Volunteer: Writer/Journalist Programme

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

Job summary

An innovative organization dedicated to reducing global poverty is seeking passionate individuals for a part-time Writer/Journalist Programme. This remote opportunity allows you to contribute to BORGEN Magazine and The Borgen Project Blog while gaining valuable experience in content creation and advocacy. With flexible hours, you can complete the programme at your own pace over 12 weeks. Join a movement that has positively impacted millions and help raise awareness about critical issues affecting those in need. This is a unique chance to make a difference while potentially earning college credit.

Qualifications

• Passionate individuals interested in fighting poverty and advocating for change.
• No prior experience is necessary; open to all backgrounds.

Responsibilities

• Write articles and conduct research on relevant topics.
• Assist with advocacy and fundraising efforts.

Skills

Article writing

Research skills

Advocacy

Fundraising

Job description

Overview

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

Responsibilities include:

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

Experience

No prior experience is necessary. We’re looking for passionate individuals interested in fighting poverty and advocating for change, regardless of GPA or background.

Details

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

Start Date

New programmes begin every month; you can choose your start month.

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