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Volunteer: Political Affairs Programme

The Borgen Project

Dundee

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GBP 10,000 - 40,000

2 days ago

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An established industry player is seeking passionate individuals to join their political affairs programme aimed at making poverty a priority in foreign policy. This part-time, remote volunteer opportunity allows you to engage in meaningful advocacy work, leading outreach efforts and fundraising campaigns. With flexible start dates and the potential for college credit, this programme is perfect for those eager to make a difference in the world. If you have a passion for social justice and want to contribute to impactful change, this role is for you!

College credit available

Flexible schedule

Remote work

Passion for fighting poverty and advocacy work is essential.
No prior experience is necessary; enthusiasm is key.

Lead public and political outreach efforts in your area.
Assist with fundraising and mobilize individuals for key legislation.
Represent the organization at various events and meetings.

Public Speaking

Fundraising

Political Outreach

Advocacy

No specific education required

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.

Political Affairs Programme The role focuses on making poverty a focus of U.S., Canadian and U.K. foreign policy. 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 Will Include:

Leading public and political outreach in your state and district.
Meeting with members of Congress/Government in your State/District/Constituency.
Representing The Borgen Project at various business, political and community events.
Assisting with fundraising. Create a personal fundraising campaign and meet targets.
Mobilizing individuals to contact their members of Government in support of key poverty-reduction legislation.
Speaking to groups, classes and organizations.
Writing letters of support for key programs to political leaders, media and other groups.

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.

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