Role: Senior Manager - Fundraising, Pune Experience: 8-10 years Salary: 20-22 LPA ___ Role Overview: The Senior Manager - Fundraising will spearhead the development and execution of a high-impact fundraising strategy to secure resources from CSR initiatives, institutional donors, philanthropic foundations, and high-net-worth individuals (HNIs). This leadership role demands strategic vision, exceptional relationship management, and the ability to drive sustainable financial growth for the organization's mission.

Key Responsibilities 1.

Strategic Fundraising Leadership

Design and implement an advanced fundraising strategy to achieve annual and long-term financial goals. Identify, cultivate, and secure high-value funding opportunities from CSR, domestic and international foundations, trusts, and HNIs. Oversee and expand relationships with key donors, ensuring exceptional engagement and retention. Monitor fundraising performance metrics and provide strategic insights to leadership and the board. 2.

Grant

Writing & Proposal Excellence Lead the creation of high-quality grant proposals, concept notes, and pitch decks tailored to diverse donor segments. Collaborate with cross-functional teams (Programs, Finance, M&E;, Communications) to align proposals with organizational goals and impact metrics. Ensure compliance and timely submission of proposals throughout the grant lifecycle.

- Corporate & Institutional Partnerships Build and manage strategic relationships with CSR leaders, institutional donors, and funding agencies to secure multi-year commitments. Develop and present cutting-edge corporate engagement models, including employee volunteering, skill-based partnerships, and co-branded initiatives. Represent the organization at high-profile forums, CSR events,



and partnership discussions to enhance visibility and funding opportunities.
- HNI & Major Donor Engagement Design and execute a comprehensive major gifts program targeting HNIs, family offices, and philanthropists. Organize bespoke donor engagement activities, such as impact tours and storytelling sessions, to foster long-term relationships. Develop tailored strategies for legacy giving and endowment funding. 5.

Donor

Reporting & Compliance Ensure timely, accurate, and compelling donor reports, including financial updates and impact assessments. Maintain a robust CRM system to track donor interactions, segmentation, and reporting deadlines. Collaborate with the Finance team to guarantee fund utilization compliance and transparency.

- Team Leadership & Development Lead, mentor, and scale the fundraising team to achieve excellence. Design and implement capacity-building programs to enhance team skills and performance. Foster a culture of collaboration, innovation, and results-driven execution.

Qualifications & Experience Minimum Requirements Experience: Minimum 8-10 years of progressive experience in fundraising, business development, or donor relations, preferably in the non-profit/social sector.

Track Record: Proven success in securing large grants (CSR, institutional, or international funding) and managing high-value donor relationships.

Core Skills: Experience in corporate fundraising, HNI engagement, and grant writing with a demonstrable success rate.

Leadership: Prior experience managing and mentoring fundraising teams. ___ Hiring Note : Applications will be reviewed on rolling basis. This job first posted on July 13th, 2026 on Ground Zero For any questions, ping us on WhatsApp chat: +91-(phone hidden)

📌 Senior Manager - Fundraising, Pune (Solapur)
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