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 LAHI’s mission.

Key Responsibilities:

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.

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
LAHI at high-profile forums, CSR events, and partnership discussions to
enhance visibility and funding opportunities.

High-Net-Worth Individual (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.

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.

Requirements

Key Qualifications & Experience:

- Master’s degree in Business Administration, Social Work, Marketing,
Communications, or a related field.

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

- Proven track record of securing large grants (CSR, institutional, or
international funding) and managing high-value donor relationships.

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

- Prior leadership experience in managing and mentoring fundraising teams.

- Prior experience in vocational education/skilling programs or government
collaborations will be preferred.

Skills & Competencies:

- Strategic Fundraising & Business Development

- Grant Writing & Proposal Development

- Relationship Management & Networking

- Data-Driven Decision Making

- Leadership & Team Management

Key Attributes:

- Mission-Driven

- Entrepreneurial Mindset

- High Integrity

- Resilience & Adaptability

- Exceptional Communication

📌 Senior Manager - Fundraising (Pune)
🏢 Recognized
📍 Pune