515 Fundraising Specialists jobs in India

About Udhyam:

Udhyam Learning Foundation (Udhyam) is on a mission towards Making Bharat Entrepreneurial. We believe that entrepreneurship is a powerful way to channelize an individual’s potential. Entrepreneurship enables agency and allows an individual to work on their strengths while creating value for the world.

Our programs:

• Udhyam Shiksha works on developing entrepreneurial mindsets among the youth and enabling them to achieve their potential, having impacted ~40,00,000 learners across 12 Indian states.

• Udhyam Vyapaar focuses on nano businesses in India, and solving large problems faced by them, at scale; having already enabled up to a 27% income uplift for 5000+ entrepreneurs.

The goal for Udhyam is to build a thriving and supportive ecosystem, where every individual feels empowered to define their own path

Udhyam Shiksha is looking for a Principal Specialist - Fundraising to anchor fundraising efforts and funder relationships across CSR, HNIs and Foundations

Responsibilities:

• Actively scout for donors and raise funds as per Shiksha’s fundraising goals 

• Own and manage funder relationships

• Own and manage Funder Proposals: To create customized proposals, to target different funders, as per the need assessed by us or requested by them, in a timely manner.

• Own and manage Funder reporting: Preparing individual project reports for the different projects, as per the format specified by funder Or as per internal template within the timelines agreed with funder (mostly quarterly, and annual)

• Funder research: Conduct comprehensive online secondary research to understand funder interests and needs, to enable targeting the proposals well.

• Team Collaboration: Work closely with other team members, attend key project meetings to understand realities of projects, and actively participate in discussions, when needed.

• Misc: Other tasks related to the project, as and when they arise, and as per team’s requirement.

The ideal candidate will have:

• Proven track record of raising funds from large institutional donors, CSRs and HNIs

• Sound experience in managing donor relationships 

• Strong network with global and Indian donor community

• Deep understanding of the development sector and funder ecosystem

• Excellent proposal writing skills, with ability to adapt based on programme and donor requirements

• High level of ethics and integrity

• Strong ownership and results orientation

In this position with Roundglass Foundation (Foundation), you will be responsible for implementing an action-oriented annual fundraising plan and establishing the network & relationships to secure the revenue for the Foundation’s philanthropic efforts.

You will work directly with the India Leader for the Foundation, and members of the thematic teams to build the pipeline of support from individuals, foundations, corporates, and other funding sources. This role would also require you to interface regularly with the Founder to advance the Foundation’s vision. You will build and grow a team that will keep pace with the program growth and on-ground expansion in India and will ensure that the annual fundraising targets are set and met through a coherent approach, engaging all key stakeholders internally and externally.

This role would be ideal for you if you are entrepreneurial, result-oriented, and have a proven track record of building and augmenting a national network of diverse donor support for organizations.

About Roundglass Foundation:

RoundGlass Foundation is pursuing a bold vision to bring abundance and prosperity back to the state of Punjab in India through philanthropic initiatives supporting under-served rural and urban communities. Since our founding in 2018, we have been engaged in a wide range of far-reaching projects, directly involving village communities in building opportunity and sustainable development in the region. Our Model Village and Model City initiatives have impacted the lives of 1,724,000 local people in over 1724 unique villages across the state through projects in pillars of Sustain Punjab, Learn Punjab (Education and Sports), Her Punjab (Women’s Initiatives), and Relief. We are an equal opportunity employer and value diversity at our company. We do not discriminate on the basis of race, religion, color, national origin, gender, sexual orientation, age, marital status, veteran status, or disability status. RoundGlass will provide reasonable accommodation to individuals with disabilities who need assistance applying for a job.

We rely on legitimate interest as a legal basis for processing personal information under the GDPR for purposes of recruitment and applications for employment.

