PYXERA Global ), an NGO with offices around the world, will be managing a Global Pro Bono program in Shanghai, China scheduled to take place from April 11 to May 9, 2026. PYXERA Global would like to hire a part-time local project coordinator currently residing in Shanghai to provide project management and logistical support to the selected team of high-level corporate volunteers who will provide pro bono consulting services to local social sector organizations.
The selected local project coordinator's main responsibilities will include, but may not be limited to, the following:
Project Development & Implementation
- Identify and select potential clients (mostly nonprofits and social enterprises) and help to develop Scope of Works (SOWs) reflecting the specific areas of intervention requested by local host clients.
- Support local host clients in preparing for arrival of corporate volunteers and ensuring stakeholder meetings are arranged
- Participate in conference calls with corporate volunteers in advance of their arrival in Shanghai
- Support corporate volunteers, providing advice and guidance around SOW delivery
- Act as the on-the-ground interface between PYXERA Global and partners in Shanghai, including regular correspondence with PYXERA Global staff and other stakeholders to assure satisfaction on the part of the corporate volunteers and partners
- Participate in meetings with corporate volunteers, as requested
- Prepare financial and final program reports
Logistics
- Assist in procuring accommodations and transportation in Shanghai for corporate volunteers
- Coordinate the kick-off and closing event(s) for corporate volunteers and host clients
- Prepare Shanghai-related guides and suggestions for project guides
- Orient new corporate volunteers upon arrival in Shanghai
- Manage project travel logistics for corporate volunteers while they are in Shanghai
- Act as a logistical and informational resource for corporate volunteers and troubleshoot challenges they may face
- Monitor and advise on security arrangements for corporate volunteers when they are in Shanghai
Knowledge and Skill Requirements
- Must be based in Shanghai with in-depth area familiarity
- College degree in communications, project management, sustainability, organizational development, NGO management, or related field
- Minimum of
years
of experience - Experience working with cross-cultural teams and/or skills-based volunteer programs
- Ability to multi-task and manage diverse tasks simultaneously
- Flexible and able to work in a team, as well as individually with limited supervision
- Exceptional writing skills and ability to develop SOWs with limited supervision
- Strong organizational skills and attention to detail
- Fluent in English and Chinese
- Exceptional customer service, communication, and problem-solving skills
- Experience in virtual and in-person presentation skills
Salary
This is a part-time consultant position with an estimate timeline of 6 – 7 months with an
immediate start date
. Pay is based on past experience and the type of work required for this position. The selected local project coordinator will be paid in the local currency of the country in which work is completed.
To Apply
Send a cover letter, resume, three references, and hourly salary requirements via e-mail to
. Please write
"Shanghai, Local Project Coordinator"
in the subject line of the e-mail. Only short-listed candidates will be contacted.