Application Guide

How to Apply for Development Manager

at Terrewode Women's Fund

🏢 About Terrewode Women's Fund

Terrewode Women's Fund is a U.S.-based nonprofit dedicated to eradicating obstetric fistula in Uganda through holistic, patient-centered care. By partnering with TERREWODE, they support a women's hospital and reintegration services, offering a unique opportunity to make a tangible impact on maternal health in a cross-cultural context.

About This Role

As Development Manager, you will lead fundraising campaigns, manage donor data, and coordinate stewardship activities to drive revenue growth. This role is pivotal in ensuring sustainable funding for life-changing surgeries and reintegration programs, directly contributing to ending obstetric fistula.

💡 A Day in the Life

Your day might start by reviewing donor activity in the CRM and sending personalized thank-you notes. You'll then draft a newsletter update about a recent surgery success story, followed by a virtual meeting with the Uganda team to discuss upcoming campaign needs. Afternoon tasks include analyzing campaign metrics and planning a stewardship event for recurring donors.

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🎯 Who Terrewode Women's Fund Is Looking For

  • Experienced in nonprofit development with 3-4 years in fundraising, donor relations, or similar roles, ideally in women's health or international development.
  • Proficient in CRM/donor databases (e.g., Salesforce, Raiser's Edge) with strong data integrity and reporting skills.
  • Exceptionally organized with keen attention to detail, able to manage multiple campaigns and deadlines simultaneously.
  • Excellent communicator, both written and verbal, comfortable crafting compelling appeals and engaging with donors via email, phone, and events.

📝 Tips for Applying to Terrewode Women's Fund

1

Highlight specific examples of successful fundraising campaigns you've led or contributed to, including metrics like dollars raised or donor growth.

2

Emphasize your experience with CRM data management, especially if you've cleaned up databases or improved reporting processes.

3

Mention any familiarity with maternal health, global health, or Ugandan context, even if tangential, to show alignment with the mission.

4

Tailor your cover letter to demonstrate understanding of obstetric fistula and the nonprofit's patient-centered approach, not just general fundraising.

5

Prepare a sample donor communication or stewardship plan to showcase your strategic thinking during the interview process.

✉️ What to Emphasize in Your Cover Letter

["Express genuine passion for women's health and the mission to end obstetric fistula, linking it to your professional motivation.", "Detail your experience with donor databases and how you've used them to enhance stewardship and campaign effectiveness.", "Provide concrete examples of how you've improved fundraising systems or processes in previous roles.", 'Show enthusiasm for remote work and cross-cultural collaboration, emphasizing your ability to work independently and with a small team.']

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🔍 Research Before Applying

To stand out, make sure you've researched:

  • → Read about obstetric fistula and its impact on women in Uganda to understand the mission deeply.
  • → Explore TERREWODE's website and annual reports to learn about their hospital and reintegration programs.
  • → Look into Terrewode Women's Fund's past campaigns and donor communications for style and messaging.
  • → Check their social media and news mentions to gauge public perception and recent achievements.
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💬 Prepare for These Interview Topics

Based on this role, you may be asked about:

1 How would you design a year-end giving campaign for a small nonprofit with a limited budget?
2 Describe a time you had to manage a donor database migration or cleanup. What challenges did you face?
3 How do you approach donor stewardship to retain and upgrade mid-level donors?
4 What strategies would you use to engage U.S. donors with a cause based in Uganda?
5 How do you prioritize competing tasks when managing multiple fundraising projects simultaneously?
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⚠️ Common Mistakes to Avoid

  • Submitting a generic cover letter that doesn't reference the specific mission or obstetric fistula.
  • Overlooking the importance of data management—failing to highlight CRM skills can be a dealbreaker.
  • Underestimating the remote work aspect; not demonstrating self-motivation and communication skills for virtual collaboration.

📅 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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