Offer summary

Qualifications:

Some experience in project coordination or team-based work is preferred., Strong organization, communication, and follow-up skills are essential., Familiarity with tools like Trello, spreadsheets, and Google Workspace is required., A passion for nonprofit work and mission-driven fundraising is important..

Key responsibilities:

Attend bi-weekly Donor Development meetings to stay updated.

Maintain task lists and project trackers to ensure organization.

Support communication between team members and document project timelines.

Prepare visuals or summaries to aid in project updates and follow-ups.

Job description

Project Coordinator – Donor Development (Volunteer)

Note: This is a remote, part-time volunteer position. Please do not apply if you are only seeking paid employment.

Support our donor engagement work through effective project coordination.

We’re seeking a Project Coordinator to help the Donor Development team stay organized, connected, and on track. If you’re detail-oriented, proactive, and passionate about supporting purpose-driven work, this is a great opportunity to build experience in nonprofit project coordination.

Who We Are

WhoWhatWhy is a nonprofit investigative news organization producing deep-dive journalism on the most pressing issues of our time. We’re powered by skilled volunteers and a small core staff — from students to seasoned pros — who believe in ethical, independent journalism free from corporate or political influence.

About the Role

As the Project Coordinator for Donor Development, you’ll:

Attend bi-weekly Donor Development meetings (Tuesdays at 12:00 PM ET)
Maintain task lists and project trackers using tools like Trello or spreadsheets
Support communication between team members and collaborators
Help document timelines, task ownership, and next steps
Follow up on outstanding items to ensure smooth progress
Prepare basic visuals or summaries (e.g., checklists, slides, project updates)
Help flag challenges or delays and escalate when necessary

What We’re Looking For

Some experience in project coordination or team-based work (internships and early-career welcome!)
Strong organization, communication, and follow-up skills
Comfortable with tools like Trello, spreadsheets, and Google Workspace
Self-motivated and reliable in a remote environment
Passionate about nonprofit work and mission-driven fundraising

What You’ll Gain

Experience supporting a high-impact fundraising and engagement team
Collaboration with professionals across departments
Flexible, remote schedule (aside from required bi-weekly meeting)

Commitment

We ask for a commitment of 5–7 hours per week and a minimum of 6 months. This includes bi-weekly meetings, project updates, and follow-up communication.

How to Apply

Please send:

Your resume
A short, thoughtful cover letter telling us why this role speaks to you

To confirm that you’ve read this description, include the phrase “Committed to the Mission” and the result of 12 ÷ 3 somewhere in your letter.

If there’s no place to attach a cover letter, email it to [email protected]. Check your spam folder for responses — they sometimes land there.

Reminder

We do not consider generic or AI-generated applications. Your submission should reflect your voice and alignment with our mission.

Join Us

This is your chance to support purpose-driven journalism by helping keep key donor engagement projects on track. If you’re looking for meaningful experience and a collaborative team, we’d love to hear from you.

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