Application Guide

How to Apply for Social Impact Manager | Social Impact Measurement Platform (Remote)

at True Impact

🏢 About True Impact

True Impact stands out as a specialized social impact measurement platform serving Fortune 500 companies, bridging corporate philanthropy with nonprofit outcomes through data-driven insights. Their focus on translating complex impact data into layperson-friendly dashboards and analytics makes them unique in the social sector. Working here offers the opportunity to influence how major corporations measure and communicate their social contributions at scale.

About This Role

This Social Impact Manager role involves owning a portfolio of corporate donor clients, guiding them through platform implementation, measurement strategy development, and reporting analysis using True Impact's proprietary tools. You'll serve as the key advisor translating client needs into scalable solutions while balancing rigor with practical feasibility. The position directly impacts how companies quantify and communicate their philanthropic efforts, making social outcomes more transparent and actionable.

💡 A Day in the Life

A typical day might involve conducting virtual client meetings to understand measurement needs, analyzing impact data through True Impact's platform, and developing customized reporting dashboards. You'd collaborate with internal teams on platform enhancements while advising nonprofit partners on data collection methods, all while managing multiple client timelines and ensuring deliverables meet both rigor and accessibility standards.

🎯 Who True Impact Is Looking For

  • Has 5+ years in program evaluation or consulting with demonstrated experience translating organizational needs into actionable strategies in the social sector
  • Possesses strong client-facing skills with experience managing corporate or nonprofit stakeholder relationships in complex environments
  • Is proficient with data analysis/visualization tools (Tableau, AWS QuickSight, or similar) and can leverage them for impact measurement and reporting
  • Demonstrates exceptional organizational skills with ability to self-manage and prioritize across multiple projects simultaneously

📝 Tips for Applying to True Impact

1

Quantify your experience with specific examples of translating organizational needs into measurement strategies or capacity building efforts

2

Highlight any experience working with Fortune 500 companies or large corporate donors in the social sector

3

Demonstrate familiarity with impact measurement frameworks and how you've balanced rigor with practical implementation

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Include specific examples of using data visualization tools (Tableau, AWS QuickSight, etc.) for social impact reporting

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Show understanding of True Impact's niche by referencing their platform approach to impact measurement rather than generic evaluation methods

✉️ What to Emphasize in Your Cover Letter

['Your experience in program evaluation or consulting specifically within the social sector, with quantifiable results', 'Examples of successfully translating client needs into scalable solutions while managing stakeholder relationships', "How you've used data analysis/visualization tools to communicate complex impact data to non-technical audiences", 'Your approach to balancing measurement rigor with practical feasibility in social impact projects']

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🔍 Research Before Applying

To stand out, make sure you've researched:

  • Explore True Impact's client case studies to understand how Fortune 500 companies use their platform
  • Research their proprietary measurement methodology and how it differs from other impact measurement approaches
  • Understand the specific challenges corporate donors face in quantifying and communicating social impact
  • Review their platform features and how they translate complex data into layperson-friendly dashboards
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💬 Prepare for These Interview Topics

Based on this role, you may be asked about:

1 Walk me through how you would implement True Impact's platform with a new corporate client and develop their measurement strategy
2 Describe a time you had to balance rigorous evaluation methods with practical constraints in a social impact project
3 How have you used data visualization tools to communicate impact results to stakeholders with varying technical expertise?
4 Tell me about a complex stakeholder environment you navigated while delivering contracted work in the social sector
5 How would you approach collaborating with both corporate measurement leads and nonprofit partners on the same project?
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⚠️ Common Mistakes to Avoid

  • Applying with generic social sector experience without specific examples of measurement, evaluation, or consulting work
  • Failing to demonstrate understanding of True Impact's specific business model as a platform serving corporate donors
  • Presenting as purely technical without showing ability to translate data into strategic advisory support for clients

📅 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

Offer

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