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How to Apply for Capital Campaign Consultant: Independent Contractor (Part Time) | Remote | Reports to Executive Director

at Mengo Hospital Partners

🏢 About Mengo Hospital Partners

Mengo Hospital Partners (MHP) is a U.S.-based nonprofit with a focused mission: to support sustainable, high-quality pediatric and outpatient healthcare at Mengo Hospital in Kampala, Uganda. This role offers a unique opportunity to directly impact a transformational capital campaign that will expand pediatric facilities and improve healthcare for generations of Ugandan children and families.

About This Role

As the Capital Campaign Consultant, you will be the driving force behind MHP's capital campaign, working closely with the Executive Director to build the campaign infrastructure, cultivate a pipeline of major donors, and lead solicitation efforts. Your work will directly shape the success of the campaign and ensure the long-term sustainability of vital healthcare services in Uganda.

💡 A Day in the Life

A typical day might involve reviewing your prospect pipeline and updating donor records, drafting a solicitation proposal for a major gift prospect, and meeting virtually with the Executive Director to discuss campaign progress and next steps. You might also spend time researching new potential funders or preparing materials for an upcoming donor meeting.

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🎯 Who Mengo Hospital Partners Is Looking For

  • Experienced development professional with a proven track record in capital campaigns, ideally with a focus on lead gifts and major donor cultivation.
  • Strong strategic thinker who can develop a comprehensive campaign plan, including gift range charts, timelines, and phased milestones.
  • Excellent written and verbal communication skills, with the ability to craft compelling case materials and donor correspondence.
  • Self-motivated and organized, capable of managing a prospect pipeline and tracking pledges using CRM systems, while working remotely and part-time.
  • Passionate about global health and comfortable working with a diverse range of stakeholders, including diaspora leaders and healthcare philanthropists.

📝 Tips for Applying to Mengo Hospital Partners

1

Tailor your resume to highlight specific capital campaign experience, including the size of campaigns, your role in securing major gifts, and any experience with diaspora or international fundraising.

2

In your cover letter, explicitly mention your familiarity with the Ugandan healthcare context or international development, and express genuine enthusiasm for MHP's mission.

3

Provide concrete examples of how you have built and managed a prospect pipeline, including any tools or CRM systems you've used (e.g., Salesforce, Raiser's Edge).

4

Since this is a consulting role, emphasize your ability to work independently and deliver results without extensive oversight, perhaps by citing past consulting or freelance projects.

5

Research Mengo Hospital Partners and Mengo Hospital in Kampala to demonstrate your knowledge of their work and the significance of the new Pediatric and Outpatient Building in your application materials.

✉️ What to Emphasize in Your Cover Letter

["Your specific experience with capital campaigns, especially in the leadership phase, and how you've successfully built donor pipelines from scratch.", 'Your ability to craft compelling case materials and donor communications that resonate with high-net-worth individuals and diaspora communities.', 'Your familiarity with the healthcare or nonprofit sector, and your motivation to contribute to global health initiatives.', 'Your remote work capabilities, including your time management skills and experience with virtual collaboration tools.']

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🔍 Research Before Applying

To stand out, make sure you've researched:

  • → Learn about Mengo Hospital's history and its current pediatric and outpatient services to understand the impact of the new building.
  • → Research the Ugandan diaspora in the U.S. and potential healthcare philanthropists who have supported similar projects in East Africa.
  • → Review MHP's website, social media, and any annual reports to understand their current messaging and donor base.
  • → Look into other successful capital campaigns for healthcare projects in developing countries to gather best practices and potential strategies.
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💬 Prepare for These Interview Topics

Based on this role, you may be asked about:

1 How would you approach developing a capital campaign plan from scratch, and what key elements would you prioritize?
2 Describe a time you successfully solicited a major gift. What was your strategy and what was the outcome?
3 How would you go about identifying and qualifying new prospects for this campaign, especially within the diaspora and healthcare philanthropy communities?
4 What experience do you have with donor tracking and pledge management? Which systems have you used and how do you ensure accuracy?
5 How do you stay motivated and productive while working remotely on a long-term project, and how do you communicate progress to the Executive Director?
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⚠️ Common Mistakes to Avoid

  • Submitting a generic cover letter that doesn't mention MHP or the specific campaign – this shows a lack of interest and effort.
  • Overemphasizing broad fundraising experience without detailing your specific role in capital campaigns or major gift solicitation.
  • Neglecting to address the part-time, contract nature of the role – candidates who seem to be looking for full-time employment may be seen as a mismatch.

📅 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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