Application Guide
How to Apply for International Fundraiser (Donor Acquisition)
at International Children’s Aid Foundation “Children Must Live”
🏢 About International Children’s Aid Foundation “Children Must Live”
The International Children’s Aid Foundation “Children Must Live” has spent over 15 years building schools, rescue centers, and medical facilities for vulnerable children in disadvantaged regions. Working here means directly contributing to life-changing programs that provide safety, education, and hope to children who need it most.
About This Role
As an International Fundraiser focused on donor acquisition, you will be the driving force behind expanding the foundation's supporter base globally. You'll identify and secure new individual and corporate donors, build lasting relationships, and run campaigns that directly fund critical children's programs.
💡 A Day in the Life
Your day might start with reviewing your pipeline of prospects, then researching new corporate leads online. You could spend the morning crafting personalized outreach emails or preparing a partnership proposal, followed by virtual meetings with potential donors across different time zones. Afternoons might involve analyzing campaign performance data and coordinating with the marketing team on upcoming fundraising initiatives.
🚀 Application Tools
🎯 Who International Children’s Aid Foundation “Children Must Live” Is Looking For
- Has proven experience in fundraising or sales with a track record of acquiring new donors or clients, ideally in a remote, international context.
- Possesses strong communication and negotiation skills, comfortable pitching partnership proposals and leading high-stakes conversations with potential corporate sponsors.
- Is self-motivated and able to work independently with a flexible schedule, managing their own pipeline and targets without constant supervision.
- Demonstrates a genuine passion for charity and helping children, aligning with the foundation's mission to support vulnerable children in disadvantaged regions.
📝 Tips for Applying to International Children’s Aid Foundation “Children Must Live”
Tailor your resume to highlight quantifiable achievements in donor acquisition or sales, such as 'secured 50 new monthly donors' or 'increased corporate partnerships by 30%'.
In your cover letter, explicitly connect your fundraising or sales experience to the foundation's mission—mention specific programs (e.g., schools, rescue centers) to show you've researched their work.
Since the role is remote, emphasize your ability to work independently by describing how you've managed your own schedule, met targets, and communicated across time zones.
Prepare a brief example of a successful partnership you've built from scratch, detailing how you identified the prospect, approached them, and closed the deal.
Show passion for children's causes by mentioning any volunteer work, donations, or personal connection to child welfare—this demonstrates alignment with their values.
✉️ What to Emphasize in Your Cover Letter
['Highlight your specific experience in donor acquisition or sales, with concrete results (e.g., number of new donors acquired, funds raised).', "Express genuine enthusiasm for the foundation's mission and reference their specific programs (schools, rescue centers, medical facilities) to show you've done your homework.", 'Emphasize your ability to work independently and manage a flexible schedule, citing examples of remote work or self-directed projects.', 'Demonstrate strong communication and negotiation skills by briefly describing a successful pitch or negotiation you led.']
Generate Cover Letter →🔍 Research Before Applying
To stand out, make sure you've researched:
- → Review the foundation's website and annual reports to understand their key programs (schools, rescue centers, medical facilities) and impact metrics.
- → Look up recent news or press releases about the foundation to see their latest initiatives or partnerships.
- → Familiarize yourself with the regions they operate in (e.g., specific countries) and any cultural or logistical challenges they face.
- → Identify any major competitors or similar organizations to understand the fundraising landscape and how the foundation differentiates itself.
💬 Prepare for These Interview Topics
Based on this role, you may be asked about:
⚠️ Common Mistakes to Avoid
- Submitting a generic cover letter that doesn't mention the foundation's specific mission or programs—shows lack of genuine interest.
- Focusing only on personal benefits (e.g., remote work flexibility) instead of how you can contribute to the foundation's goals.
- Failing to provide concrete examples of donor acquisition or sales achievements—vague statements like 'I'm good at building relationships' are not convincing.
📅 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
Congratulations!
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