Project Coordinator (Pro Bono)

Our Foundation Mission, Vision, and Values

At VPMMA, our core purpose is to empower and equip military service members, veterans, and military spouses to achieve excellence in project management careers through mentoring and professional development. We envision ourselves as the most sought-after partner for guiding veterans on their journey to becoming project managers.

Our four core values underpin these aspirations

• Commitment We uphold integrity, transparency, and ethics in all our operations endeavors.
• Empowerment We empower all military service members, veterans, and military spouses to pursue rewarding and prosperous careers in project management.
• Community We actively cultivate a strong and supportive network by collaborating with other veteran agencies and partners to provide the best resources, tools, skills, and training.
• Advocacy We offer a unified voice for project managers for the industry, government, military, veteran affairs, and the wider community.
  
  

Whom We Serve Our Valued Community

Our alliance is dedicated to fostering the professional development of U.S. military service members, veterans, and their spouses. We accomplish this by offering various membership options, including General Membership for service members, veterans, and their spouses, along with Professional, Corporate, and Nonprofit Partner Memberships for individuals and organizations that wish to engage more deeply with our mission. Our goal is to be the premier resource for this community as they pursue or advance their careers in project management within the civilian workforce.

Our Programs and Services A Holistic Approach

VPMMA offers a wide range of mentorship and development programs, specifically designed to meet the diverse needs of our members. These include

• Mentorship Programs We provide One-on-One, Group, Reverse, Diversity, and Peer Mentorship to offer tailored guidance and promote collective learning.
• Professional Development Our offerings include customized training materials, skill-building workshops, learning events (seminars, webinars), advanced training, and certification preparation. We also address personal project management skills and entrepreneurship training.
• Career Transition Support We offer resources and guidance to members navigating career transitions, including support for resumes, access to job boards, and career transition assistance.
• Community Building We create professional connections through networking opportunities and collaborative learning events.
• Financial Support We provide scholarships for industry certifications to encourage ongoing professional development.
  
  

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Are you an organized, detail-oriented professional looking to grow your project management experience while making a meaningful impact?

At the Veteran Project Manager Mentor Alliance (VPMMA), we are a 100% volunteer-driven nonprofit dedicated to supporting service members, veterans, and military spouses in advancing their careers in project management.

As a Project Coordinator, you will play a key role in supporting a Director by helping manage the day-to-day operations behind critical initiatives—keeping projects organized, on track, and moving forward.

What You’ll Do (Impact 3–5 Hours/Week)

You will support project execution and ensure smooth coordination across initiatives.

• Project Tracking & Maintenance
• Update project schedules and track progress
• Monitor risks and flag any issues for leadership
• Documentation & Meeting Support
• Capture meeting notes and track action items
• Assist in preparing weekly status updates
• Stakeholder & Team Coordination
• Draft professional emails and communications
• Support follow-ups with team members and stakeholders
• Resource Coordination
• Help organize documents and materials in Google Workspace
  

Who You Are

• Detail-Oriented Strong organization and follow-through
• Tech-Savvy Comfortable using Google Workspace and virtual tools
• Strong Communicator Clear, professional written and verbal skills
• Motivated Learner Interested in project management or pursuing certifications
• Mission-Driven Passionate about supporting the military-connected community
  
  

Why Join Us?

• Professional Development Gain real-world project management experience
• Certification Support Access to Google Career Certificates (Coursera)
• Networking Connect with professionals in HR, project management, and nonprofit leadership
• Career Growth Build your resume and receive letters of recommendation
• Impact Directly support veterans and military families
  
  

We’d love to have you on our team— Apply today!