Volunteer: Writer/Journalist Programme

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

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking passionate volunteers for their Writer/Journalist Programme. This remote opportunity allows you to create impactful content aimed at reducing global poverty. You'll engage in article writing, research, and advocacy support, contributing to meaningful change. Ideal for individuals looking to gain experience while making a difference, this programme offers flexibility with a commitment of 12 hours per week over 12 weeks. Join a dedicated team working to influence foreign policy and improve living conditions for those affected by poverty.

Benefits

College credit may be available

Flexible schedule

Remote work opportunity

Qualifications

• No prior experience necessary; passion for fighting poverty is key.
• Open to individuals from various backgrounds and education levels.

Responsibilities

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

Skills

Article writing

Researching topics

Advocacy support

Fundraising

Job description

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

Are you passionate about making a difference? The Borgen Project is an international organization working to improve living conditions affected by war, famine, and poverty.

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

Writer/Journalist Programme

This role involves creating content for BORGEN Magazine or The Borgen Project Blog. It is a part-time, unpaid, remote programme of 12 hours per week for 12 weeks. 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 committed to fighting poverty, regardless of background or GPA.

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

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

This volunteer opportunity is offered through VolunteerMatch, in partnership with LinkedIn for Good.