CSR Sourcing & Engagement Officer

Are you passionate about Nature, Sustainability, and Environmental Responsibility?

CSR Sourcing & Engagement Officer

Role Description

This is a full-time, on-site role based in Trivandrum, Kerala. The CSR Sourcing & Engagement Officer will play a key role in sourcing and managing Corporate Social Responsibility (CSR) partnerships, building strong relationships with corporate and community stakeholders, and strengthening Thanal’s mission on the ground. The role involves developing engagement strategies, monitoring and supporting CSR projects, assessing their impact, and representing Thanal at external events and meetings to expand collaborations and partnerships.

What You’ll Do

1. CSR Sourcing and Fund Generation

• Identify and pursue new CSR funding opportunities from national and international organizations aligned with Thanal’s mission.
• Develop proposals, pitch decks, and presentations to secure corporate funding.
• Represent Thanal at corporate events, conferences, and networking forums to build funding pool.

2. Stakeholder & Community Engagement

• Be the primary liaison for funders and collaborators, ensuring clear, consistent, and transparent communication.
• Connect, motivate, and collaborate with our grassroots beneficiaries, including local communities, schools, and volunteers, to ensure project success.

3. Project Management & Reporting:

• Support on-ground implementation of CSR-funded projects and maintain objectives and timelines.
• Prepare detailed, regular project progress reports, financial updates, and impact assessments to ensure complete transparency and accountability to our funders and collaborators.
• Maintain a calm and focused approach to consistently meet all project and reporting deadlines without stress.

What We’re Looking For

• Graduate/Postgraduate with 2–3 years of experience in CSR, fundraising, or partnership roles.

• Excellent communication skills in Malayalam and English.

• Genuine enthusiasm for environmental conservation and sustainability.

• Proven ability in networking, proposal writing, and relationship building.

• Must own a vehicle and be ready to travel extensively across our project sites in Kerala.

Company Description

Thanal is an organization with over 30 years of experience in promoting sustainable practices such as organic farming, zero waste, agroecology, and biodiversity conservation. Through research, advocacy, action, and education, Thanal has made a significant impact on both state and global environmental policies. The organization works at the grassroots level to empower communities, enhance environmental health, and achieve environmental justice. Thanal is dedicated to building sustainable and healthy societies by addressing core environmental issues and bridging the gap from planning to implementation. With ongoing efforts, Thanal aims to broaden its programs to positively impact people and communities.

If you’re ready to turn your passion for sustainability into meaningful action, join Thanal and help us grow our impact!

hr@thanal.co.in