Application Guide
How to Apply for Fundraising Coordinator (part-time, remote)
at CHOSA: Children of South Africa
🏢 About CHOSA: Children of South Africa
CHOSA is a unique nonprofit that has spent over 20 years empowering community-led initiatives in South Africa, focusing on education, youth development, and family wellbeing. Unlike larger organizations, CHOSA offers a close-knit, mission-driven environment where your fundraising efforts directly support grassroots programs, making every dollar count. Working remotely with a passionate team, you'll have the flexibility to drive meaningful change from anywhere in the US.
About This Role
As the Fundraising Coordinator, you will be the driving force behind CHOSA's individual giving program, cultivating and stewarding donors to sustain and grow their annual fund. You'll craft compelling appeals, manage grants, and plan events—including their signature Los Angeles fundraiser—to connect supporters with the impact of their contributions. This role is pivotal because it directly fuels the partnerships that transform lives in South African communities.
💡 A Day in the Life
A typical day might start with checking the Little Green Light database for new donations or donor notes, then drafting an email appeal for an upcoming campaign. You could spend the afternoon researching foundation prospects or planning logistics for the LA event, followed by a virtual check-in with the team to align on priorities. Throughout the day, you'll respond to donor inquiries and update social media with impact stories.
🚀 Application Tools
🎯 Who CHOSA: Children of South Africa Is Looking For
- A self-starter with 3+ years of nonprofit fundraising experience, ideally with a focus on individual giving and unrestricted grants, who thrives in a remote, independent work environment.
- Proven track record of securing gifts from individuals and foundations, with a knack for telling stories that inspire generosity and long-term commitment.
- Tech-savvy and organized, with hands-on experience managing donor databases (Little Green Light preferred) and coordinating multi-channel campaigns (email, mail, social media).
- A collaborative communicator who can engage donors, plan events, and represent CHOSA's mission authentically across diverse audiences.
📝 Tips for Applying to CHOSA: Children of South Africa
Highlight specific examples of securing individual gifts or unrestricted grants, including dollar amounts and retention rates, to demonstrate your impact.
Mention any experience with Little Green Light or similar CRMs; if you haven't used it, emphasize your ability to quickly learn new systems and your data management skills.
Showcase your event planning experience, especially if you've managed a fundraising event from concept to execution, including logistics, sponsorship, and volunteer coordination.
Tailor your cover letter to CHOSA's mission: reference specific programs or partners in South Africa to show you've researched their work.
Since the role is remote, provide examples of how you stay productive and communicate effectively in a distributed team environment.
✉️ What to Emphasize in Your Cover Letter
["Express genuine passion for CHOSA's model of supporting community-led solutions in South Africa, and connect it to your own values or experiences.", "Detail your success in donor cultivation and stewardship, with concrete examples of how you've grown individual giving or secured unrestricted grants.", 'Emphasize your ability to work independently and manage multiple projects (appeals, events, grants) while maintaining attention to detail and deadlines.', "Demonstrate your familiarity with donor databases and multi-channel fundraising, and your willingness to learn CHOSA's specific tools."]
Generate Cover Letter →🔍 Research Before Applying
To stand out, make sure you've researched:
- → Explore CHOSA's website thoroughly, especially the 'Our Partners' and 'Impact' sections, to understand the specific community programs they support.
- → Read their recent newsletters and annual reports to see how they communicate with donors and what fundraising campaigns they've run.
- → Check their social media (Instagram, Facebook, LinkedIn) to get a feel for their voice and how they engage supporters.
- → Look up any news or blog posts about their annual LA event to understand its scale and format.
💬 Prepare for These Interview Topics
Based on this role, you may be asked about:
⚠️ Common Mistakes to Avoid
- Don't submit a generic application: avoid vague statements about 'helping children'—CHOSA focuses on community-led development, not charity. Show you understand their philosophy.
- Don't overlook the remote aspect: failing to address how you'll stay productive and connected without direct supervision can signal you're not prepared for independent work.
- Don't ignore the part-time nature: if you're seeking full-time work or need a certain income, be upfront. Trying to stretch part-time hours can lead to burnout and disappointment.
📅 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:
Application Review
1-2 weeks
Initial Screening
Phone call or written assessment
Interviews
1-2 rounds, usually virtual
Offer
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