Political Affairs Program
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.
- Aiding in fundraising efforts by creating a personal fundraising campaign and meeting 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.
Requirements
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 program, although college credit is available.
Pay
N/A
Schedule
Part-time 12-hours per week, 12 week program.
Benefits
College credit available.
Qualifications
Availability to work remotely and commit to the program schedule.
Skills
Public speaking, political engagement, fundraising, event coordination, letter writing, community organizing.
About the role
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 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.
Benefits
College credit available.
Pay
N/A
Schedule
Part-time 12-hours per week, 12 week program.