Head of Fundraising

Fundraising & Business Development professional

Key Responsibilities:

• Fundraising Strategy & Execution:

  Develop and implement a fundraising strategy targeting CSR, institutional donors, foundations, and HNIs; build pipelines, set quarterly targets, and track progress.

• Donor Engagement & Relationship Management:

  Cultivate long-term relationships with new and existing donors; represent the organization in meetings, pitches, and external forums; lead donor stewardship efforts.

• Proposal & Communication Development:

  Craft high-quality proposals, grant applications, concept notes, and reports; collaborate with internal teams to ensure accurate and compelling narratives.

• Donor Reporting & Compliance:

  Ensure timely reporting and maintain documentation for all grants, proposals, and MOUs; establish systems for donor communication and knowledge management.

• Internal Collaboration:

  Align fundraising efforts with organizational goals and contribute to visibility and positioning.

Qualifications & Skills:

• 9+ years of experience in fundraising or institutional business development within nonprofits or CSR.
• Proven success in raising and managing significant funding from CSR or philanthropic partners.
• Strong understanding of the Indian CSR and philanthropic landscape, particularly in education or development.
• Excellent proposal writing, communication, and relationship-building skills.
• Self-driven, organized, and results-oriented.
• Passion for social impact and equity in education.