Fundraising Manager

Company Description

EduSkills Foundation® is a non-profit organization dedicated to creating an Industry 4.0-ready digital workforce across India. By bridging the gap between academia and industry, EduSkills provides world-class curriculum access to educators and students. The organization collaborates with key stakeholders, including educational institutions, faculty, students, and government bodies, implementing innovative skilling programs. Through its holistic focus on education, employment, and entrepreneurship, EduSkills aims to revolutionize teaching methodologies and the ICT-based education system in India.

Role Description

This is a full-time on-site role based in Hyderabad for a CSR Fundraising Manager. The CSR Fundraising Manager will be responsible for planning and executing strategies to secure and maintain corporate social responsibility (CSR) funding. Day-to-day tasks include identifying potential donors, building and maintaining relationships, preparing compelling proposals, and organizing fundraising events. The role also involves managing communications and engagement with stakeholders to ensure alignment with the organization's vision and objectives.

Key Responsibilities

CSR Fundraising & Corporate Outreach

• Identify and map potential corporate CSR donors and funding opportunities
• Build relationships with CSR heads, foundations, and corporate leadership
• Lead outreach through meetings, presentations, and networking initiatives
• Develop and maintain a strong CSR partner pipeline

Proposal Development & Documentation

• Prepare CSR proposals, concept notes, budgets, and presentations
• Customize proposals aligned with corporate CSR themes and compliance requirements
• Coordinate with program teams to gather impact data and project plans
• Ensure proper documentation for MoUs, agreements, and reporting

Partnership & Account Management

• Manage ongoing relationships with CSR partners
• Ensure timely communication, reporting, and engagement activities
• Track commitments, deliverables, and renewal opportunities
• Organize partner visits, reviews, and joint events

Project Monitoring & Reporting

• Work with internal teams to ensure effective implementation of CSR-funded projects
• Track utilization of funds and program progress
• Prepare impact reports, utilization certificates, and success stories
• Ensure compliance with CSR guidelines and partner expectations

Strategy & Growth

• Contribute to the organization's CSR fundraising strategy and annual targets
• Monitor CSR trends, policies, and sector opportunities
• Support leadership in building long-term institutional partnerships

Required Qualifications

• Bachelor's or Master's degree in Management, Social Work, Public Policy, Development Studies, or related field
• 4–8 years experience in CSR fundraising, corporate partnerships, or nonprofit business development
• Strong proposal writing and presentation skills
• Experience interacting with corporate CSR teams or foundations
• Good understanding of CSR compliance and reporting requirements
• Excellent communication and stakeholder management skills

Preferred Skills

• Experience in education, skilling, or social impact sector
• Existing corporate CSR network is an advantage
• Strong negotiation and relationship-building ability
• Ability to work independently and achieve fundraising targets

Key Performance Indicators (KPIs)

• CSR funds mobilized annually
• Number of corporate partnerships signed
• Proposal conversion ratio
• Partner retention and renewal rate
• Timely submission of reports and compliance documents