About Sethu Sethu is a not-for-profit organisation based in Goa, dedicated to ensuring that every child, especially those facing neurodevelopmental, emotional, educational or behavioural challenges, can thrive within their families and communities. Since our inception, we have supported over 10,500 children and caregivers, providing assessment, therapy, early intervention, and caregiver training rooted in neuro-affirming, strengths-based, family-centred care. We have collaborated closely with local government departments, other reputed NGOs, and companies. The Role We are seeking a driven Fundraising & Development Officer to drive the execution of Sethu’s resource mobilization efforts. You will work in a team with Communications professionals and the COO, helping to execute a cohesive fundraising roadmap by managing grant compliance, drafting compelling proposals, and ensuring a high standard of donor stewardship. This is a full-time, in-person, campus-based role. The challenges of modern fundraising require dynamic brainstorming, direct communication, and a deep, daily connection to the cause – things that can only be achieved by being physically present at the Centre.

Key Responsibilities
Pipeline Execution & Campaign Management: Maintain a structured pipeline of fundraising opportunities. Plan and execute targeted fundraising campaigns (such as crowdfunding) tailored for domestic audiences (CSR, foundations, HNIs) and international supporters. Grant Management & Institutional Compliance: Oversee the end-to-end reporting process – from data collection to final submission. Work closely with program and finance teams to create high-quality reports that fulfill donor commitments on time. Maintain compliance and timely communication with international organizations for global diaspora funding. Due Diligence & Renewals: Complete due diligence submissions for new donors and draft proposals for the renewal of existing individual, corporate, and institutional grants. On-site Engagement & Corporate Partnerships: Plan and execute on




- site meetings for our valuable supporters. Manage the logistics and execution of corporate engagement models, such as hosting employee volunteering days. Narrative Translation & Storytelling: Participate in regular communication through acknowledgments, newsletters, and impact stories. Articulate the efficacy of Sethu’s WHO-ICF aligned "Trifecta Model" (neuro-affirming, strengths-based, and family-centred care) into sharp, audience-specific narratives and evidence-based grant proposals. Donor Database & Administration: Maintain and regularly update Sethu’s historical and current donor databases, ensuring accurate tracking of financial commitments, reporting deadlines, and high standards of stewardship. Candidate Profile Educational

Qualifications:
Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in the Social Sciences, Development Studies, Communications, Business Administration, or a related field.

Experience:
2 to 4 years of experience specifically in NGO fundraising, CSR coordination, grant administration, or corporate communications. Proactive Ownership: You do not wait for instructions. You are comfortable taking the initiative, driving projects forward independently, and exploring recent avenues to build awareness about Sethu's projects. Mission Immersion: A deep empathy for child development and family guidance. You actively connect with our programs and mission to develop a deep understanding of our daily work.. Strong Communicator: Excellent written and verbal communication skills, with the ability to draft structured proposals, concept notes, impact reports, donor newsletters, and compelling pitch narratives. Organizational

Skills:
High attention to detail, capable of tracking multiple grant deadlines, compliance metrics, and managing a CRM/donor database effectively. To Apply Please send in your resume along with a Statement of Purpose to [email protected]. Use this statement to detail a past fundraising initiative, grant, or partnership you successfully managed, and explain why you are drawn to Sethu's mission. www.sethu.in +91 77 200 13749 9am—5pm, Tues to Saturday

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