About WHDC
The World Habitation & Development Council (WHDC) is a global humanitarian organization working to redefine the future of human habitation through sustainable, equitable, and climate-resilient development.
WHDC's mission is to ensure that growth and progress do not come at the cost of nature or humanity. We work with governments, industries, and institutions across continents through our three flagship frameworks:
- WHI (World Habitation Indexing): A global sustainability and livability index that measures how cities, towns, and communities sustain life in harmony with nature.
- CRISP (Construction Resilience, Impact & Sustainability Protocol): A certification system evaluating infrastructure projects for their environmental, social, and economic impact during execution.
- GAR (Global Adaptation & Resilience Rating): A framework that assesses and strengthens climate adaptation and disaster resilience at regional and national levels.
At WHDC, we believe that corporate responsibility is the soul of sustainable development. Every partnership we build becomes a step toward a more habitable planet.
Position Overview
The CSR Manager Corporate Partnerships & Fund Mobilization will lead WHDC's engagement with High-Net-Worth Individuals (HNIs), corporations, and public sector enterprises (PSUs) to mobilize CSR funding, donations, and strategic alliances that drive WHDC's state and national missions.
This position is ideal for an accomplished professional who can blend corporate diplomacy with humanitarian purpose someone who sees CSR not just as compliance but as a legacy of impact.
The CSR Manager will act as the face of WHDC's philanthropic and corporate partnerships, representing one of the most respected global organizations in sustainable development.
Key Responsibilities
1. CSR Strategy & Relationship Management
- Develop and execute WHDC's CSR partnership strategy to mobilize funds and resources from corporates and HNIs.
- Identify potential partners aligned with WHDC's sustainability objectives and establish long-term relationships.
- Represent WHDC in corporate CSR forums, boardroom discussions, and philanthropic roundtables.
- Create partnership models for WHI, CRISP, and GAR frameworks under CSR mandates.
2. Proposal Development & Fund Mobilization
- Prepare high-quality project proposals, concept notes, and partnership decks tailored to corporate CSR priorities.
- Lead negotiations with CSR heads, foundation trustees, and senior corporate leaders.
- Mobilize CSR funds, donations, and in-kind contributions for WHDC's projects, campaigns, and community initiatives.
- Coordinate due diligence, documentation, and compliance for CSR agreements and MoUs.
3. Program Implementation & Reporting
- Collaborate with WHDC project teams to ensure CSR-funded initiatives are implemented on schedule and within scope.
- Monitor progress, measure impact, and prepare professional progress and financial reports for partners.
- Maintain transparent documentation and ensure full compliance with Companies Act, 2013 (CSR Rules).
4. Thought Leadership & Advocacy
- Position WHDC as a global thought leader in sustainability-driven CSR.
- Represent WHDC at conferences, CSR awards, and corporate events.
- Build a strong personal network with sustainability officers, CEOs, CSR consultants, and philanthropists.
5. Coordination & Teamwork
- Work closely with the National CSR Secretariat and State Mission Directors for project alignment.
- Support capacity-building workshops for WHDC's CSR team and partners.
- Collaborate with Finance, Legal, and Communications departments to maintain standards of excellence.
Qualifications & Eligibility
Education
- Bachelor's degree (mandatory) in Management, Economics, Social Work, Environmental Studies, or related field.
- Master's degree in Business Administration, Public Policy, or Development Management preferred.
Experience
- Minimum 2 years of proven experience as CSR Executive and 3+ years overall experience in CSR fundraising, partnerships, or institutional development.
- Demonstrated success in CSR fund mobilization, MoU execution, or donor relationship management.
- Strong understanding of CSR policy, sustainability practices, and SDG alignment.
Skills & Competencies
- Exceptional communication, negotiation, and presentation skills.
- High-level corporate network and confidence to engage with senior leadership.
- Strong proposal writing, analytical, and reporting skills.
- Fluent in English (knowledge of Hindi or regional languages preferred).
- Professional integrity, emotional intelligence, and commitment to social impact.
What WHDC Offers
- A prestigious global platform to engage with governments, corporates, and thought leaders.
- Opportunity to represent WHDC at international sustainability forums.
- Exposure to large-scale development projects under WHI, CRISP, and GAR frameworks.
- Professional training, mentorship, and recognition through WHDC Global Leadership Awards.
- Hybrid working model with extensive outreach opportunities.
Why Join WHDC
Joining WHDC means becoming part of a global mission to build a sustainable, inclusive, and habitable world.
Here, you don't just work you influence the course of future development.
Every partnership you forge and every project you enable brings humanity closer to balance with nature.
If you believe in impact beyond numbers, leadership beyond authority, and purpose beyond position your place is here, with WHDC.
