WHERE DOES THIS ROLE FITS IN THE BIGGER PICTURE?
We like to think of ourselves as learning implementers – practitioners at heart, committed to action and iteration, yet equally dedicated to measuring, learning, and improving everything we do.
In the VP, Partnership role, we are looking for a strategic, relationship-driven and entrepreneurial leader to lead Medha’s fundraising and funder engagement efforts. The role will be responsible for building and strengthening long-term partnerships with foundations, corporations, multilaterals and other aligned institutions, while developing a diversified and sustainable funding pipeline.
The VP, Partnerships will lead the partnerships team and work closely with Programs, Finance, Impact, Communications and senior leadership to translate organisational priorities into compelling funding opportunities, solid proposals, effective grant management, high-quality reporting and meaningful funder engagement. As a member of the senior leadership team, the role will also contribute to strategic organisational decisions.
WHAT YOU WILL BE RESPONSIBLE FOR:
Fundraising Strategy & Resource Mobilisation
Develop and execute Medha’s fundraising strategy and annual/long-term resource mobilization.
Identify opportunities to diversify funding sources and strengthen the organization’s long-term financial sustainability.
Lead high-value fundraising conversations, pitches and negotiations with prospective partners.
Funder Engagement & Partnership Management
Build, deepen and maintain trusted relationships with existing and prospective funders and strategic partners.
Manage the complete partnership lifecycle from lead generation, scoping and proposal development through due diligence, contracting, implementation, renewal and closure.
Develop engagement plans that go beyond transactional funding and create opportunities for deeper strategic value for both Medha and its partners.
Understand funder priorities and expectations and ensure timely fol
📌 VP, Partnerships (India)
🏢 Medha
📍 India