Skilled Volunteer Role: PR Support

Position Title: PR Support Volunteer

Location: Remote

Commitment: 5-10 hours per month (flexible)

Role Overview:

We are seeking an experienced PR professional to support our marketing team on a volunteer/pro-bono basis. We are currently looking to increase the amount of media coverage we’re getting, but the current team has limited capacity to do media outreach. The marketing team can also contribute 5-10 hours a month to PR, so the volunteer will be supported in this role and gain input and feedback.

Why apply:

We think many more people should be learning about effective giving, and how they can find exceptional charities. This is a really exciting opportunity for someone who is aligned with our mission to spread the word about Giving What We Can, and hopefully see some exciting results and increased impact due to your support! You’ll also get the chance to work closely with one of the most established organisations in the effective giving organisations, that has almost 9000 lifetime members and has helped move over $300 million.

GWWC has been covered in outlets like: BBC, The Guardian, Washington Post and Time Magazine as well as podcasts like: TED Interview, Ten Percent Happier with Dan Harris, Armchair Expert, Making Sense with Sam Harris and many more. Here’s a full list of media coverage.

Who should apply:

Key Responsibilities:

• Developing pitches: Coming up with angles for media coverage that utilise our key messages and advocates and that will resonate with target audiences
• Media Outreach: Identifying and reaching out to media outlets, podcasts, journalists, and influencers to secure coverage for Giving What We Can.
• Press Releases: Drafting and distributing press releases, ensuring they are compelling, accurate, and aligned with our mission.
• Media Monitoring: Tracking and reporting on media coverage of Giving What We Can and relevant topics in the effective giving and philanthropy space.

Skills:

• Strong written and verbal communication skills.
• Experience in public relations, media and communications.
• Ability to work independently, with input from our team.
• Passion for the mission of Giving What We Can.

How to Apply:

Please send your resume and a brief cover letter explaining your interest in the role and any relevant experience to hiring@givingwhatwecan.org, with the subject “PR Support Volunteer”. Applications will be reviewed on a rolling basis.