What you’ll do:

• Create the roadmap and strategy for the Foundation’s fundraising with clear short-, medium-, and long-term objectives based on a shared vision of desired outcomes
• Develop a national network of diverse supporters strengthening the existing network and adding new champions and donors
• Build a diverse portfolio approach to fund raising in order to ensure effort and target distribution across different kinds of sources
• Proactively execute multiple aspects of the plan engaging high net worth individuals, corporations, foundations and other pertinent entities
• Work closely with Foundation Leader(s) to put in place and in use an effective fund channelization and utilization process along with clear measures to determine net value added in the targeted thematic areas
• Keep initiative teams informed on emergent trends and outlook in terms of long - standing partnership and/or support commitments to ensure that our operating designs are simple, relevant and practicable in terms of measurable impact
• Use the understanding of leading-edge philanthropic pipeline and cause related marketing management to drive related funding endeavors across different thematic areas of the Foundation Work with cross-functional teams to continually identify opportunities for enrichment and augmentation of fundraising opportunities and impact

Who we’re looking for:

• Master’s degree in Business, Social Sciences, or another related field with a minimum of 10 years of experience of having worked in a direct fundraising and partnership role with at least 3 years in a leadership position. Experience with social or development sector organizations would be preferred.
• A driven and empathetic leader who can work across boundaries and get things done
• Ability to work in a fast-paced environment with minimal supervision and comfort with the ambiguity of the fundraising universe
• Highly organized with strong project management skills, interpersonal skills, and an executive presence with the ability to quickly establish personal credibility and demonstrate expertise
• Highly developed cultural awareness and ability to work well in an international environment with people from diverse backgrounds, cultures, and time-zones
• Ability to stretch limits to meet deadlines and time-bound goals for self and team members • • • Outstanding leadership capabilities, ability to communicate a compelling vision and drive results while developing a strong team
• Adaptable with a penchant for innovation and a keen eye for emergent trends, regulatory environment, and fast-evolving policy context with willingness to learn on the fly

Why Roundglass:

Roundglass was built on the vision that wellbeing should be at the very center of our life journey. We are not only reimagining how the world experiences wellbeing, but how companies (like our own) support the wellbeing of their people. We’re a group of talented, socially conscious, gritty, innovators using technology and human energy to create a vibrant wellness ecosystem. Together, we have built an amazing community and we are always looking for people who share our passion.

Company Description

Civil Society Academy creates impact by partnering with and developing the capacity of Civil Society Organizations (CSOs) to promote social justice, inclusive development, and improved governance. We utilize design thinking and innovation to add value and foster agile leadership in organizations. Our programs and effective marketing strategies help CSOs access higher funding. We offer various services including impact training/workshops, coaching, and customized support to help CSOs achieve their goals.

Role Description

This is a full-time on-site role as a Fundraising Officer located preferably in Noida. The Fundraising Officer will be responsible for developing and executing fundraising strategies for CSO partners, identifying and cultivating potential donors, writing grant proposals, and maintaining donor relationships. Daily tasks include mining potential donors, facilitating fundraising campaigns, communicating with potential donors, training CSOs on fundraising strategies and writing winning proposals.

Qualifications

• Strong Communication skills and Writing skills
• 3+years of experience in fundraising from CSR, INGOs, Institutional and Individual Donors
• 5+ years of experience in the development sector
• Excellent Organization skills
• Ability to write winning proposals
• Ability to develop and execute fundraising strategies
• Experience in managing donor relationships
• Masters degree in a relevant field is preferred
• Knowledge of legal and ethical standards in fundraising is a plus

Please apply by sending your CV and a one-page statement of purpose to by 30th July 2025

Vacancy Announcement: Fundraising Officer

Location:  Bengaluru , India

Contract Type:  Full-Time

Application Deadline:  July 25, 2025

Expected Start Date:  Immediate

The Global Foundation of GoodNeighbors (GFGN)  is development organization is seeking a passionate and driven Fundraising Officer  to join our growing Resource Development team. This role will be instrumental in supporting our fundraising efforts, cultivating donor relationships, and helping to secure the resources vital for our impactful programs. If you are a proactive individual with a flair for communication and a commitment to social change, we encourage you to apply.

