Role: Senior Manager - Fundraising, Pune
Experience: 8-10 years
Salary: 20-22 LPA

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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.

3. 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.

4. 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.

6. 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.

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Hiring Note: Applications will be reviewed on rolling basis. This job first posted on July 13th, 2026 on Ground Zero

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