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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 foreign policy.
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.
Responsibilities
- 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.
Watch our video to learn more about The Borgen Project.
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Contact Detail:
The Borgen Project Recruiting Team
How to prepare for a job interview at The Borgen Project
✨Know Your Advocacy
Make sure you understand the key issues surrounding global poverty and the work of The Borgen Project. Familiarise yourself with recent legislation and how it impacts poverty reduction. This will show your passion and commitment during the interview.
✨Practice Your Pitch
Since you'll be representing The Borgen Project, practice how you would introduce the organisation and its mission. Prepare a brief pitch about why fighting poverty is important to you and how you can contribute to their goals.
✨Engage with Current Events
Stay updated on current events related to poverty and public policy. Being able to discuss recent news or developments in this area will demonstrate your engagement and knowledge, making you a more compelling candidate.
✨Show Your Fundraising Flair
Think creatively about fundraising ideas you could implement. Be ready to share your thoughts on how to mobilise support for poverty-reduction initiatives. This shows initiative and aligns with the responsibilities of the role.
