Job Description

Job Title : Assistant Manager/Manager – Fundraising Number of Positions : 1 Department : Resource Mobilization Reporting to : Senior Manager – Partnerships Location : Hyderabad Contract Duration : Regular About the Organization We are hiring for a leading independent child rights organization, part of a global movement dedicated to ensuring children’s well-being, education, and protection. Their mission is to drive transformative change for children, especially the most marginalized, by delivering impactful programs in health, education, child protection, and livelihoods. Role Purpose The role focuses on securing funding for programs, managing donor relationships , and supporting end-to-end grant management . The incumbent will contribute to strategy development, donor mapping, proposal writing, and maintaining strong partnerships with corporates, foundations, and institutional donors. Key Responsibilities Identify, assess, and cultivate relationships with domestic and institutional donors to secure sustainable funding. Support proposal development , including budgeting, narrative writing, and donor compliance. Work closely with program teams to ensure alignment between donor priorities and organizational goals. Track fundraising trends, donor interests, and emerging opportunities in the development sector. Maintain donor stewardship through timely reporting, meetings, and updates. Assist in developing annual fundraising plans and contribute to regional strategy. Ensure smooth handover of grants to program teams post-acquisition. Qualifications & Experience Postgraduate degree in Marketing, Communications, Social Work, or related fields. 3-5 years of experience in fundraising, business development, or partnerships (development sector preferred). Strong networking, negotiation, and proposal-writing skills . Experience in managing donor relationships (corporates, foundations, CSR, or institutional donors). Proficiency in MS Office (Word, Excel, PowerPoint) . Willingness to travel as needed. Key Competencies Strategic Thinking : Ability to align fundraising efforts with organizational goals. Communication & Influence : Strong presentation and relationship-building skills. Collaboration : Work effectively with cross-functional teams. Results-Driven : Track record of meeting fundraising targets. Commitment to Equity : Passion for child rights and social impact. Additional Information We are an equal opportunity employer and encourage diversity in applications. Show more Show less