Associate Director/ Director - Fundraising, Bangalore

Role: Associate Director/ Director - Fundraising, Bangalore
Experience: 10+ years
Salary: Upto 23-25 LPA

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About the role:

The Fundraising Director will lead and grow our resource mobilization efforts to ensure the long-term sustainability and scaling of our programs. This role requires a blend of strategic thinking, expertise in fundraising, and a deep commitment to education and equity.

Key Responsibilities:

• Strategy & Leadership: Develop and execute a multi-channel fundraising strategy, set annual targets, and represent the organization to key stakeholders and partners.

• Donor Engagement: Cultivate and steward relationships with CSR partners, foundations, individual donors, and HNIs while building a strong pipeline of prospects.

• Proposal & Communication Oversight: Oversee the creation of high-quality grant proposals, pitch decks, and donor reports in collaboration with program and M&E teams.

• Team Management: Build, mentor, and manage a motivated fundraising team with clear goals and accountability structures.

• Systems & Operations: Ensure the effective use of CRM tools to track donor data and establish efficient internal processes for fundraising operations.

Qualifications & Requirements:

• Experience: 10–12 years of experience in fundraising, business development, or partnerships, ideally within the development sector or a corporate fundraising background.

• Knowledge: A strong understanding of the funding landscape, including CSR, philanthropic foundations, and individual giving.

• Core Skills: Excellent communication skills with the ability to build trust, combine strategic thinking with hands-on execution, and thrive in a dynamic environment.

• Values: A deep belief in the power of equity, inclusion, and holistic education.

Bonus Points For:

• Experience in scaling fundraising for growing organizations.

• Familiarity with digital or international fundraising campaigns.

• Strong existing networks within the CSR or philanthropic ecosystem.

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Hiring Note: Applications will be reviewed on rolling basis. This job is first posted on Jan 9, 2026 on Ground Zero

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