Partnerships & Fundraising Expert - Delhi NCR/Mumbai/Bengaluru

As a Partnerships & Fundraising expert, you will shape and execute the organization's fundraising strategy. You will build and manage relationships with donors, expand funding pipeline, and translate product vision into compelling long-term philanthropic opportunities.

This is a high-impact role requiring strategic thinking, strong execution, and cross-functional collaboration.

Location: Bengaluru/Mumbai/Delhi NCR (Remote with frequent travel)

JOB RESPONSIBILITIES

Strategy & Planning

• Partner with the Head of Partnerships & Fundraising to develop and execute a comprehensive fundraising strategy for India
• Identify and prioritise new donor segments, partnerships, and funding opportunities

Donor Management & Stewardship

• Build and deepen relationships with existing donors through regular engagement and strategic reviews
• Ensure strong alignment between donor priorities and organization's mission and programs

Fundraising Execution

• Lead end-to-end fundraising efforts, including prospecting, pipeline development, and donor outreach
• Develop high-quality proposals, presentations, and communication materials for foundations and individual donors
• Represent the organization at conferences, events, and networking forums

Cross-functional Collaboration

• Work closely with product, program, and finance teams to align fundraising efforts with organizational priorities
• Ensure timely and high-quality donor reporting in line with expectations

YOU NEED

• 5–10 years of overall experience, with at least 4 years in a partnerships or fundraising role within nonprofits, foundations, or corporate CSR functions
• A demonstrable track record of securing and stewarding major gifts and large institutional grants, with the ability to translate organizational vision into compelling cases for support.
• Strong project management instincts, with a bias toward execution over process.
• Sharp attention to detail and exceptional written communication skills — with the ability to tailor tone, depth, and framing across audiences, from donor proposals and grant reports to internal briefs and leadership decks.
• A Master's degree in public policy, business administration, nonprofit management, or a related field.
• A genuine belief in the power of education to drive systemic change — this one isn't negotiable.

Compensation: Competitive and commensurate with experience, benchmarked against Indian philanthropy sector standards.