Smiling Star Advisory

Job Description AVP Strategic Partnerships About the Company Buddy4Study, Indias leading AI and tech-enabled educational funding platform, is dedicated to simplifying access to education financing for deserving students across the country. Since its inception, Buddy4Study has facilitated scholarships worth more than INR 600 Crore to over 1,35,000 scholars through 200+ strategic partnerships. The platform offers a wide array of educational funding solutions, including scholarships, education loans, guidance on special education loan subsidy schemes, and university admissions with scholarships. This comprehensive suite of interventions ensures that students have multiple avenues to pursue their academic goals. Buddy4Studys extensive partner ecosystem includes prominent scholarship providers such as HDFC Bank, LOral India, Colgate-Palmolive (India), GlaxoSmithKline Pharmaceuticals, Kotak Education Foundation, Bharti Airtel Foundation, and Infosys Foundation. Additionally, the platform works closely with leading banking institutions like IDFC First Bank, PNB, and ICICI Bank, as well as Non-Banking Financial Companies (NBFCs) like Propelld and Prodigy Finance. In partnership with esteemed educational institutions, including NIT Delhi, NIIT University, IMT Ghaziabad, and Madras School of Social Work, and NGOs such as the Milaan Foundation, Samoon Foundation, and Dalmia Bharat Foundation, Buddy4Study ensures students nationwide have access to diverse funding options. Furthermore, Buddy4Study’s commitment to security and trust is reinforced by its ISO 27001 certification, ensuring the highest standards of data protection and transparency for its users. Website - https://www.buddy4study.com LinkedIn - https://www.linkedin.com/company/buddy4study-com/about/?viewAsMember=true Role – VP (Department of Strategic Partnership) Experience – 15 – 20 years Location – Sector 59, Noida Qualification Post Graduate (MBA preferred) Position Overview: As the Vice President for the Strategic Partnerships Department, you will lead and drive the growth and success of the organization by spearheading strategic partnerships with stakeholders in the education-focused large NGOs sector. Your primary responsibilities will include overseeing and elevating fund raising efforts, corporate social responsibility (CSR) initiatives, engaging with corporate foundations, government partnerships, proposal writing, scholarships, mentorship programs, and business development. Your exceptional leadership skills, strategic thinking, and ability to foster collaboration will be critical to achieving and exceeding organizational goals. Roles & Responsibilities Strategic Partnerships: Identify and cultivate strategic partnerships with education-focused large NGOs to expand the organization's reach and impact. Develop and maintain strong relationships with key stakeholders to foster long-term partnerships. Fund Raising: Lead fundraising efforts by developing innovative strategies to secure financial support from various sources, including individuals, corporations, and foundations. Develop and implement fundraising campaigns and initiatives to meet the organization's financial goals. Corporate Social Responsibility (CSR): Collaborate with corporations to design and implement impactful CSR initiatives that align with the organization's mission and values Cultivate relationships with corporate partners to maximize support and engagement. Government Partnerships: Identify and engage with relevant government agencies to explore potential collaboration opportunities. Develop proposals and presentations to showcase the organization's initiatives and seek support from government entities. Proposal Writing: Prepare compelling proposals and grant applications to secure funding from various sources, including foundations, trusts, and government agencies. Ensure compliance with grant requirements and reporting obligations. Collaborate with internal teams to implement effective mentorship initiatives. Business Development: Identify and pursue new business opportunities, strategic alliances, and partnerships to expand the organization's presence and impact in the education sector. Team Leadership: Provide leadership and guidance to the strategic partnerships team to ensure effective execution of partnership initiatives. Foster a collaborative and supportive work environment that encourages creativity and innovation. Requirements: Postgraduate degree, preferably an MBA, in a relevant field. Proven experience in strategic partnerships, fund raising, CSR, and business development, preferably within the education-focused large NGOs sector. Excellent written and verbal communication skills for effective proposal writing and stakeholder engagement. Strong networking and relationship-building abilities. Ability to think creatively and develop innovative approaches to achieve partnership goals. Empathetic and collaborative approach to leadership and team management. Proven problem-solving skills to address challenges and seize opportunities. Effective time management skills to handle multiple initiatives simultaneously.