Volunteer: Political Affairs Programme

Volunteermatch; Plymouth; Remote; GBP 10,000 - 40,000; Part time

Job summary

An innovative organization is seeking passionate individuals to join their political advocacy programme focused on making poverty a priority in foreign policy. This role offers a unique opportunity to engage with global issues and contribute to meaningful change. As part of a dedicated team, you will collaborate on strategies, conduct research, and promote awareness of poverty-related policies. This unpaid part-time programme allows you to work remotely and offers flexibility to complete tasks at your pace. If you are eager to make a difference and work towards impactful solutions, this is the perfect opportunity for you.

Qualifications

• Strong interest in global issues and advocacy is essential.
• Excellent communication skills are required for effective engagement.

Responsibilities

• Engage in advocacy efforts to promote global poverty awareness.
• Collaborate with team members on policy initiatives.

Skills

Advocacy

Communication Skills

Research and Analysis

Education

Interest in Global Issues

Job description

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.

1120 Pacific Avenue Suite 100, Tacoma, WA 98402, US

Mission Statement

The Borgen Project is an innovative, national campaign that works with U.S. and U.K. leaders to improve their response to the global poverty crisis.

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.

CAUSE AREAS

Advocacy & Human Rights

Immigrants & Refugees

Responsibilities

1. Engage in advocacy efforts to promote global poverty awareness.
2. Collaborate with team members to strategize on policy initiatives.
3. Research and analyze current foreign policy related to poverty.

Qualifications

1. Strong interest in global issues and advocacy.
2. Excellent communication skills.
3. Ability to work independently and as part of a team.