Project Coordinator – Donor Development (Volunteer)

WhoWhatWhy; United States; Remote; USD 60,000 - 80,000; Part time

Job summary

Join a nonprofit investigative journalism organization as a Project Coordinator for Donor Development. This volunteer position is ideal for those detail-oriented and passionate about nonprofit work, allowing you to gain valuable experience while supporting vital donor engagement projects.

Benefits

Flexible schedule

Experience in nonprofit project coordination

Collaboration with skilled volunteers

Qualifications

• Some experience in project coordination or team-based work.
• Self-motivated and reliable in a remote environment.
• Comfortable with tools like Trello and spreadsheets.

Responsibilities

• Attend bi-weekly Donor Development meetings (Tuesdays at 12:00 PM ET).
• Maintain task lists and project trackers.
• Support communication between team members.

Skills

Organization

Communication

Time Management

Tools

Trello

Google Workspace

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.

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 [e-mail]. 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.