Advocacy Campaigns & Communications Coordinator

Environmental Defense Fund; Washington; Hybrid; USD 60,000 - 65,000; Full time

Job summary

Environmental Defense Fund in Washington, DC (hybrid) seeks a Coordinator for EDF Action to support advocacy campaigns and internal communications. The role emphasizes writing, coordination, and stakeholder collaboration across EDF Action and related programs.

The position focuses on developing donor communications, planning events, and ensuring timely delivery of materials. A background in nonprofit fundraising and strong writing skills are highly valued.

Qualifications

• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
• Experience in fundraising, nonprofit or electoral settings preferred.
• Strong organizational and analytical abilities; manage multiple projects.
• Ability to handle confidential information with discretion.

Responsibilities

• Coordinate with EDF Action leadership to manage projects with internal and external stakeholders.
• Draft, edit, and proofread donor communications and reports to reflect priorities.
• Prepare donor and board materials for meetings and events.
• Facilitate communication within EDF Action and across programs.
• Support events, research, promotions, and external educational activities.
• Track deliverables and ensure timely completion with team alignment.
• Contribute to promotional, fundraising and outreach communications.
• Schedule meetings and capture key takeaways, next steps, and resources.
• Develop metrics for grant reporting and donor presentations.
• Handle travel arrangements, expense reports, and meeting logistics.
• Support organizational effectiveness and inclusive culture initiatives.

Skills

Verbal communication

Written communication

Relationship building

Cross-functional collaboration

Listening skills

Education

Associate degree or equivalent

Tools

Microsoft Word

Microsoft Excel

PowerPoint

Outlook

Salesforce

Job description

Environmental Defense Fund in Washington, DC (hybrid) seeks a Coordinator for EDF Action to support advocacy campaigns and internal communications. The role emphasizes writing, coordination, and stakeholder collaboration across EDF Action and related programs.

The position focuses on developing donor communications, planning events, and ensuring timely delivery of materials. A background in nonprofit fundraising and strong writing skills are highly valued.