses on making poverty a focus of U.S., Canadian and U.K. foreign policy. This is a part-time 12-hours per week, 12 week, unpaid remote programme. If your availability is limited, you can work ahead and complete the programme in fewer weeks.

Responsibilities Will Include

• 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 business, political and community events.
• Assisting with fundraising. Create a personal fundraising campaign and meet targets.
• Mobilizing individuals to contact their members of Government in support of key poverty-reduction legislation.
• Speaking to groups, classes and organizations.
• Writing letters of support for key programs to political leaders, media and other groups.

Experience

No prior experience is necessary, we’re looking for people who are passionate about fighting poverty and righting wrongs, regardless of your GPAs/background.

Details

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

Start Date

New programmes begin every month, you choose the month you wish to start.

This is a volunteer opportunity provided by VolunteerMatch, in partnership with LinkedIn for Good.

Seniority level

Associate

Employment type

Volunteer

Job function

Other

Industries

Civic and Social Organizations and Non-profit Organizations