Application Guide

How to Apply for Vice President of Development

at National Domestic Workers Alliance / La Alianza Nacional de Trabajadores del Hogar

🏢 About National Domestic Workers Alliance / La Alianza Nacional de Trabajadores del Hogar

NDWA is the leading national voice for domestic workers, representing over 76 organizations and 395,000 workers. This is a unique opportunity to work at the intersection of racial, gender, and economic justice, driving transformative change for an often-invisible workforce.

About This Role

As VP of Development, you will lead the fundraising strategy to sustain and expand NDWA's impact, overseeing major gifts, institutional fundraising, and revenue growth. This role is critical to advancing policies, public awareness, and worker organizing at a national scale.

💡 A Day in the Life

You might start with a check-in with your senior team on progress toward quarterly revenue goals, then meet with a major donor to discuss a transformative gift. Afternoon could involve reviewing a foundation proposal with the institutional giving team and analyzing donor pipeline data to adjust strategy.

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🎯 Who National Domestic Workers Alliance / La Alianza Nacional de Trabajadores del Hogar Is Looking For

  • A seasoned fundraiser with 10-12 years of experience, including securing six-figure and multi-million dollar gifts from individuals and foundations.
  • A strategic leader who has managed senior-level fundraising staff for at least 5 years and can build a high-performing team.
  • Deeply aligned with NDWA's mission of racial, gender, and economic justice, and experienced in donor engagement around social justice causes.
  • Proficient in fundraising operations, including CRM databases, revenue forecasting, and performance metrics, with a track record of meeting ambitious goals.

📝 Tips for Applying to National Domestic Workers Alliance / La Alianza Nacional de Trabajadores del Hogar

1

Highlight specific six-figure and multi-million dollar gifts you've secured, especially those aligned with social justice or worker rights.

2

Demonstrate experience managing a remote or distributed team, as NDWA is fully remote.

3

Show your understanding of domestic worker issues by mentioning any prior work with labor, immigration, or gender equity organizations.

4

Tailor your resume to emphasize fundraising operations and data-driven revenue strategies, not just relationship building.

5

Include examples of how you've diversified funding streams (individual, foundation, corporate) to reduce organizational risk.

✉️ What to Emphasize in Your Cover Letter

["Your personal commitment to NDWA's mission and understanding of domestic workers' contributions to the economy.", 'Specific examples of leading major fundraising campaigns that resulted in significant revenue growth.', 'Your experience managing senior-level fundraising staff and building a collaborative team culture.', 'How you have used data and metrics to drive fundraising strategy and improve donor retention.']

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🔍 Research Before Applying

To stand out, make sure you've researched:

  • → Read NDWA's latest annual report and strategic plan to understand current funding priorities and gaps.
  • → Familiarize yourself with key campaigns like the Domestic Workers Bill of Rights and the 'We Dream in Black' initiative.
  • → Research NDWA's major funders (e.g., Ford Foundation, W.K. Kellogg Foundation) to understand their current philanthropic focus.
  • → Follow NDWA's social media and recent news to understand their public narrative and recent wins.
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💬 Prepare for These Interview Topics

Based on this role, you may be asked about:

1 How would you approach building a major donor program for a social justice organization with limited name recognition?
2 Describe a time you turned around a struggling fundraising campaign or met an ambitious goal under pressure.
3 How do you balance institutional fundraising (foundations) with individual giving? What's your philosophy?
4 How have you managed a remote fundraising team? What systems do you use for accountability and collaboration?
5 What is your understanding of the domestic worker movement, and how would you articulate NDWA's impact to a prospective donor?
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⚠️ Common Mistakes to Avoid

  • Submitting a generic cover letter that doesn't reference NDWA's specific mission or domestic worker issues.
  • Focusing only on corporate or high-net-worth fundraising without showing experience in grassroots or foundation giving.
  • Failing to demonstrate understanding of the challenges of fundraising for a remote, worker-led organization with a decentralized structure.

📅 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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