Volunteer: Writer/Journalist Programme

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

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking passionate individuals for a Volunteer: Writer/Journalist Programme. This unique opportunity allows you to contribute to meaningful content creation for a renowned magazine and blog focused on global poverty. You'll engage in researching vital topics, writing impactful articles, and supporting advocacy efforts. The program is flexible and can be completed remotely, making it an ideal fit for those looking to make a difference while gaining valuable experience. Join a movement that has positively impacted millions and help shape the conversation around poverty and social justice.

Benefits

College credit available

Flexible schedule

Work from anywhere

Qualifications

• Passion for fighting poverty and righting wrongs is essential.
• No prior experience necessary, open to all backgrounds.

Responsibilities

• Write articles and research topics related to global poverty.
• Assist with advocacy efforts and fundraising campaigns.

Skills

Article Writing

Research Skills

Fundraising

Advocacy

Education

No specific education 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 will include:

• 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