Location: Mumbai, India

Position Overview
The Head of Philanthropy and Resource Mobilisation is responsible for leading high-value resource mobilisation efforts across India while serving as a strategic partner to resource mobilization efforts across the AMESEA region (Africa, Middle East, South & Southeast Asia). The role is responsible for securing philanthropic investments from high-net-worth individuals (HNIs), ultra-high-net-worth individuals (UHNWIs), family offices, family foundations, corporate partners, and other strategic philanthropic partners. This role builds, manages, and grows a portfolio of high-value donors while identifying current funding opportunities that support Room to Read's strategic priorities.

Reporting to the Senior Development Director, AMESEA, this role sits within the International Business Development (IBD) team and works closely with Global Partnerships, Marketing & Communications, and India Country Leadership to deliver ambitious revenue goals aligned with program priorities.



The Head of Philanthropy and Resource Mobilisation works closely with the CEO, senior leadership, and Board members to cultivate and steward key donor relationships. The successful candidate will have the executive presence, credibility, and relationship management skills to independently support CEO donor engagements, manage high-profile donor visits, and represent Room to Read with confidence among India's philanthropic and corporate communities.

Key Responsibilities
Resource Mobilisation
Personally lead a portfolio generating $2M annually while jointly leading a $5M+ India fundraising program.
Build, manage, and grow a portfolio of HNIs, UHNWIs, family businesses, family foundations, corporate partners, and strategic philanthropists, , raising US$ 1.5- 2MM+ annually through major and transformational gifts from both individuals and corporates within India and select geographies beyond.
Identify, cultivate, solicit, negotiate, and steward high-value philanthro

📌 Head of Philanthropy and Resource Mobilisation (Mumbai)
🏢 Room to Read
📍 Mumbai