Company Description Sanchalana News is a Kannada news channel committed to delivering state, national, and international news rapidly, accurately, and without bias. It focuses on serving Kannada-speaking audiences with trustworthy information across a wide range of topics. The organization values journalistic integrity, transparency, and public interest in all its reporting. Team members work in a fast-paced environment where timely coverage and credibility are central to the mission. Role Description The Fundraiser at Sanchalana News is a full-time, on-site role based in Bengaluru. This role is responsible for identifying and engaging potential donors, sponsors, and partners to support the channel’s growth and initiatives. Day-to-day tasks include researching funding opportunities, conducting outreach via calls, emails, and in-person meetings, and presenting the organization’s mission and programs in a compelling way. The Fundraiser will plan and coordinate fundraising campaigns and events, maintain donor databases, and prepare reports on fundraising performance. Collaboration with editorial, marketing, and management teams is expected to ensure that fundraising efforts align with organizational goals and values. Qualifications
• Ability to build and maintain relationships with donors,



sponsors, and community partners, demonstrating strong interpersonal and communication skills.
• Experience in fundraising, sales, business development, or nonprofit development, with a track record of meeting financial or outreach targets.
• Solid organizational and planning abilities, including managing multiple campaigns, events, and follow-ups with attention to detail.
• Solid presentation and negotiation skills, with the ability to clearly articulate the organization’s mission and funding needs.
• Comfort with using basic office software and donor or CRM tools to track prospects, contributions, and reports.
• Fluency in Kannada and proficiency in English, with the ability to communicate effectively across diverse stakeholder groups.
• Understanding of media or news industry dynamics is an advantage, especially in the regional Kannada news context.
• Bachelor’s degree in business, communications, marketing, social sciences, or a related field, or equivalent practical experience.
• Commitment to ethical fundraising practices and alignment with Sanchalana News’s values of accuracy, speed, and impartial reporting.

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