Business Development & Fundraising Expert

We are looking for a senior-level Fundraising & Business Development professional to lead strategic fundraising efforts for an impact-driven organization in the education and development space. The role requires a proactive, results-oriented leader with a proven track record of securing and managing institutional funding from CSR partners, philanthropic foundations, and high-net-worth individuals (HNIs).

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.