Fundraising Manager

Company Overview:

Bharatiya Jain Sanghatana is a non-profit organisation dedicated to nation-building through impactful social development, disaster response, environmental stewardship, and educational initiatives since 1985. With a strong nationwide presence and an active volunteer network, BJS works collaboratively with governments, communities and partners to design and implement sustainable solutions to pressing societal challenges. The organization's mission is to identify relevant social concerns, develop meaningful interventions and ensure their effective, scalable implementation across the country.

Position Summary:

The Manager Fundraising will be responsible for driving resource mobilization efforts and building strategic partnerships across corporate, institutional, and individual donor segments.

This role requires a result-oriented professional with strong relationship management skills, the ability to build fundraising pipelines, and a deep understanding of the CSR and development ecosystem in India.

Key Responsibilities:

1. Fundraising Strategy & Pipeline Development

Develop and execute fundraising strategies across multiple channels CSR, foundations, multilateral agencies, government, alumni, and individual donors

Build and manage a robust pipeline of funders and campaigns

Identify and activate new funding opportunities aligned with organizational priorities

Collaborate with leadership to leverage networks and expand

2. Partnerships & Donor Engagement:

Establish and nurture long-term relationships with corporates, foundations, and key stakeholders

Design and implement donor engagement and retention strategies to ensure renewals and upgrades

Lead partner meetings, presentations, and engagement initiatives

Ensure strong alignment between partner expectations and program delivery

3. CSR & Institutional Fundraising:

Identify and engage with corporate partners for CSR funding opportunities

Develop customized proposals, pitch decks, and presentations

Manage end-to-end CSR partnerships, including onboarding, execution, and reporting

Ensure compliance with CSR guidelines and donor expectations

4. Campaigns & Events:

Conceptualize and execute high-impact fundraising campaigns in collaboration with internal teams

Plan and manage events, conferences, and donor engagement activities

Work closely with marketing and content teams to maximize campaign reach and success

5. Donor Reporting & Communication:

Ensure timely sharing of donor reports, updates, and impact communication

Coordinate with program and finance teams for accurate reporting and documentation

Maintain high-quality communication standards with all stakeholders

6. Due Diligence & Compliance:

Conduct due diligence of partners, donors, and campaigns to ensure credibility and compliance

Ensure adherence to regulatory requirements, MoUs, and internal processes

Support legal documentation and partnership agreements

7. Systems & Process Management:

Strengthen systems for fund tracking, donor management, and reporting

Maintain proper documentation of partnerships, proposals, and communications

Contribute to building structured SOPs for the fundraising function

Qualifications and Experience:

Bachelor's degree in Marketing, Communications, Business Administration, Social Work, or related field (master's preferred)

57 years of relevant experience in fundraising / CSR / partnerships, preferably in the NGO sector

Proven track record of mobilizing funds from diverse sources (CSR, foundations, institutions, etc.)

Experience in digital fundraising or crowdfunding platforms

Strong network within corporate and CSR circles

Familiarity with Maharashtra / India development sector ecosystem

Key Skills & Competencies:

Strong stakeholder management and relationship-building skills

Excellent communication, proposal writing, and presentation abilities

Strategic thinking with strong execution capabilities

Understanding of CSR landscape and funding ecosystem in India

Ability to manage multiple priorities and deliver within timelines

Proficiency in MS Office (Word, Excel, PowerPoint)

To Apply:

Interested candidates are invited to submit their resume along with a cover letter outlining their relevant experience and interest in the position to [Confidential Information]. Please mention Manager Fund Raising - Pune in the subject line.