Director of Fundraising

The position aims to develop and implement effective fundraising strategies across various channels to maximize net income for PETA India. Additionally, the role involves overseeing PETA India's Major Gift and corporate social responsibility income streams while supervising a team of four employees. The primary focus is on achieving ambitious fundraising targets while ensuring compliance with relevant guidelines and maintaining a high ethical standard. This is a full-time position based in Mumbai or Delhi and reports to the Vice President of PETA India. The key responsibilities include managing fundraising areas such as major gifts, events, trusts, foundations, corporate social responsibility, and legacies. The role also entails expanding PETA India's base of members and supporters globally, setting short- and long-term fundraising goals, and creating effective strategies to achieve these goals. The successful candidate will be responsible for developing the annual fundraising budget, acquiring large donations, organizing fundraising events, and providing guidance to other large donation fundraisers. Moreover, staying updated with tax legislation, enhancing knowledge of relevant software, and collaborating with external stakeholders are vital aspects of the role. Qualifications for this position include a strong enthusiasm for animal rights and PETAs goals, a background in communication, marketing, or sales, demonstrated leadership skills, and significant experience in fundraising. Creativity, flexibility, and the ability to handle multiple projects simultaneously with attention to detail are essential. An in-depth understanding of animal rights issues, adherence to a vegan lifestyle, and support for PETAs philosophy are also required. Professional advocacy for the organization's positions on issues and a commitment to its objectives are fundamental to this role.,