Corporate Partnerships Senior Executive

Company Description

The Akshaya Patra Foundation is a not-for-profit organization headquartered in Bengaluru, India, running the Mid-Day Meal Programme in over 24,000 government and government-aided schools across 16 States and 2 Union Territories, serving 2.1 million children every school day. Since its inception in 2000, Akshaya Patra has cumulatively served over 3.5 billion meals. The foundation has also responded proactively to several crisis situations, such as natural disasters and the COVID-19 pandemic, providing food relief and supporting vaccination drives in marginalized communities.

Role Description

This is a full-time, on-site role located in Delhi, India, for a Corporate Partnerships Senior Executive. The role involves identifying and securing partnerships with corporate entities, maintaining and fostering existing relationships, and generating funding support for the organization's initiatives. Daily tasks include preparing and presenting proposals, attending meetings with potential partners, and ensuring that partners are engaged and informed about the organization's impact. The role also involves coordination with internal teams to ensure that partnership deliverables are met and aligning partnership activities with the organization's goals.

Qualifications

• Relationship Management, Communication, and Networking skills
• Experience in Business Development, Sales, and Fundraising
• Proposal Writing, Presentation, and Negotiation skills
• Analytical thinking and Strategic Planning capabilities
• Knowledge of the non-profit sector and CSR (Corporate Social Responsibility) initiatives
• Bachelor's degree in Business Administration, Marketing, Communications, or related field
• Relevant experience in corporate partnerships or fundraising is preferred
• Ability to work independently and collaboratively within a team