Volunteer: Writer/Journalist Programme

The Borgen Project; Dundee; On-site; GBP 60,000 - 80,000; Part time

Job summary

An innovative organization focused on reducing global poverty is seeking passionate individuals for a Writer/Journalist Programme. This part-time, remote opportunity allows you to create impactful content for BORGEN Magazine and contribute to advocacy efforts. With no prior experience required, this programme is perfect for those eager to make a difference. You can work flexibly, completing the programme in as few as 12 weeks while gaining valuable experience and possibly earning college credit. Join a movement that has already benefited millions and help shape foreign policy to prioritize poverty alleviation.

Qualifications

• Passion for fighting poverty and advocacy.
• Ability to write articles and conduct research.

Responsibilities

• Write articles for BORGEN Magazine and the blog.
• Research topics and assist with advocacy efforts.

Skills

Article writing

Research skills

Fundraising

Advocacy

Education

No prior experience required

Job description

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.