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Associate Director Fundraising & Partnership, Mumbai

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Role: Associate Director Fundraising & Partnership, Mumbai Experience: 12+ years Salary: Up to 30-40 LPA ____________________________________________________________

About role:

Position Summary

The Associate Director Fundraising & Partnerships will play a critical role in advancing the mission of the by leading and implementing strategic fundraising initiatives. This role involves fostering strong relationships with donors, partners, and stakeholders while aligning the fundraising strategy with organizational goals to ensure sustainability and growth.

Key Responsibilities:

1.Fundraising Strategy and Implementation:

  • Understand the needs of org's programs and organizational goals to design and execute an effective and diversified fundraising strategy.
  • Stay updated on donor trends, philanthropic opportunities, and best practices in fundraising.
  • Lead the implementation of a comprehensive fundraising strategy through partnerships with CSR initiatives, High-Net-Worth Individuals (HNIs), and both domestic and foreign foundations.
  • Work closely with program teams to develop compelling concept notes and proposals tailored to various categories of funders.

2. Building and Leveraging Relationships:

  • Represent org at forums, events, and meetings to establish and strengthen partnerships with donors and stakeholders
  • Deepen relationships with current donors to maximize support and strategically expand org's donor network.
  • Support fundraising initiatives in collaboration with management and donor engagement efforts.

3. Communications and Collateral:

  • Enhance the current fundraising collateral, including pitch decks, ensuring alignment with the fundraising strategy and donor preferences.
  • Develop and deliver a robust communication strategy to support grant applications, networking, and reporting.
  • Collaborate with the communications team to align messaging across newsletters, media platforms, and the org website to effectively highlight fundraising objectives.

4. Donor Management:

  • Ensure timely preparation and submission of donor reports, meeting all reporting requirements and deadlines.
  • Enhance donor engagement and satisfaction by working closely with program teams and stakeholders to deliver impactful outcomes.

5. Leadership and Team Collaboration:

  • Provide strategic direction and leadership to the fundraising team, fostering a high-performing and collaborative culture.
  • Collaborate with internal teams, including programs, communications, and operations, to align fundraising efforts with organizational priorities.

Qualifications:

  1. Master’s degree in a relevant field such as Marketing, Business Administration, Development Studies, or Social Work.
  2. Minimum of 12 years of experience in fundraising, donor management, or partnership development, preferably in the not-for-profit or education sector.
  3. Demonstrated track record of successfully securing and managing high-value partnerships and grants.
  4. Strong understanding of the CSR ecosystem, philanthropic landscape, and funding mechanisms.
  5. Strong writing, editing, and storytelling skills, with the ability to tailor messaging to different audiences and channels.
  6. Excellent interpersonal and relationship-building skills, with the ability to collaborate effectively with internal and external stakeholders.
  7. Strategic thinker with the ability to lead, influence, analyze data, identify insights, and make data-driven decisions.
  8. Creative mindset with a passion for innovation and continuous improvement.
  9. Strong project management skills, with the ability to multitask and prioritize competing demands in a fast-paced environment.

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

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