Job Title: Senior Manager(Fundraising)
Location: Pune, Maharashtra
Travel : PAN India as per the need of the job role
Position Overview:
The Senior Manager - Fundraising will spearhead the development and execution of a high-impact fundraising strategy to secure resources from CSR initiatives, institutional donors, philanthropic foundations, and high-net-worth individuals (HNIs). This leadership role demands strategic vision, exceptional relationship management, and the ability to drive sustainable financial growth for LAHI’s mission.
Lend A Hand India’s mission:
Equip School Students to Maximise Their Potential Through Skill Education
Our Approach:
- Direct implementation in schools
- Partnership with central-state governments to define, and scale policy
- Building of Centres of Excellence that act as lighthouses for innovation
Resource organisation for the skilling ecosystem
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Our Knowledge in Action:
Through the design & execution of innovative models from training centres, innovation hubs to mobile outreach initiatives, LAHI’s innovative knowledge resource drives both grassroots learning and systemic transformation across India. With 250+ LAHI staff embedded in state education systems across 20+ states, we provide technical and project management support, enabling governments to translate policy into action.
Our Reach:
LAHI’s current scale of work includes -
- 20+ States and UTs
- 15000+ Schools
- 15 Lakh+ Students
250+ Team Members
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What Truly Sets a Career at Lend A Hand India Apart -
- Work as a Systemic Architect, not just an Implementer: You help build and refine the system itself, influencing policy and creating lasting change.
- Experience the thrill of scale with depth: See your ideas and efforts replicated across thousands of schools, impacting millions of students in a measurable way.
- Master Complex Collaboration: Gain unparalleled experience navigating and synergizing the worlds of government, corporate CSR, and community.
- Be a part of Proven Model of Success: You are contributing to a solution that is already working and celebrated, not just theorizing about one.
- Career with a Tangible Legacy: Your work directly creates skilled professionals, confident entrepreneurs, and a stronger national economy.
Investment in you: We offer competitive compensation, comprehensive support & robust benefits and a culture that actively champions your professional development and holistic well-being.
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Key Responsibilities:
Strategic Fundraising Leadership -
- Design and implement an advanced fundraising strategy to achieve annual and long-term financial goals.
- Identify, cultivate, and secure high-value funding opportunities from CSR, domestic and international foundations, trusts, and HNIs.
- Oversee and expand relationships with key donors, ensuring exceptional engagement and retention.
Monitor fundraising performance metrics and provide strategic insights to leadership and the board.
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Grant Writing & Proposal Excellence -
- Lead the creation of high-quality grant proposals, concept notes, and pitch decks tailored to diverse donor segments.
- Collaborate with cross-functional teams (Programs, Finance, M&E, Communications) to align proposals with organizational goals and impact metrics.
Ensure compliance and timely submission of proposals throughout the grant lifecycle.
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Corporate & Institutional Partnerships –
- Build and manage strategic relationships with CSR leaders, institutional donors, and funding agencies to secure multi-year commitments.
- Develop and present innovative corporate engagement models, including employee volunteering, skill-based partnerships, and co-branded initiatives.
Represent LAHI at high-profile forums, CSR events, and partnership discussions to enhance visibility and funding opportunities.
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High-Net-Worth Individual (HNI) & Major Donor Engagement -
- Design and execute a comprehensive major gifts program, targeting HNIs, family offices, and philanthropists.
- Organize bespoke donor engagement activities, such as impact tours and storytelling sessions, to foster long-term relationships.
Develop tailored strategies for legacy giving and endowment funding.
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Donor Reporting & Compliance -
- Ensure timely, accurate, and compelling donor reports, including financial updates and impact assessments.
- Maintain a robust CRM system to track donor interactions, segmentation, and reporting deadlines.
Collaborate with the Finance team to guarantee fund utilization compliance and transparency.
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Team Leadership & Development -
- Lead, mentor, and scale the fundraising team to achieve excellence.
- Design and implement capacity-building programs to enhance team skills and performance.
Foster a culture of collaboration, innovation, and results-driven execution.
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Minimum Qualifications & Experience -
- Minimum 10+ years of progressive experience in fundraising, business development, or donor relations, preferably in the non-profit/social sector.
- Proven track record of securing large grants (CSR, institutional, or international funding) and managing high-value donor relationships.
- Experience in corporate fundraising, HNI engagement, and grant writing with a demonstrable success rate.
- Prior leadership experience in managing and mentoring fundraising teams.
Preferred Qualifications & Experience -
- Master’s degree in Business Administration, Social Work, Marketing, Communications, or a related field.
Prior experience in vocational education/skilling programs or government collaborations.
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Key Attributes
- Mission-Driven
- Entrepreneurial Mindset
- High Integrity
- Resilience & Adaptability
- Exceptional Communication (both written and verbal)
