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10 people are interested
Editor/Writer/Newsletter Volunteer
ORGANIZATION: Project Sub Sahara/Ghana
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10 people are interested
LOOKING FOR EDITOR, WRITER AND NEWSLETTER VOLUNTEER
Project Sub-Sahara (PSS) is a small 501 (c) 3 non-profit located in Vancouver, WA. We are looking for a dynamic and motivated Editor/Writer/Newsletter Volunteer to play a pivotal role in drafting and proofing written documents and communications for our non-profit.
Summary/Objective
The Editor/Writer/Newsletter Volunteer will have primary responsibility for the development, launching, and distribution of our quarterly newsletter for sharing information, maintaining visibility and gaining support for our school supply initiatives for rural schools in Ghana. The amount of time spent on an article varies by the length of the article and by the volunteer’s work preferences; however, deadlines must be strictly observed.
Additionally, the writer will help generate ideas while responding to and developing correspondence emails in response to ongoing initiatives. Moreover, the Editor/Writer/Newsletter Volunteer will assist in the layout and development of our year-end report summarizing all our activities and future goals/endeavors.
As a Volunteer Writer, we believe you to be up-to-date with the latest digital technologies, work independently as well as part of a team. You should have excellent writing, research, and communication skills and be able to express our organization’s views creatively.
Ultimately, you should be able to provide communication support to ensure stakeholders receive timely access to the information they need to remain mission ready.
- Assist with preparation of newsletter content.
- Assist with design of flyers/brochures.
- Ensuring of accuracy of written information.
- Assist with other organizational media efforts.
- Work independently and to follow through on assignments.
- Ability to motivate and work with others or the desire to improve yourself in these areas.
Benefits
- Give back to our global community.
- Gain new experiences and personal growth.
If you are a savvy writer who resides in the US and is interested in leaving a footprint with lasting impact, and who would like to volunteer and help our organization virtually in this endeavor, please contact Dave Beke (dabeke.pss@gmail.com) or Wesley Jordan (wwjordan.pss@gmail.com).
More opportunities with Project Sub Sahara/Ghana
No additional volunteer opportunities at this time.
About Project Sub Sahara/Ghana
Location:
PO Box 1303, Vancouver, WA 98666, US
Mission Statement
Project Sub-Sahara/Ghana promotes the needs and well being of rural area communities of Ghana through education, advocacy, capacity building, volunteer network and grassroots community organizing. Our vision is to ensure healthy lifestyles among poorer communities in Ghana. Project Sub-Sahara's goal is to partner with other non-profit providers and deliver services that can reach and meet the needs of these rural communities in Ghana. Our mission is to promote health education and health awareness in rural communities in Ghana; encourage individuals to assume responsibility for their own health; and provide leadership and capacity building opportunities among providers servicing these communities.
Description
Project Sub Sahara, a small upstart Vancouver, WA based 501 c (3) non-profit organization seeks to network with US volunteer professionals in health care and education for engagement in Ghana. Project Sub Sahara utilizes resources, information and public health education to benefit rural communities in Ghana. PSS accomplishes its activities by coordinating information, referral and outreach programs to assist in promoting education for implementation of better health information and education services.
CAUSE AREAS
WHEN
WHERE
This is a Virtual Opportunity with no fixed address.
DATE POSTED
December 27, 2017
SKILLS
- Technical Writing
- Journalism
- Marketing & Communications (Mar/Com)
- Marketing Strategy & Planning
- Verbal / Written Communication
- Public Relations
GOOD FOR
N/A
REQUIREMENTS
- Minimum of one year - varied hours