Offer summary

Qualifications:

Some experience in project coordination or team-based work, including internships., Strong communication and follow-up skills are essential., Familiarity with project tracking tools like Trello and Google Workspace is required., Must be organized, reliable, and proactive in a remote work environment..

Key responsabilities:

Attend bi-weekly Donor Development meetings to stay updated on projects.

Track and organize departmental projects using tools like Trello or spreadsheets.

Facilitate communication and collaboration between team members and stakeholders.

Ensure timelines and next steps are clearly defined and documented, following up on action items.

Job description

Departmental Project Lead – Donor Development (Volunteer)

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

Help drive and organize projects that power donor engagement and fundraising strategy.

We’re looking for a Departmental Project Lead to support the Donor Development team by coordinating ongoing initiatives, ensuring timelines stay on track, and fostering collaboration across stakeholders.

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 Lead for Donor Development, you’ll:

Attend bi-weekly Donor Development meetings (Tuesdays at 12:00 PM ET)
Track and organize departmental projects in tools like Trello or spreadsheets
Facilitate communication and collaboration between team members and stakeholders
Ensure timelines, ownership, and next steps are clearly defined and documented
Follow up on action items and report on project status
Help prepare basic project visuals or summaries (e.g., checklists, timelines, slides)
Ensure project visibility across the department and escalate blockers when needed

What We’re Looking For

Some experience in project coordination or team-based work (internships and early-career welcome!)
Strong communication and follow-up skills
Familiarity with basic project tracking tools (e.g., Trello, spreadsheets, Google Workspace)
Organized, reliable, and proactive in a remote work environment
Passionate about nonprofit work and values-driven fundraising

What You’ll Gain

Experience supporting a high-impact fundraising and engagement team
Skill-building in project coordination, stakeholder management, and process tracking
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 department meetings, coordination follow-ups, and team collaboration.