Remote job at PULITZER CENTER
JOB ALERT
PULITZER CENTER IS HIRING
POSITION: Program Coordinator, AI Initiative
EMPLOYER: Pulitzer Center
JOB TYPE: Full-Time
LOCATION: Global Remote
WORK ARRANGEMENT: Fully Remote
SALARY: USD 54,500 – USD 62,000 annually, commensurate with experience
APPLICATION DEADLINE: Not Specified
ABOUT PULITZER CENTER
The Pulitzer Center champions the power of journalism and storytelling to make complex issues relevant and inspire action.
Founded in 2006, the Center supports enterprise reporting in the United States and around the world, working with thousands of journalists and educators across more than 80 countries.
The organization seeks a mission-driven Program Coordinator to support the growing AI Initiative and help coordinate AI-focused journalism, education, training, grants, fellowships and community-building activities.
ABOUT THE ROLE
The Program Coordinator will serve as an important operational link within the AI Accountability Network.
The role involves coordinating communications, training programmes, newsletters, grants, fellowships, external partners and editorial activities.
The successful candidate will work with AI editors, the AI Spotlight Series coordinator, operations teams, contractors, coaches, fellows, grantees and partners across different countries and time zones.
KEY RESPONSIBILITIES
AI NEWSLETTER
Source relevant stories and authors for the bi-weekly AI newsletter.
Solicit written contributions and coordinate the editorial workflow.
Schedule writers, establish targets and track newsletter performance metrics.
AI SPOTLIGHT SERIES
Coordinate AI Spotlight Series activities with external contractors.
Support scheduling, event coordination, coach identification, live translation arrangements, regional partnerships and technical support.
Develop and assess trainee surveys.
Support community-building and promotion initiatives.
Identify opportunities for in-person delivery of AI Spotlight Series modules and coordinate event planning.
Manage applications for training sessions, including reviewing applications and selecting candidates.
Coordinate with coaches, videographers and other external contractors involved in developing online curriculum.
Support ongoing curriculum development.
Coordinate content and design updates for the AI Spotlight Series website.
Build and maintain dashboards tracking website traffic and other performance metrics.
Support data analysis, accessibility and usability initiatives.
Manage the AI Listserv, including moderation, content development and platform administration.
GRANTS AND PROGRAMME ADMINISTRATION
Process paperwork for approved reporting projects.
Schedule grantee and AI Spotlight Series payments.
Track deliverables and project statuses.
Support grant paperwork for coaches, fellows and grantees.
Monitor schedules, troubleshoot administrative issues and escalate matters where necessary.
Administer programme payments to external partners, fellows and grantees.
Track programme impact and develop metrics to support decision-making.
Support funder communications and reports by providing data, reports and drafted content.
Coordinate conference participation, panels, logistics and travel for AI team members and grantees.
Support the development and launch of new AI products and initiatives.
COMMUNICATIONS AND EDITORIAL SUPPORT
Work with the Communications team to promote events, programmes and resources.
Manage and respond to questions received through the editorial email.
Support editorial administrative tasks, including collecting and analysing grantee demographic data.
Support website content development and publishing.
Provide copywriting support for email and website content.
GENERAL ORGANIZATIONAL SUPPORT
Participate in organizational meetings, committees, task forces, training sessions and special projects.
Contribute to organizational planning processes and activities that support the Pulitzer Center’s mission and values.
QUALIFICATIONS AND REQUIREMENTS
At least 5 years of experience supporting administrative and programme activities for distributed teams.
Demonstrated interest in or knowledge of technology’s impact on society, algorithmic accountability and related issues.
Experience with or demonstrated interest and understanding of AI in journalism and media.
Ability to work independently and take initiative.
Strong organizational and communication skills.
Ability to manage multiple projects and deadlines effectively.
Experience developing efficient workflows and systems for complex programmes.
Cultural awareness and sensitivity when working with colleagues and grantees across different nationalities.
Proficiency in one or more Pulitzer Center languages in addition to English, including Spanish, Portuguese, Bahasa Indonesia or French.
Experience with grant administration or payment processing in a nonprofit environment.
Commitment to equity and collaboration.
Experience coordinating training programmes, virtual events and surveys.
Experience creating newsletters and managing online communities, listservs or similar platforms.
Experience working with spreadsheets and tabular data.
Knowledge of website analytics tools and accessibility best practices.
SUCCESS WILL BE MEASURED BY
Consistent and high-quality production of the bi-weekly AI newsletter.
Smooth coordination of AI Spotlight Series sessions and participant experiences.
Accurate and timely processing of grants, payments and programme documentation.
Development and maintenance of useful impact metrics.
Clear and responsive communication with grantees, coaches, trainees and internal teams.
Improvements to programme workflows and efficiency.
Growth and engagement of the AI Listserv and related communities.
COMPENSATION AND BENEFITS
Salary: USD 54,500 – USD 62,000 per year.
Benefits may include health insurance, retirement plan with employer contribution, paid time off, professional development support and other benefits.
For US-based employees, the stated salary range applies and the benefits package includes healthcare coverage, health savings accounts, 403(b) retirement plan, paid leave, transit benefits, parental leave and insurance coverage.
The position is fully remote and open to candidates located anywhere in the world.
The successful candidate should be comfortable with virtual collaboration, flexible scheduling across time zones and occasional multi-day travel.
EQUAL OPPORTUNITY
The Pulitzer Center is committed to building a diverse and inclusive team and encourages applications from people with diverse backgrounds, perspectives and life experiences.
HOW TO APPLY
Interested and qualified candidates should submit their application through the official recruitment portal.
APPLICATION LINK:
Apply for Program Coordinator, AI Initiative
APPLICATION DEADLINE: Not Specified
