We are seeking two remote content writers to develop educational content and grant submissions. The team of writers develops blog posts, newsletters and grant submissions to support PAWS goals. We have a strong readership of more than 7,000 website hits per month. Our goal is to attract more readers and donors to support our mission. The role falls within two teams - the Education Team and the Grants team at PAWS. There's a lot of collaboration in content development with the Fundraising and Marketing teams. More about PAWS
This will be your chance to become an influential voice for animal welfare and make a real difference! As a Writer for PAWS, you will have the opportunity to enhance your writing and WordPress skills, expand your knowledge and ability to drive excellent SEO rankings and create a valuable impact for people and their pets.
Description:
Responsibilities and Duties:
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Collaborate to brainstorm ideas and topics that appeal to the public and resonate with our mission and values.
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Select grant opportunities from the list and work with prior examples and the Grants Lead to prepare a clear compelling submission to meet timelines.
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Write and publish chosen topics monthly that are relevant, timely and appealing to a broad audience.
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Upload well-written content to the website using WordPress, making use of appropriate brand coherence, structure, and imagery to maximize appeal, impact and SEO (search-engine-optimization) so our material ranks well.
Qualifications and Requirements:
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Has a passion for animal welfare.
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Strong written communication skills.
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Ideally some background in education, formal writing/reporting, and some WordPress experience.
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Organized and self-directed in planning work to meet deadlines
Commitment:
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Can contribute a minimum of 2 hours per week
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Fully expect to be able to contribute for minimum of 6 months
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Location – Canada – this is a virtual role. Monthly meetings are held at 7:30pm EDT
This remote role represents a remarkable opportunity to contribute to the well-being of our communities and the animals we cherish. At PAWS, we are committed to continuously reviewing and improving our programs, and we look forward to welcoming a dedicated Volunteer Writer & Content Developer who shares our passion for creating positive change.If you are ready to join our compassionate team and make a meaningful difference, apply today! Together, we can build a brighter future for pets and their families.
To apply, please send an email with “Writer & Content Developer” in the subject line to volunteer@pawscanada.ca