Note: This is a remote, part-time volunteer position. Please do not apply if you are only seeking paid employment.
Help keep editorial initiatives on track and aligned with our newsroom’s mission.
We’re looking for a Departmental Project Lead to support the Editorial team by coordinating projects, improving visibility across the newsroom, and ensuring collaborative progress.
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.
As the Project Lead for Editorial, you’ll:
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.
Please send:
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.
We do not consider generic or AI-generated applications. Your submission should reflect your voice and alignment with our mission.
This is your chance to support fearless journalism by coordinating the editorial team’s most important initiatives.
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