Volunteer: Writer/Journalist Programme

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

Job summary

Join an innovative movement aimed at reducing global poverty through impactful content creation. This volunteer role offers the chance to contribute to BORGEN Magazine and The Borgen Project Blog, helping to raise awareness and advocate for change. With a flexible schedule, you can work remotely and complete the program at your own pace. Ideal for those passionate about social justice and eager to make a difference, this opportunity provides valuable experience in writing, research, and advocacy efforts. Be part of a dedicated team working towards a noble cause and gain insights into the world of non-profit organizations.

Benefits

College credit available

Flexible schedule

Remote work opportunity

Qualifications

• Passion for fighting poverty and advocacy.
• No prior experience necessary, open to all backgrounds.

Responsibilities

• Writing articles for BORGEN Magazine and the blog.
• Researching relevant topics and assisting in advocacy efforts.

Skills

Article writing

Researching topics

Fundraising

Education

No specific educational requirement

Job description

Join to apply for the Volunteer: Writer/Journalist Programme role at The Borgen Project.

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.

Writer/Journalist Programme

The role is focused on content creation for BORGEN Magazine or The Borgen Project Blog.

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

• Article writing.
• Researching topics.
• Assisting with The Borgen Project's advocacy efforts.
• Assisting with fundraising. Create a personal fundraising campaign and meet targets.

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. 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

Marketing, Public Relations, and Writing/Editing

Industries

Civic and Social Organizations and Non-profit Organizations