Role Overview The CSR Partnerships Head will play a pivotal role in securing and managing partnerships with High Net worth Individuals (HNIs) and corporate entities. This individual will work closely with the Program Head and other team members to identify, engage, and onboard corporate partners who align with Deshpande Skillings mission. The role requires strong networking skills, a deep understanding of CSR frameworks, and the ability to create mutually beneficial partnerships. Roles & responsibilities This role will be based in Hubli location and require you: Strategic Fundraising & Donor Development: - Develop and implement a comprehensive fundraising strategy aligned with the NGOs mission and programmatic priorities. - Identify, engage, and secure grants/CSR funding from Indian corporates, philanthropic foundations and HNIs of Rs.15 Cr. annually. - Build a donor pipeline and proactively seek multi-year funding partnerships. CSR Partnership Development: -Cultivate strong relationships with CSR heads, foundation officers, donor representatives, and other stakeholders. -Ensure regular communication with donors through donor engagement activities. -Maintain high standards of donor servicing and engagement to encourage long-term commitment. Networking and Advocacy: -Represent Deshpande Skilling at CSR forums, conferences, and networking events to build visibility and attract potential partners. -Advocate for Deshpande Skillings mission and programs among corporate stakeholders. Monitoring, Reporting & Compliance -Oversee the preparation of high-quality donor reports (narrative and financial), ensuring compliance with grant conditions and timelines. -Ensure adherence to legal, financial, and CSR policy regulations. CSR Insights & Trends: -Stay updated on CSR and fundraising trends, donor behavior, and sector shifts to inform strategy. -Leverage data, case studies, and impact assessments to strengthen the NGOs value proposition. -Monitor competitor and peer organization strategies to identify new opportunities and innovations. Preferred candidate profile -Graduation/Post Graduation in Business Administration, Marketing, Communication or a related field. -Certification in the Indian CSR Act will be desirable. -Minimum of 10-15 years of experience in CSR, corporate fundraising, or partnership development. -Proven track record of securing and managing CSR partnerships.

Strategize and achieve successful career outcomes for the graduating class through a robust campus recruitment process. Follow the system and process to have the waterfall method across levels. Must maintain up-to-date and accurate placement and progression records in the placement MIS system throughout the year which will be used to contribute to the overall picture of the service level and success of placement and progression. Achieve individual targets assigned for the annual recruitment process. Plan and engage with corporates for strategic activities including guest lectures, panel discussions, conclaves, workshops, competitions, etc. Manage and support students in their career services, counselling in the hour of need, grooming, and helping in the preparation of students in facing interviews. Organize and manage visits to the partnered colleges as and when needed. Providing advice and guidance to colleagues involved in supporting students. Tracking information about students final progression destinations and recording it. Work with key stakeholders including Alumni, Faculty, Administration, and Mobilization teams to achieve both career services and the impact goal. Maintain a good network in the corporate HR community and experience in working with senior professionals in HR and functional leaders, having a track record of closing the deals. Create new placement partners and manage existing placement partners for the repurchase of placements. Collect feedback from the companies for placement for improvising the quality and placement ratio. Key Competency and skills Fluent in English Communication - Verbal and Written. Positive attitude, proactive nature, and strong optimism. Ability to develop relationships with the stakeholders. Develop and update the industry requirements, and job markets in terms of sectors and locations. Problem-solving attitude and conflict management. Patience to facilitate between the industry requirement and students from the SkillPlus College. Flexibility to travel to the Colleges across divisions.