Volunteer: Writer/Journalist Programme

The Borgen Project; Greater London; 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 remote opportunity allows you to contribute to impactful content creation for an organization dedicated to fighting global poverty. Join a movement that has supported the passage of bills benefiting millions, while gaining valuable experience in writing, research, and advocacy. With flexible scheduling, you can complete the programme at your own pace, making it an ideal opportunity for those looking to make a difference in the world. This is your chance to be part of something bigger and help shape the conversation around poverty.

Qualifications

• No prior experience necessary; we seek passionate individuals eager to fight poverty.
• Availability to commit 12 hours per week for 12 weeks is required.

Responsibilities

• Write articles and create content for BORGEN Magazine and The Borgen Project Blog.
• Research topics and support advocacy efforts.

Skills

Article writing

Research skills

Advocacy support

Fundraising

Job description

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From CNN to The Huffington Post, the world is talking about the movement that is downsizing global poverty. The Borgen Project believes that leaders of the most powerful nations should do more to address global poverty. The campaign aims to make poverty a focus of U.S. and U.K. foreign policy.

Are you passionate about making a difference? Look no further! The Borgen Project is an international organization working at the political level to improve living conditions for those impacted by war, famine, and poverty.

With 20 years of advocacy experience, The Borgen Project has supported the passage of bills benefiting nearly 500 million people in developing countries.

Writer/Journalist Programme

This role involves content creation for BORGEN Magazine or The Borgen Project Blog. It is a part-time, 12 hours per week, 12-week unpaid remote programme. If your availability is limited, you can work ahead to complete the programme sooner.

Responsibilities include:

1. Article writing
2. Researching topics
3. Supporting advocacy efforts
4. Assisting with fundraising by creating a personal campaign and meeting targets

Experience: No prior experience necessary. We seek passionate individuals eager to fight poverty, regardless of background or GPA.

Details: Unpaid programme; college credit may be available.

Start Date: New programmes start monthly; you may choose your start month.

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