Offer summary

Qualifications:

Experience in project coordination or team-based work, including internships or early-career roles., Strong organizational and communication skills, with attention to detail., Proficiency with tools like Trello, spreadsheets, and Google Workspace., Interest in nonprofit missions and the editorial/journalism process..

Key responsibilities:

Attend weekly editorial meetings and support team communication.

Maintain and update project tracking tools and documentation.

Coordinate workflows among editors, writers, and contributors.

Follow up on tasks and prepare project summaries or visual updates.

Job description

Project Coordinator – Editorial (Volunteer)

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

Important: Candidates must be available to attend weekly Editorial team meetings on Mondays at 11:00 AM ET.

Support fearless journalism by keeping editorial projects organized and on track.

We're seeking a Project Coordinator to help the Editorial team stay aligned, meet deadlines, and move forward collaboratively. This role is ideal for someone detail-oriented, communicative, and excited about supporting the behind-the-scenes engine of investigative journalism.

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 Editorial, you’ll:

Attend weekly Editorial meetings (Mondays at 11:00 AM ET)
Help maintain project tracking tools like Trello, spreadsheets, or shared docs
Coordinate across editors, writers, and other contributors to keep workflows moving
Ensure deadlines, assignments, and progress updates are clearly documented
Follow up with team members on open tasks and blockers
Prepare basic project summaries or visual updates (e.g., timelines, checklists)
Support overall visibility and accountability in editorial processes

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
Interest in nonprofit missions and the editorial/journalism process

What You’ll Gain

Hands-on experience in a mission-driven newsroom environment
Exposure to editorial project workflows and team collaboration
Flexible, remote schedule (aside from the required weekly meeting)

Commitment

We ask for a commitment of 5–7 hours per week and a minimum of 6 months. This includes weekly editorial 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

Be part of a team committed to truth-telling and impact. As our Editorial Project Coordinator, you’ll help ensure the newsroom runs smoothly — and stories that matter get told.

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