Project Coordinator – Editorial (Volunteer)

WhoWhatWhy; United States; Remote; USD 80,000 - 100,000; Part time

Job summary

Join a nonprofit investigative news organization as a Project Coordinator for Editorial. In this remote, part-time volunteer role, you will support editorial projects, maintain organization, and enhance collaboration within the team. Ideal candidates are detail-oriented and communicative, dedicating around 5-7 hours weekly over a minimum commitment of six months.

Benefits

Hands-on experience in a mission-driven newsroom

Flexible remote schedule

Qualifications

• Some experience in project coordination or team-based work is preferred.
• Strong organization and communication skills are essential.
• Self-motivated and reliable in a remote environment.

Responsibilities

• Attend weekly Editorial meetings and help document progress.
• Coordinate across editors, writers, and contributors.
• Maintain project tracking tools.

Skills

Organization

Communication

Follow-up

Tools

Trello

Google Workspace

Spreadsheets

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 [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

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.