18 Fundraising Assistant jobs in India

• Develop and implement strategic fundraising plans to achieve annual revenue goals.
• Identify, research, and cultivate prospective individual donors, foundations, and corporate sponsors.
• Write compelling grant proposals, applications, and reports for various funding sources.
• Manage and nurture relationships with current donors, ensuring high levels of engagement and retention.
• Organize and execute fundraising events, campaigns, and donor recognition activities.
• Prepare persuasive fundraising materials, including brochures, presentations, and appeals.
• Collaborate with program staff to understand funding needs and articulate the impact of the organization's work.
• Track fundraising progress, analyze data, and provide regular reports to senior management.
• Stay informed about philanthropic trends, best practices, and relevant legislation.
• Represent the organization at community events, conferences, and meetings with potential stakeholders.
• Oversee donor database management and ensure data integrity.
• Develop and manage the annual fundraising budget.

• Bachelor's degree in Philanthropy, Non-profit Management, Communications, Marketing, or a related field. A Master's degree is preferred.
• Minimum of 5-7 years of progressive experience in fundraising, grant writing, and donor relations within the non-profit sector.
• Demonstrated success in securing significant funding from diverse sources.
• Exceptional writing, editing, and verbal communication skills, with a talent for crafting persuasive narratives.
• Strong understanding of fundraising principles, techniques, and ethical standards.
• Experience with donor management software (e.g., Salesforce, Raiser's Edge).
• Proven ability to build and maintain strong relationships with stakeholders at all levels.
• Excellent organizational and project management skills, with the ability to manage multiple priorities.
• Strategic thinking and problem-solving capabilities.
• Passion for the organization's mission and a commitment to community impact.
• Ability to work collaboratively and independently.

• Identify and research potential grant funding sources, including foundations, corporations, and government agencies.
• Write, edit, and proofread high-quality grant proposals, applications, and reports.
• Collaborate with program managers and other stakeholders to gather information, understand project objectives, and articulate impact.
• Develop and maintain a grant calendar, ensuring all deadlines are met.
• Build and nurture relationships with foundation program officers and other funders.
• Track grant submissions and outcomes, maintaining accurate records of awarded and declined grants.
• Assist in the development of organizational fundraising strategies and messaging.
• Ensure all grant applications adhere to funder guidelines and requirements.
• Stay informed about best practices in grant writing and fundraising.
• Contribute to the overall success of the organization by securing essential funding.

• Bachelor's degree in English, Communications, Public Policy, or a related field. A Master's degree is a plus.
• Minimum of 4 years of experience in grant writing and fundraising for non-profit organizations.
• Demonstrated success in securing grants from diverse funding sources.
• Exceptional writing, editing, and research skills, with a keen eye for detail.
• Proficiency in developing persuasive narratives and articulating program outcomes.
• Strong organizational and project management skills, with the ability to manage multiple deadlines simultaneously.
• Familiarity with grant databases and research tools.
• Excellent interpersonal and communication skills, effective for remote collaboration.
• Passion for social causes and non-profit work.
• Ability to work independently and as part of a remote team.

• Research and identify potential funding sources, including government grants, corporate foundations, and private philanthropic organizations.
• Write, edit, and submit persuasive grant proposals, applications, and reports that align with organizational goals and funder requirements.
• Develop and maintain a grants calendar to track deadlines and ensure timely submissions.
• Cultivate and manage relationships with existing and prospective donors, foundations, and corporate partners.
• Collaborate with program staff to gather necessary information for grant proposals and reports.
• Track grant funding, ensuring compliance with all reporting requirements and budgetary guidelines.
• Develop fundraising strategies and campaigns to support specific organizational projects and operational needs.
• Organize and execute fundraising events and activities.
• Maintain accurate donor and grant records in the CRM database.
• Steward relationships with donors through personalized communication and recognition.
• Stay informed about trends and best practices in fundraising and grant writing.

• Bachelor's degree in English, Communications, Public Relations, Nonprofit Management, or a related field.
• Minimum of 3-5 years of proven experience in grant writing and fundraising, preferably within the non-profit sector.
• Demonstrated success in securing grants from various funding sources.
• Excellent writing, editing, and proofreading skills, with a strong ability to craft compelling narratives.
• Proficiency in researching funding opportunities and understanding grant application processes.
• Strong organizational and time management skills, with the ability to manage multiple projects and deadlines.
• Experience with donor management software (CRM) is essential.
• Excellent interpersonal and communication skills, with the ability to build relationships.
• A passion for the organization's mission and a commitment to making a difference.

