Senior Manager - Fundraising

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
  

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
  

 
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.
  

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.
  

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.
  

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.
  

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.
  

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.
  

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.
  

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. 
  

Key Attributes

• Mission-Driven
  
• Entrepreneurial Mindset
  
• High Integrity
  
• Resilience & Adaptability
  
• Exceptional Communication (both written and verbal)