Fundraising Consultant

About the Organization

We are a mission-driven nonprofit working at the grassroots level to enable rural communities in Tamil Nadu through initiatives in education, health, watershed and livelihoods. With deep community engagement and a people-first approach, we aim to create sustainable, inclusive development.

Role Summary

Fundraising Consultant

Key Responsibilities

• Fundraising Strategy:

  Design and implement a fundraising roadmap aligned with the organization's mission and growth plans.

• Donor Engagement:

  Identify and cultivate relationships with CSR partners, philanthropic foundations, HNIs, and international donors.

• Proposal Writing:

  Develop high-quality grant proposals, concept notes, and donor reports tailored to specific funders.

• Campaign Development:

  Plan and execute digital and offline fundraising campaigns, including crowdfunding and donor events.

• Partnership Building:

  Forge strategic alliances with corporates, NGOs, and government bodies to unlock funding and co-funding opportunities.

• Capacity Building:

  Train internal staff on fundraising tools, donor communication, and impact reporting.

• Monitoring & Reporting:

  Maintain a donor database, track fundraising metrics, and report progress to leadership.

Desired Qualifications

• 58 years of experience in fundraising, grant writing, or donor relations, preferably in the development sector.
• Strong understanding of India's CSR ecosystem and international funding trends.
• Excellent communication skills in English; speaking fluency in Tamil.
• Proven track record of securing grants or CSR partnerships.
• Ability to work independently and collaborate with rural teams.
• Familiarity with fundraising platforms, CRM tools, and donor databases.

Preferred Attributes

• Experience working with rural or community-based organizations.
• Existing network of donors, CSR leads, or philanthropic contacts.
• Passion for social justice, equity, and rural development.

How to Apply

Please send your CV, a brief cover letter, and samples of past fundraising work (e.g., proposals, campaign materials) to [HIDDEN TEXT].