Volunteer: Writer/Journalist Programme

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

Job summary

An innovative organization is seeking passionate volunteers for a Writer/Journalist Programme aimed at addressing global poverty. This part-time, remote opportunity allows individuals to create impactful content for BORGEN Magazine and The Borgen Project Blog. Participants will engage in article writing, research, and advocacy efforts, contributing to a movement that has already benefitted millions. With flexible start dates and the potential for college credit, this program is perfect for those eager to make a difference while enhancing their writing skills.

Qualifications

• Passionate individuals committed to fighting poverty and advocating for change.
• No prior experience necessary, open to all backgrounds.

Responsibilities

• Write articles for BORGEN Magazine or The Borgen Project Blog.
• Research topics and assist with advocacy efforts.
• Help with fundraising and meet campaign targets.

Skills

Article writing

Research

Advocacy

Fundraising

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?

The Borgen Project is an international organization that works at the political level to improve living conditions for people impacted by war, famine, and poverty.

With 20 years of experience in advocacy, The Borgen Project has supported the passage of numerous bills benefitting close to 500 million people in developing countries.

Writer/Journalist Programme

The role involves 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 include:

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

Experience: No prior experience necessary. We seek passionate individuals committed to fighting poverty and advocating for change, regardless of background or GPA.

Details: This is an unpaid programme; college credit may be available.

Start Date: New programmes start every month; you can choose your start month.

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