Application Guide

How to Apply for Coordinator (Non-Profit)

at The Intercept

🏢 About The Intercept

The Intercept is an independent news organization known for its fearless, adversarial journalism that holds powerful institutions accountable. Working here means joining a team committed to transparency and social justice, with a remote-first culture that values autonomy and impact.

About This Role

This role is the operational backbone for the CEO and General Counsel, managing complex calendars, high-stakes meetings, and travel logistics. You'll also support fundraising operations, directly contributing to the financial sustainability of impactful journalism.

💡 A Day in the Life

Start your day by reviewing the CEO's and General Counsel's schedules, adjusting for any urgent changes. You might coordinate a board meeting logistics call in the morning, process donor gifts and research prospects in the afternoon, and finalize travel arrangements for an upcoming investigative trip. Throughout, you'll field requests from multiple leaders, ensuring nothing falls through the cracks.

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🎯 Who The Intercept Is Looking For

  • A detail-oriented generalist who thrives on juggling diverse tasks—from scheduling board meetings to processing donor gifts—without missing a beat.
  • Someone with a high level of discretion and confidentiality, as you'll handle sensitive executive and donor information.
  • Adaptable and calm under pressure, able to support multiple senior leaders with different working styles and priorities.
  • At least 3 years of full-time experience in administrative support, ideally within non-profit, media, or mission-driven organizations.

📝 Tips for Applying to The Intercept

1

Tailor your resume to highlight experience with executive calendar management and fundraising operations (e.g., gift entry, donor research).

2

In your cover letter, explicitly mention your commitment to confidentiality and give an example of handling sensitive information.

3

Research The Intercept's recent investigations and mention one in your application to show genuine interest in their mission.

4

If you have experience with remote work or coordinating across time zones, highlight that—this is a fully remote role.

5

Use specific metrics where possible, like 'managed calendars for 3 executives' or 'processed 200+ gifts per quarter'.

✉️ What to Emphasize in Your Cover Letter

['Your ability to handle multiple, fast-moving priorities with discretion and professionalism.', 'Direct experience with executive support, board logistics, and fundraising tasks.', "Alignment with The Intercept's mission of accountability journalism and your interest in supporting that work behind the scenes.", 'Your adaptability and comfort working remotely with minimal supervision.']

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🔍 Research Before Applying

To stand out, make sure you've researched:

  • → Read recent investigative reports from The Intercept to understand their editorial focus and impact.
  • → Look into their funding model—they are a non-profit supported by foundations and donors—to grasp the importance of the fundraising support aspect.
  • → Review their 'About' page and mission statement to articulate why their work matters to you.
  • → Check their careers page or social media for any recent updates or team culture insights.
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💬 Prepare for These Interview Topics

Based on this role, you may be asked about:

1 Describe a time you had to manage conflicting priorities from two senior leaders. How did you handle it?
2 How do you ensure accuracy and confidentiality when processing financial or donor information?
3 What experience do you have with travel coordination? Give an example of a complex trip you arranged.
4 Why are you interested in working for The Intercept specifically? What do you know about our recent work?
5 How do you stay organized and communicate effectively in a remote team environment?
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⚠️ Common Mistakes to Avoid

  • Don't submit a generic application—failing to mention The Intercept or their work suggests you're not genuinely interested.
  • Avoid overpromising experience you don't have; instead, emphasize transferable skills and eagerness to learn.
  • Don't neglect the fundraising aspect—many applicants focus only on admin, but this role explicitly includes gift entry and donor research.

📅 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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