Fundraising Manager

Job Title: Fundraising Manager

Location: Gurugram, Haryana

Organization: Samvedna Development Society

Education: Master's in Social Work (MSW) or MBA in any stream

Experience: Minimum 5 years of proven experience in fundraising, preferably in the development or social impact sector

Salary Range: 8-12 LPA CTC (based on experience and skills)

About Samvedna Development Society

Samvedna Development Society is a not-for-profit organization dedicated to holistic community development through strategic interventions in health, education, skill development, sanitation, and livelihoods. With projects across multiple states and a strong team of professionals, we aim to create sustainable and scalable impact in underserved communities.

Role Summary

We are seeking an experienced and dynamic Fundraising Manager to lead and expand our resource mobilization efforts. The incumbent will be responsible for developing and implementing fundraising strategies, cultivating donor relationships, writing proposals, managing grants, and ensuring sustained income generation to support our programs.

Key Responsibilities:

• Fundraising Strategy & Execution
• Develop and implement a robust fundraising strategy aligned with organizational goals
• Identify new funding opportunities from CSR partners, foundations, government agencies, and international donors
• Donor Management & Cultivation
• Build and maintain strong relationships with existing and potential donors
• Ensure regular communication and reporting to funders, maintaining high standards of donor stewardship
• Proposal Writing & Grant Management
• Write persuasive grant proposals, concept notes, and reports
• Collaborate with program teams to gather relevant data and impact stories for fundraising content
• MOU/Contract Negotiations
• Participate in drafting, reviewing, and revising MOUs and funding agreements
• Coordinate with legal and finance teams to ensure contractual and compliance accuracy
• Reporting & Documentation
• Maintain comprehensive fundraising data, trackers, and donor databases
• Provide monthly and quarterly reports on fundraising progress and projections
• Networking & Representation
• Represent Samvedna at relevant events, CSR platforms, donor meetings, and conferences
• Build visibility of the organization's impact through partnerships and thought leadership

Desired Skills & Competencies:

• Strong understanding of the development sector and CSR ecosystem in India
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills
• Proven track record in achieving fundraising targets (preferably in the ₹10 Cr+ range annually)
• Strong networking and relationship-building abilities
• Strategic thinking, problem-solving, and negotiation skills
• Proficiency in MS Office, proposal templates, and fundraising CRMs