• Identifying and researching potential grant opportunities.
• Writing, editing, and submitting high-quality grant proposals and applications.
• Developing project narratives, budgets, and supporting documentation.
• Collaborating with program managers to gather information and ensure accuracy.
• Building and maintaining relationships with foundation program officers and funders.
• Tracking grant application status and reporting on outcomes.
• Ensuring compliance with all grant requirements and reporting guidelines.
• Contributing to the overall fundraising strategy of the organization.
• Managing a portfolio of grant applications and deadlines effectively.
• Staying informed about best practices in grant writing and philanthropy.

• Research and identify potential funding sources, including foundations, corporations, and government agencies.
• Develop persuasive and well-researched grant proposals, letters of inquiry, and other fundraising materials.
• Collaborate with program staff to gather information and ensure proposals accurately reflect project needs and outcomes.
• Manage the grant application process from start to finish, ensuring all deadlines and submission requirements are met.
• Maintain a database of grant opportunities, submissions, and reporting requirements.
• Cultivate and maintain relationships with current and prospective donors and funders.
• Prepare grant reports and ensure compliance with funder guidelines.
• Assist in the development and implementation of broader fundraising strategies.
• Stay informed about trends in philanthropy and the non-profit sector.
• Track and analyze fundraising results, providing regular updates to leadership.

• Bachelor's degree in English, Communications, Non-profit Management, or a related field.
• Minimum of 4 years of experience in grant writing and fundraising, preferably within the non-profit sector.
• Proven track record of successfully securing grants from various sources.
• Exceptional written and verbal communication skills, with a strong ability to craft compelling narratives.
• Proficiency in research methodologies and grant databases.
• Strong organizational and project management skills, with meticulous attention to detail.
• Ability to work independently, manage multiple projects, and meet deadlines in a remote setting.
• Knowledge of non-profit operations and program development.
• Passion for the organization's mission and a commitment to social impact.

Our Vision:

Help IIT Bombay rank among the top engineering and technology institutes worldwide by fostering strong relationships with its alumni, corporations and philanthropists.

About us:

The Indian Institute of Technology Bombay, set up in 1958 as the second IIT, is recognised worldwide as a leader in the field of science and engineering education and research. The Institute was granted the status of 'Institution of Eminence' by the Ministry of Education (the then Ministry of Human Resources Development) on July 9, 2018. IIT Bombay is reputed for the quality of its faculty, cutting edge research, industry relations and the outstanding calibre of students graduating from its undergraduate and postgraduate programmes. The Institute has 17 academic departments, 35 other academic entities (Centres/ Programmes/ Academic facilities/ Hubs/ Externally funded centres and Labs) and three schools. Over the last six decades, more than 75,000 engineers and scientists have graduated from the Institute. It is served by 751 faculty members and about 150 visiting and part-time faculty considered not only amongst the best within the country but also highly recognised in the world for achievements in the field of education and research. On June 4, 2024, IIT Bombay was ranked 1st in India and 118th in the world in the Quacquarelli Symonds (QS) World University Rankings for 2025. On March 12, 2025, IIT Bombay was ranked 28th in Engineering and Technology in the Quacquarelli Symonds (QS) World University Rankings by Subject for 2025.

Job Purpose:

Work closely with the team to design fund raise strategy, engage deeply with Major donors, and closely collaborate with other DRF verticals and internal key stakeholders at IIT Bombay to oversee and ensure effective execution of the strategy. Raise funds for IIT Bombay, manage donors and the team; align with organization’s vision statement through end-to-end fundraising process – undertake research, identify new donors (national + international), meet potential donors, write proposals & undertake documentation.

Key Responsibilities

• Conceptualize, shape and implement a comprehensive and purpose-driven fund-raising strategy by building deep and long-term engagements with Major Donors.
• Conduct prospect research and actively identify, cultivate, and solicit new partnerships, and personally engage with donors to fully understand where their interests, concerns and talents align with opportunities at IIT Bombay.
• Prepare donor narratives and fund utilization reports for relevant stakeholders.
• Powerfully showcase IIT Bombay leadership in the fields of science and technology, ongoing research work and elicit partnership from donors.
• Engage with internal key stakeholders to fully understand the strategic priorities and research focus and co-create new long-term avenues for donations.
• Analyze and mine trends, data and information to create avenues and navigate fund-raise opportunities.
• Strive to exceed the set targets for fund-raising annually with the help of the team

Desired Experience/ competencies:

• 8-14 years’ experience in building and growing relationships for growth/ development
• Excellent communication & relationship building skills
• Association with philanthropy and fund raising is a plus
• Experience of managing small teams preferred

Job Location:

Mumbai, Bangalore