Volunteer: Writer/Journalist Programme

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

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking passionate individuals for their Volunteer Writer/Journalist Programme. This exciting opportunity allows you to contribute to impactful content creation for a renowned magazine and blog focused on global poverty. With a commitment of just 12 hours per week over 12 weeks, you can make a difference while gaining valuable experience in advocacy and writing. Whether you’re a student looking for college credit or someone eager to make a positive impact, this role offers flexibility and the chance to be part of a movement that has already benefitted millions. Join a community dedicated to driving change and making poverty a priority in policy discussions.

Benefits

College credit available

Flexible schedule

Qualifications

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

Responsibilities

• Write articles for BORGEN Magazine and the blog.
• Research topics related to global poverty.
• Assist with advocacy and fundraising efforts.

Skills

Article writing

Researching topics

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