Researcher/Writer/Editor
ORGANIZATION: Idealist.org
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Recruiting Organization: Dweebs Global
About The Position
We are looking for Researchers/Writers to join a project called "Legislative Explainers". The purpose of this project is to take the original text of a piece of legislation and condense it into understandable language.
Overview of Role:
- Most of this work will be doing research, reading statutes, and writing articles
- Condensing a legislative piece into a shorter text written in understandable language.
- In addition to condensation, detailing the bill’s historical or scientific context, implications, common misconceptions
- Participating in weekly team meetings
Why you should apply:
- Develop your professional skills while promoting a non-profit organization that makes a positive impact on the world.
- Work with a diverse, international team from all over the world.
- Explore your career interests in a supportive environment.
Requirements:
- Statute-reading ability
- A practicing lawyer or law student
- Reading/Writing, Verbal/Written Communication expertise
- One published piece under your belt (could be anything like poetry, Op-Ed, journal)
- Policy Research experience
- Ideally, a commitment of 10-12 hours per week
We encourage you to apply for this exciting opportunity! If you are interested, please send your résumé to Preeti Kulkarni at preeti.kulkarni@dweebsglobal.org and fill out the Google Form linked here to sign up for an interview time! https://forms.gle/tZKNBpJ2fTyueneS6
*Note: right now, our entire organization is fully volunteer. We have no paid employees, including our staff who donate 60-80 hours a week for free. If this position is not a fit for you, Dweebs Global offers an array of volunteer opportunities which can be viewed on the website. Other potential of interest include the legal, medical, tech, arts, and business fields.
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This opportunity is recurring
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About Idealist.org
Location:
389 5th Ave, 9th Floor, New York, NY 11109, US
Mission Statement
To bridge the gap between intention and action in order to bring about social impact.
Description
Idealist is a leading online global resource for finding jobs in the nonprofit sector, as well as volunteer opportunities and graduate school programs for social impact.
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8 The GreenDover, DE 19901
DATE POSTED
December 30, 2021
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- PART_TIME