 Key Responsibilities:

• Plan, organize, and actively participate in street campaigns  and other offline fundraising initiatives  to engage the public and generate financial support.
• Take charge of securing relevant municipal or government approvals  for public fundraising activities.
• Assist in executing the organization’s resource mobilization strategy  across individual, institutional, and digital fundraising channels.
• Conduct research to identify potential donors , including individuals, corporate CSR partners, and grant-making bodies.
•  Foster and maintain relationships with existing and prospective donors , ensuring effective and timely communication and donor stewardship.
• Coordinate and implement digital fundraising campaigns , including content development for social media, websites, and email appeals.
• Support planning and execution of fundraising events , donor meetups, awareness drives, and community engagement initiatives.
• Maintain and regularly update the donor database (CRM)  with accurate records, donor preferences, and communication logs.
•  Develop and curate impact-driven content  such as donor communication, case studies, presentations, and fundraising collaterals

Qualifications:

•  Bachelor's degree in Marketing, Communications, Development Studies, Social Sciences, or a related field.
• Minimum 3-4 years  of proven experience in fundraising, resource mobilization, or related donor-facing roles, preferably within the development/non-profit sector .
• Preferred Multilingual applicant who can speak Kannada , Hindi ,English , Telegu 
•  Familiarity with various fundraising tools, techniques, and donor engagement strategies.
• Strong interpersonal skills and the ability to build and maintain relationships.
•  Ability to work effectively both independently and as part of a team
• Prior experience with donor reporting and compliance is highly desirable.

Good Neighbors is committed to a zero-tolerance policy on sexual exploitation, abuse, and harassment. We promote equal opportunity and a safe working environment for all.

Role Expectations:

1. Fundraising & Proposal Development

● Research on potential donors, including corporates, trusts/foundations, grant-making organisations, family foundations, and retail donors

●Study relevant RFPs to assess organisations' eligibility. If eligible, collaborate with program teams and the Founder-Director to develop high-quality proposals, concept notes, donor decks, and grant applications.

● Collaborate with program, M&E, and finance teams to compile content and data for submissions.

● Organising fundraising events

● Increase visibility by enabling participation in various events (Mumbai and other states)

2. Donor Reporting & Documentation

● Draft and format timely donor reports and updates.

● Maintain a clear, organised repository of donor documents, templates, and boilerplates.

● Curate impact stories, case studies, and visual summaries for donor communications and outreach.

3. Tracking & Coordination

● Maintain and update the Donor Tracker (potential and current) , including follow-ups, reporting schedules, and upcoming deadlines.

● Assist in scheduling and coordinating donor meetings and visits.

● Support internal reviews of donor commitments, grant timelines, and renewals.

Key performance indicators (KPIs)

● Raise 2.50 cr in the last two quarters of the FY 2025-26 and 8.00 cr in the FY 2026-27. 100% Achievement of annual fundraising targets set.

● 8 to 10 new donor partnerships secured.

● Ensure 100% of current donor retention and satisfaction rates.

● Timely submission of proposals and reports is an absolute non-negotiable.

● Organising 4 fundraising events/round tables annually. Professional Traits – You Are

● A natural planner who builds structure and timelines that others can rely on.

● Proactive: spot gaps, propose fixes, build team capacity when needed.

● Data-savvy: use evidence to refine narratives and drive decisions.

● Calm under shifting priorities; re-prioritise without drama.

● Consistently professional with colleagues, partners and leadership.

● Hungry to learn, yet firm on boundaries, quality and accountability.

Attitude

● “Yes-and” mindset – you amplify ideas instead of shutting them down.

● Ownership over blame – you fix the problem before explaining it.

● Growth-oriented – feedback is fuel, not criticism.

Tools – Demonstrable Proficiency

● Google Workspace (Docs, Sheets, Slides, Drive).

● Project-management software (e.g., Asana, Notion, Monday, Zoho Projects).

● Comfortable self-learning and experimenting with AI tools such as ChatGPT to speed up drafting or data synthesis. What We Offer

● Flexible hours and remote-work options when needed.

● Compensatory leave for approved weekend/holiday work.

● Ongoing learning & development budget.

● A cheerful, trust-based culture—no micro-management.

● Respect for your wider career goals and personal well-being.

● Direct mentoring and exposure to strategic decisions across the programme and fundraising.

● A chance to build an outstanding portfolio of funded, high-impact projects.

Experience Checklist

● Managed end-to-end proposal cycles securing funds from FCRA and CSR boards, foundations or multilateral donors.

● Maintained and reported against multi-site programme targets using data dashboards.

● Designed or refined SOPs and documentation systems that survived real-world use.

● Thrived in dynamic, high-growth environments where priorities can shift overnight