Application Guide

How to Apply for Administrative Coordinator, Strategic Communications

at DigDeep

🏢 About DigDeep

DigDeep is a unique nonprofit tackling the water access crisis in the U.S., serving over 2 million people without running water. Their community-driven projects like the Navajo Water Project and Appalachia Water Project offer a chance to make tangible impact in underserved areas. Working here means being part of a mission-driven team that values innovation and equity.

About This Role

As the Administrative Coordinator for Strategic Communications, you'll be the backbone of the communications team, ensuring smooth operations across project management, social media, and event logistics. Your work directly amplifies DigDeep's message and supports their mission to close the water access gap. This role is perfect for a detail-oriented organizer who thrives in a fast-paced, remote environment.

💡 A Day in the Life

Start your day by checking Asana for updates on ongoing projects and reviewing the social media content calendar. You might hop on a Slack huddle with the communications team to align on priorities, then spend the morning scheduling posts, tracking performance metrics, and coordinating logistics for an upcoming site visit. After lunch, you could be booking travel for a team member, updating filing systems, or preparing materials for an event—all while keeping a keen eye on deadlines and details.

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🎯 Who DigDeep Is Looking For

  • You have at least 2 years of professional experience and are proficient in Asana, Google Workspace, Slack, and design tools like Canva or Figma.
  • You are exceptionally organized and can juggle multiple projects, deadlines, and stakeholders without missing a beat.
  • You are self-directed and comfortable working remotely, with strong communication skills to keep everyone aligned.
  • You are willing and able to travel up to 50% of the time, including driving long distances or flying to remote project sites.

📝 Tips for Applying to DigDeep

1

Highlight your Asana expertise: mention specific ways you've used it to manage complex projects, like setting up boards, automating workflows, or tracking cross-functional tasks.

2

Show your passion for water access: include a brief mention of why DigDeep's mission resonates with you, and tie it to your own values or experiences.

3

Demonstrate remote work skills: share examples of how you stay productive and communicate effectively in a distributed team, using tools like Slack and Google Workspace.

4

Tailor your resume to the tools listed: explicitly list proficiency in Adobe, Figma, Canva, Slack, Asana, and Google Workspace, and provide examples of projects using each.

5

Prepare for travel willingness: in your cover letter or interview, emphasize your flexibility and enthusiasm for traveling to project sites, even in remote areas.

✉️ What to Emphasize in Your Cover Letter

['Your organizational superpowers: give a concrete example of managing a complex calendar, event, or project with many moving parts.', "Your comfort with the required tools: mention Asana, Canva, and Google Workspace specifically and how you've used them to streamline workflows.", "Your alignment with DigDeep's mission: express genuine interest in water access and how your skills can help amplify their strategic communications.", "Your adaptability for travel: reassure them that you're ready for up to 50% travel and have experience with logistics like booking flights or driving long distances."]

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🔍 Research Before Applying

To stand out, make sure you've researched:

  • → Read DigDeep's latest annual report and their 'Closing the Water Access Gap' report to understand the scale of the problem and their impact.
  • → Explore their blog and press coverage to see how they communicate their work and the tone they use.
  • → Familiarize yourself with the Navajo Water Project and Appalachia Water Project specifically, including recent milestones or challenges.
  • → Check out their social media channels to see the type of content they publish and how they engage their audience.
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💬 Prepare for These Interview Topics

Based on this role, you may be asked about:

1 How do you prioritize tasks when managing multiple projects with tight deadlines? Can you walk us through a recent example?
2 Describe your experience using Asana for project management. How have you used it to track tasks and communicate progress with a team?
3 Tell us about a time you coordinated a complex event or production. What steps did you take to ensure everything ran smoothly?
4 How do you stay organized and self-motivated while working remotely? What tools or routines do you rely on?
5 Why are you interested in DigDeep's mission, and how does this role fit into your career goals?
6 Are you comfortable with frequent travel? How do you handle long drives or flights for work?
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⚠️ Common Mistakes to Avoid

  • Don't submit a generic application: failing to mention DigDeep's mission or specific projects (Navajo Water Project, etc.) shows lack of interest.
  • Don't overlook the travel requirement: if you're not genuinely able or willing to travel 50%, be upfront or reconsider applying.
  • Don't ignore the tool proficiency: if you lack experience with Asana, Figma, or Canva, don't bluff—instead, mention your willingness to learn quickly.

📅 Application Timeline

This position is open until filled. However, we recommend applying as soon as possible as roles at mission-driven organizations tend to fill quickly.

Typical hiring timeline:

1

Application Review

1-2 weeks

2

Initial Screening

Phone call or written assessment

3

Interviews

1-2 rounds, usually virtual

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