Outreach Coordinator

About the Opportunity

The Pulitzer Center seeks an organized, detail-oriented coordinator to support public programming that connects communities nationwide to critical journalism on global issues. As Outreach Coordinator, you'll work closely with the Program Manager - Outreach to execute diverse community-facing initiatives—from expert convenings to film festivals to grassroots partnerships—that amplify the impact of our journalists' work and expand our reach into new audiences.

This role is ideal for someone early in their career who wants hands-on experience in nonprofit program coordination, community engagement, and partnership development. You'll support all aspects of event execution and relationship management while contributing to monitoring and evaluation efforts that help us understand and improve our impact. You'll work within a collaborative team environment where your organizational skills, attention to detail, and enthusiasm for connecting journalism to public discourse will be essential to our success.

If you're excited about the operational side of mission-driven work—coordinating logistics, building relationships with diverse partners, and ensuring programs run smoothly—this role offers excellent exposure to nonprofit programming and opportunities for professional growth.

About the Pulitzer Center

The Pulitzer Center on Crisis Reporting is an award-winning nonprofit journalism organization that sponsors independent reporting on global issues that mainstream media often overlook. Our education and engagement programs bring this journalism into classrooms, universities, and communities worldwide, using storytelling as a tool for understanding complex challenges and inspiring action.

Our Outreach team creates programming that connects diverse audiences to breakthrough journalism on critical issues—climate change, democracy, global health, human rights, and more. Through partnerships with community organizations, cultural institutions, libraries, and civic groups nationwide, we facilitate dialogue, deepen understanding, and inspire civic engagement. Learn more at pulitzercenter.org.

What You'll Do

Event & Program Coordination (75%)

• Assist in organizing community-facing events, workshops, and activities involving journalists and speakers under Program Manager guidance
• Support execution of grant-affiliated special outreach projects including expert convenings, film festivals, exhibitions, panel discussions, and community dialogues
• Collaborate with Program Manager to implement strategies and initiatives that achieve organizational impact goals and work plan outputs
• Help identify and establish new community partnerships, and support cultivation of existing relationships with community partners, media outlets, cultural institutions, and civic organizations
• Conduct research into experts across research institutions, civil society organizations, and other sectors related to Pulitzer Center focus areas (such as AI, global health, climate change, democracy) to inform partnership development
• Coordinate with Campus Program Coordinator to connect with universities as venues for forums, convenings, and programs reaching relevant outreach audiences
• Manage event logistics including venue coordination, technology setup, materials preparation, attendee communications, and post-event follow-up
• Maintain organized systems for tracking partnerships, events, and program activities

Financial Administration & Evaluation Support (10%)

• Assist Program Manager with coordination of payment submissions for speaker honoraria and event-related expenses
• Support database management and programmatic evaluation activities
• Help build reports and dashboards for grant reporting requirements
• Create and review surveys and evaluation tools under Program Manager supervision
• Maintain accurate records of program activities and outcomes

Communications & Promotion (5%)

• Work with Communications and Publishing teams to promote events through Pulitzer Center website, social media, newsletters, and additional channels
• Draft event descriptions, promotional materials, and audience communications
• Support documentation of programs for internal and external audiences

Participation in Organizational Culture & Values (10%)

• Engage in task forces, training sessions, committees, special projects, organizational events, and activities that support the Pulitzer Center's mission and culture
• Participate actively in organizational planning processes

Compensation & Benefits

• Salary Range: $48,000 - $55,000 annually, commensurate with experience
• Comprehensive benefits package including health insurance, retirement plan with employer contribution, generous PTO, professional development support
• Remote work arrangement with flexibility for work-life balance

Required Qualifications

• 1-3 years of experience in program coordination, event planning, nonprofit operations, community engagement, or related fields
• Strong organizational and project management skills with meticulous attention to detail
• Ability to manage multiple tasks and deadlines simultaneously while maintaining quality
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills
• Proficiency with technology tools including Google Workspace, Zoom, virtual event platforms, and database/CRM systems
• Demonstrated ability to work collaboratively and take direction while also showing initiative
• Professional demeanor with ability to interact effectively with diverse stakeholders including community partners, journalists, and organizational leadership
• Commitment to equity and inclusion with interest in engaging diverse communities
• Ability to work independently in a remote environment with strong self-direction and accountability
• Flexibility and adaptability in fast-paced environment with evolving priorities

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience in journalism, media, arts, cultural programming, or civic engagement fields
• Interest in or knowledge of global issues including climate change, democracy, global health, human rights, social justice
• Experience with program evaluation, surveys, or data management
• Familiarity with event planning for both virtual and in-person formats
• Experience working with community-based organizations or cultural institutions
• Spanish language proficiency or other languages relevant to diverse community engagement
• Grant administration or nonprofit finance experience
• Graphic design or basic communications/marketing skills

Success Metrics

Your impact will be measured by:

• Execution Excellence: Smooth, well-organized execution of events and programs with strong attention to logistics and participant experience
• Partnership Support: Effective relationship management and communication with community partners and stakeholders
• Administrative Accuracy: Timely, accurate completion of financial processing, documentation, and reporting tasks
• Evaluation Contribution: Quality support for monitoring and evaluation activities including data collection and reporting
• Team Collaboration: Responsiveness, reliability, and positive contributions to team effectiveness
• Initiative & Growth: Demonstration of growing capabilities and increasing independence in role responsibilities

Location & Work Arrangement

This position is fully remote and open to candidates located anywhere in the United States, with a preference for candidates in Eastern or Central time zones to facilitate collaboration with community partners, team members, and organizational leadership.

Travel Requirements: This role requires approximately 10-15% domestic travel annually for:

• Support of in-person program events and convenings
• Team meetings and organizational gatherings
• Occasional partner site visits and relationship building activities
• Professional development opportunities

The ideal candidate will be comfortable with regular virtual collaboration, occasional multi-day travel commitments, and flexible scheduling to accommodate event needs and partners across time zones.

Equal Opportunity Employer

The Pulitzer Center is an equal opportunity employer committed to building a diverse and inclusive team. We strongly encourage applications from people of color, women, LGBTQ+ individuals, people with disabilities, members of ethnic minorities, foreign-born residents, and veterans. We value diverse perspectives and life experiences.