Head of Philanthropic Partnerships

Job Description

We are searching for a dedicated professional with 15+ years of experience in public relations, fundraising, or business development at a prominent nonprofit organization or corporate. Some base expectations from this role: - Ummeed s positioning as a preferred Philanthropic partner: Establish and nurture strong connections with executives and C-suite prospective and current donors Gain a deep understanding of our funding partner s needs, preferences and investment goals, and the ecosystems in which we operate, to customize communication services accordingly Serve as the key point of contact for executive relations, responding to inquiries and providing timely updates on strategic initiatives and company developments Foster and maintain strong relationships with existing funders to enhance the organization s reputation, build mutual trust, and positively impact partner retention - Fundraising and Resource Mobilization: Evangelize towards achieving the organizations fundraising targets Working with different departments and teams across the organization to understand their goals and programs and developing a fundraising strategy that aligns with these initiatives Identifying and mapping heads of organizations whose CSR / philanthropic mandates align with Ummeed s objective Design and implement a comprehensive resource mobilization strategy that utilizes existing relationships while forging new partnerships Expand and diversify current resource mobilization efforts to include the right mix of corporate donors, institutional funders, HNIs, and individual giving campaigns - Public Relations: Serve as an ambassador for Ummeed at public events, engaging with potential donors and partner organizations, and government entities Develop the right voice and communications principles that effectively convey the organization s goals, achievements, and stories Identify the right public forums for Ummeed to be positioned and represented and identify the relevant leaders (including oneself) to participate and position Ummeed in the sector