Fundraising Lead, Remote

Role: Fundraising Lead, Remote
Experience: 8-12 Years
Salary: Up to 30-35 LPA
Location: Preferably Mumbai, with a willingness to travel.
Note: Demonstrated success in raising INR 25–30 crore within the last year from CSR or institutional funders.

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About the role:

This is an exciting opportunity to lead and grow corporate social responsibility (CSR) fundraising and strategic partnerships for a mission-driven organization focused on maximizing the impact of cash-based policies in India. We seek a dynamic leader to work closely with the founders to expand our fundraising vertical, combining lead generation, concept development, and stakeholder engagement to deliver innovative funding solutions.

Key Responsibilities: 

• Fundraising & Pipeline Development: Identify and approach corporate CSR programs, foundations, and HNI networks. Maintain a robust pipeline of at least 30 CSR prospects and map trends across India's top 200 corporates.

• Proposal Development & Strategic Pitching: Craft data-driven CSR proposals and grant applications tailored to funder priorities. Lead investor pitches, site visits, and develop impact-focused storytelling assets.

• Partnership Management: Build long-term relationships with CSR heads, CXOs, and sustainability officers. Oversee the entire partnership lifecycle, from initial outreach to reporting and renewal.

• Compliance: Ensure all proposals and partnerships align with Companies Act Schedule VII compliance (CSR rules and CSR-1 registration).

• Experience: 8–12 years of progressive fundraising experience in India, with at least 5+ years dedicated specifically to CSR fundraising.

• Proven Track Record: Demonstrated success in raising INR 25–30 crore within the last year from CSR or institutional funders.

• Portfolio Management: Direct experience managing 10+ CSR partnerships simultaneously with high retention rates.

• Regulatory Knowledge: Deep understanding of Indias Companies Act 2013, CSR regulations (2% mandatory spending), and NITI Aayog compliance.

• Education: Bachelors degree in Business, Development Studies, Nonprofit Management, Marketing, or a related field.

• Soft Skills: Excellent storytelling and pitching skills , a data-driven mindset for optimizing fundraising metrics , and an entrepreneurial spirit comfortable with building infrastructure from scratch.

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Hiring Note: Applications will be reviewed on a rolling basis. This job is first posted on Feb 13, 2026, on Ground Zero

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