Fundraising Manager

Job Title: Fundraising Manager
Location: Lucknow
Job Type: Full-time
Reports To: Secretary/Director

Job Summary:

The Fundraising Manager is responsible for planning, developing, and executing strategies to secure financial support for the organization. This role plays a key part in building donor relationships, managing fundraising campaigns, organizing events, and ensuring financial targets are met to support the mission and sustainability of the organization.

Key Responsibilities:

• Develop and implement comprehensive fundraising strategies (annual and long-term) to meet revenue goals.
• Identify and cultivate relationships with potential donors including individuals, corporations, foundations, and government agencies.
• Plan and execute fundraising events, campaigns, and initiatives including annual giving, major gifts, capital campaigns, and online fundraising.
• Prepare compelling grant proposals, donor reports, sponsorship packages, and fundraising appeals.
• Maintain a database of donors and prospects; track and analyze fundraising metrics using CRM tools.
• Collaborate with the communications team to develop fundraising-related content for newsletters, social media, and marketing materials.
• Manage donor stewardship activities to maintain and enhance donor relationships.
• Oversee budgets and ensure proper allocation of fundraising expenditures.
• Stay updated on fundraising trends, compliance, and best practices.
• Provide regular progress reports to senior leadership and the board.

Qualifications:

• Bachelor’s degree in nonprofit management, business, communications, or a related field (Master’s preferred).
• Minimum [3-5] years of experience in fundraising, development, or donor relations, preferably in the nonprofit sector.
• Proven track record of successful fundraising and donor cultivation.
• Strong interpersonal and relationship-building skills.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
• Highly organized with the ability to manage multiple projects and deadlines.
• Creative, strategic thinker with a results-driven approach.

Preferred Skills:

• Grant writing experience.
• Event planning and execution experience.
• Knowledge of tax laws related to donations and nonprofit finance.
• Understanding of digital fundraising tools and techniques.

Work Environment & Expectations:

• May include occasional evenings and weekends for events.
• Ability to travel locally and occasionally regionally for donor meetings or conferences.
• Professional demeanor and commitment to the mission of the organization.

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: ₹18,000.00 - ₹20,000.00 per month

Benefits:

• Cell phone reimbursement
• Flexible schedule
• Internet reimbursement
• Paid sick time

Schedule:

• Day shift

Supplemental Pay:

• Commission pay
• Performance bonus

Expected Start Date: 28/07/2025