Job Title: Fundraising Manager
Location: Lucknow
Job Type: Full-time
Reports To: Secretary/Director
Job Summary:
The Fundraising Manager is responsible for planning, developing, and executing strategies to secure financial support for the organization. This role plays a key part in building donor relationships, managing fundraising campaigns, organizing events, and ensuring financial targets are met to support the mission and sustainability of the organization.
Key Responsibilities:
- Develop and implement comprehensive fundraising strategies (annual and long-term) to meet revenue goals.
- Identify and cultivate relationships with potential donors including individuals, corporations, foundations, and government agencies.
- Plan and execute fundraising events, campaigns, and initiatives including annual giving, major gifts, capital campaigns, and online fundraising.
- Prepare compelling grant proposals, donor reports, sponsorship packages, and fundraising appeals.
- Maintain a database of donors and prospects; track and analyze fundraising metrics using CRM tools.
- Collaborate with the communications team to develop fundraising-related content for newsletters, social media, and marketing materials.
- Manage donor stewardship activities to maintain and enhance donor relationships.
- Oversee budgets and ensure proper allocation of fundraising expenditures.
- Stay updated on fundraising trends, compliance, and best practices.
- Provide regular progress reports to senior leadership and the board.
Qualifications:
- Bachelor’s degree in nonprofit management, business, communications, or a related field (Master’s preferred).
- Minimum [3-5] years of experience in fundraising, development, or donor relations, preferably in the nonprofit sector.
- Proven track record of successful fundraising and donor cultivation.
- Strong interpersonal and relationship-building skills.
- Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
- Highly organized with the ability to manage multiple projects and deadlines.
- Creative, strategic thinker with a results-driven approach.
Preferred Skills:
- Grant writing experience.
- Event planning and execution experience.
- Knowledge of tax laws related to donations and nonprofit finance.
- Understanding of digital fundraising tools and techniques.
Work Environment & Expectations:
- May include occasional evenings and weekends for events.
- Ability to travel locally and occasionally regionally for donor meetings or conferences.
- Professional demeanor and commitment to the mission of the organization.
Job Type: Full-time
Pay: ₹18,000.00 - ₹20,000.00 per month
Benefits:
- Cell phone reimbursement
- Flexible schedule
- Internet reimbursement
- Paid sick time
Experience:
- Fundraising: 2 years (Required)
