Sr. Manager – Fundraising - Action Against Hunger

Sr. Manager – Fundraising

DESIGNATION

Sr. Manager – Fundraising

REPORTS TO

Director – Resource Mobilization

LOCATION

Mumbai – Head Office

SALARY

Competitive based on skills and prior experience

TRAVEL

20-30%

ABOUT US

At Action Against Hunger, we drive change from the ground up, aiming to cultivate a healthier world. Since inception in 1979, our work has impacted the lives of 26 million individuals through a network of 8,000 humanitarian professionals across 50 countries. In India, our operations from the grassroots upwards, are focused on taking decisive action to create a healthier nation.

In India, we are one of the few NGOs focusing specifically on maternal and child health with various nutrition-sensitive and nutrition-specific interventions. Our teams engage with communities in remote and hard-to-reach areas, identifying and addressing nutritional challenges in children. We empower mothers and families with knowledge and awareness so they can see their children grow up strong and for whole communities to prosper.

We operate in 1,272 villages in Maharashtra, Madhya Pradesh, Rajasthan, and Gujarat.

ROLES AND RESPONSIBILITIES

The successful candidate will be responsible for implementing fundraising strategiesto achieve annual targets of ₹3,00,00,000 (Three CroresIndian Rupees). Annual target may vary depending upon the seniority of the role.

Responsibilities include but does not limit to:

Implement a comprehensive fundraising strategy to achieve annual targets, including:
- Conducting market research and analysis to identify new funding opportunities
- Building and maintaining relationships with existing and potential donors, including major donors, foundations, corporations, and governments
- Collaborating with program teams to develop compelling fundraising proposals and reports
- Ensuring effective stewardship of donor relationships, including timely reporting and communication
Identify and pursue new funding opportunities, including:
- Researching and identifying potential donors and funding sources
- Developing and submitting proposals and applications
Develop and manage a portfolio of major donors, including:
- Identifying and cultivating new major donors
- Building and maintaining relationships with existing major donors
Collaborate with program teams to develop and implement program-specific fundraising strategies, including:
- Developing and submitting program-specific proposals and applications
- Building relationships with key stakeholders, including program officers, foundation staff, and corporate giving managers
- Ensuring effective stewardship of program-specific donor relationships
Analyse and report on fundraising performance, including:
- Tracking and analysing fundraising metrics, including revenue, donor retention, and return on investment
- Developing and submitting regular fundraising reports to senior management and the board of directors
Develop and manage the fundraising budget, including:
- Developing and submitting an annual fundraising budget
- Managing and tracking fundraising expenses, including staff time, travel, and marketing materials

QUALIFICATION AND EXPERIENCE

Bachelor's degree in a relevant field, with a minimum of 6-10 years of experience in fundraising, with a focus on international development and health
Experience working with international NGOs, foundations, corporations, and governments
Knowledge of fundraising principles, practices, and regulations

COMPETENCIES

Strong writing and editing skills: Proven ability to write engaging, well-structured proposals and reports.

Health and Nutrition Knowledge: Strong understanding of health and nutrition issues, trends, and best practices

Donor Management: Ability to manage relationships with current and new donors

Proposal Writing: Excellent proposal writing and grant application skills

Communication: Strong verbal and written communication skills

Project Management: Ability to multitask and perform under stressful situations

Please send your updated CV to jobs@actionagainsthunger.in with the subject line
‘Application for the post of ‘Sr. Manager– Fundraising, Mumbai’.

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