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How to Apply for Fundraising Volunteer for Gender Justice Program (f/m/d) – Remote, approx. 4 hrs/week

at EmpowerVan

🏢 About EmpowerVan

EmpowerVan is a grassroots organization dedicated to empowering displaced women through self-defense training, helping them live autonomous lives free from violence. This is a unique opportunity to join a mission-driven team where your fundraising skills directly support gender justice and women's safety, all while working remotely and flexibly.

About This Role

As a Fundraising Volunteer, you'll play a crucial role in building EmpowerVan's fundraising capacity. Your work will involve preparing a campaign for International Women's Day 2027, setting up Salesforce as a CRM, researching funding opportunities, drafting grant proposals, and supporting donor acquisition. This is a hands-on role where your contributions will directly enable new projects and sustainable partnerships.

💡 A Day in the Life

A typical week might involve researching potential grant opportunities, drafting a section of a proposal, and updating donor records in Salesforce. You might also collaborate with the team on the International Women's Day 2027 campaign, brainstorming creative outreach strategies. Your work will be flexible and remote, but directly contributing to EmpowerVan's growth and impact.

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🎯 Who EmpowerVan Is Looking For

  • Has proven experience in fundraising, including campaign design, grant writing, and donor research.
  • Is proficient with Salesforce or similar CRM tools, and can set up and manage a CRM system.
  • Is deeply committed to gender justice and empowering displaced women and girls.
  • Is self-motivated, creative, and able to work independently with approximately 4 hours per week.
  • Possesses excellent English writing skills; German proficiency is a plus.

📝 Tips for Applying to EmpowerVan

1

Highlight specific fundraising achievements, such as funds raised or successful campaigns you've led.

2

Demonstrate your Salesforce expertise by describing concrete projects where you set up or optimized the platform.

3

Show your commitment to gender justice by connecting your personal or professional experiences to EmpowerVan's mission.

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Mention your availability (4 hours/week) and how you plan to manage this volunteer role alongside other commitments.

5

If you have German language skills, explicitly state your proficiency level, as it's an asset for this role.

✉️ What to Emphasize in Your Cover Letter

['Your fundraising experience, particularly in campaign design and grant writing, with measurable results.', 'Your proficiency with Salesforce and how you can set up and maintain the CRM for EmpowerVan.', "Your dedication to empowering displaced women and ending gender-based violence, showing alignment with EmpowerVan's vision.", 'Your ability to work independently and creatively, with strong communication skills in English (and German if applicable).']

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🔍 Research Before Applying

To stand out, make sure you've researched:

  • → Visit EmpowerVan's website and social media to understand their programs, impact, and current fundraising needs.
  • → Research the landscape of gender-based violence and displacement to speak knowledgeably about the issue.
  • → Look into International Women's Day 2027 themes and past campaigns to generate ideas for the campaign you'll help prepare.
  • → Investigate potential donors and foundations that fund gender justice and women's empowerment initiatives.
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💬 Prepare for These Interview Topics

Based on this role, you may be asked about:

1 Can you describe a successful fundraising campaign you designed and executed? What was your approach and outcome?
2 How have you used Salesforce in previous roles? What specific features or customizations did you implement?
3 What motivates you to volunteer for EmpowerVan, and how do you align with our mission of empowering displaced women?
4 How would you approach researching and identifying potential donors for our gender justice program?
5 Can you share an example of a grant proposal you wrote that was funded? What made it successful?
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⚠️ Common Mistakes to Avoid

  • Applying without any prior fundraising experience, as it is a required qualification.
  • Being vague about your Salesforce skills; provide concrete examples of how you've used it.
  • Failing to articulate a genuine commitment to gender justice and women's empowerment.
  • Ignoring the time commitment; ensure you can dedicate approximately 4 hours per week.

📅 Application Timeline

⏰ Deadline: October 23, 2026

We recommend applying at least a few days early to avoid last-minute technical issues.

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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