Volunteer: Writer/Journalist Programme

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

Job summary

An innovative organization dedicated to reducing global poverty is seeking passionate individuals for a volunteer Writer/Journalist Programme. This remote opportunity focuses on content creation for BORGEN Magazine and the Project Blog, allowing you to contribute to meaningful advocacy efforts. With no prior experience required, this role is perfect for those eager to make a difference and gain valuable skills. Join a movement that has positively impacted millions and be part of a team that believes in the power of words to drive change. Start your journey in advocacy and make your voice heard!

Benefits

College credit available

Qualifications

• Passion for fighting poverty and advocacy efforts is essential.
• No prior experience necessary; open to all backgrounds.

Responsibilities

• Write articles for BORGEN Magazine and The Borgen Project Blog.
• Research topics related to global poverty and advocacy.

Skills

Article Writing

Research Skills

Advocacy

Fundraising

Education

No specific degree required

Job description

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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.

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.

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

Marketing, Public Relations, and Writing/Editing

Industries

Civic and Social Organizations and Non-profit Organizations