Fundraising Manager

Job Title: Fundraising Manager

Function: Sales and Marketing

Company: Youth Talent Development Society (YTDS)

Location: Kharadi, Pune

Industry: NGO / Social Services / Industry Associations

Job Summary: We are seeking a dynamic and results-driven Corporate Outreach & Fundraising Professional to lead our corporate fundraising initiatives. The ideal candidate will be responsible for identifying, engaging, and managing relationships with corporate donors, particularly under CSR initiatives

. This role requires strong market research capabilities, excellent communication skills, and the ability to develop compelling fundraising materials and proposals.

Key Responsibilities:

1. Corporate Donor Identification & Lead Generation

Conduct thorough market research to identify potential corporate donors, primarily through online sources.

Monitor donor websites and CSR portals regularly to identify new opportunities.

Build and maintain a database of potential and existing corporate donors.

2. Fundraising Collateral Development Develop and continuously update a comprehensive toolkit for corporate fundraising, including:

Introductory emails

Corporate pitch decks (summary & detailed)

Presentations and proposals

Compliance checklists and organizational data

3. Proposal & Content Development

Draft compelling concept notes, project briefs, and tailored proposals to engage corporate donors.

Ensure timely submission of all documents and proposals to prospective donors.

Apply creativity and innovation in fundraising strategy and communication.

4. Relationship Management

Nurture and manage long-term relationships with existing corporate donors.

Ensure regular communication and timely reporting to maintain transparency andtrust.

Share updates and success stories to reinforce a positive image of the organization.

5. Cross-Functional Coordination & Additional Responsibilities

Collaborate with internal teams (program, finance, communications) to gather relevant data and success metrics for proposals.

Take lead on additional fundraising tasks and strategic initiatives as assigned by management. Key Skills and Competencies:

Strong knowledge of corporate CSR policies and donor engagement

Excellent written and verbal communication skills

Proficiency in creating impact presentations and proposals

Self-motivated with the ability to meet tight deadlines

Creative and strategic thinking in fundraising approaches

Strong relationship-building and negotiation skills