Project Coordinator - Donor Development Department

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Project Coordinator - Donor Development Department

Important: Candidates must be available to attend bi-weekly Donor Development team meetings on Tuesdays at 12:00 PM ET.

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 hr@whowhatwhy.org. 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.