Non Profit Team Lead

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Role Overview

Health, Education, Livelihood, and Environment (HELE)

Key Responsibilities

1. Non-Profit Establishment & Strategic Leadership

• Oversee the end-to-end set-up of the Non-Profit, including legal registration, governance frameworks, and operational systems.
• Develop internal policies and processes for finance, grantmaking, human resources, and compliance.
• Lead the development of the Non-Profit’s strategic plan and annual operational roadmap.

2. Stakeholder & Ecosystem Engagement

·      Act as the primary liaison between the Non-Profit and key stakeholders, including trustees, high-net-worth individuals (HNIs), and senior government officials.

·      Lead engagement with state and district administrations, elected representatives, CSR leaders, philanthropic institutions, and non-profit partners to forge strategic project-based collaborations.

·      Represent the Non-Profit at high-level public forums, sectoral networks, and policy platforms to enhance visibility and influence.

3. Fundraising & Resource Mobilization

• Design and lead a comprehensive fundraising and donor engagement strategy.
• Build and nurture long-term relationships with individual philanthropists, corporate CSR teams, and Non-Profits.
• Oversee proposal development, donor communications, and reporting frameworks.

4. Program Design & Impact Management

• Lead the design and implementation of high-impact programs across the HELE sectors based on field assessments and evidence-based approaches.
• Ensure all programs are aligned with the Non-Profit’s vision, scalable, and locally rooted.
• Monitor program budgets and ensure efficient resource utilization and compliance.

5. Monitoring, Evaluation & Learning (MEL)

• Develop and manage systems for continuous monitoring, evaluation, and impact assessment.
• Use data to drive decision-making and foster a culture of learning and improvement.
• Produce reports, case studies, and knowledge products for internal and external stakeholders.

6. Brand Building & Digital Strategy

• Lead the Non-Profit’s communications, branding, and digital outreach.
• Oversee the development and management of content for social media platforms (Instagram, X, LinkedIn, Facebook).
• Build visibility for the Non-Profit’s work and values through strategic storytelling and engagement.

Qualifications & Experience

• Master’s degree in public policy, Development Studies, Social Work, or a related field.
• Minimum 2-4 years of experience in the non-profit or development sector, including leadership roles in program strategy or Non-Profit building.
• Proven experience in donor engagement, institutional fundraising, and managing large-scale programs.
• Strong understanding of the development ecosystem, especially in Maharashtra.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills in English and Marathi (preferred).
• Proficiency in data and impact analysis tools and frameworks.
• Ability to manage cross-functional teams and work in a dynamic, mission-driven environment.

Desired Attributes

• Deep commitment to social impact and the Non-Profit’s mission.
• Strategic thinking with hands-on execution ability.
• Empathetic leadership and team-building orientation.
• Strong political and cultural awareness, especially in the Maharashtra context.
• Willingness to travel extensively for fieldwork and stakeholder engagement.