Senior Manager - Fundraising

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. 

• 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.
  

Requirements

• Master’s degree in Business Administration, Social Work, Marketing,
  Communications, or a related field.
  
• Minimum 8-10 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.
  
• Prior experience in vocational education/skilling programs or government
  collaborations will be preferred.
  
  

Skills & Competencies:

• Strategic Fundraising & Business Development
  
• Grant Writing & Proposal Development
  
• Relationship Management & Networking
  
• Data-Driven Decision Making
  
• Leadership & Team Management
  
  

Key Attributes:

• Mission-Driven
  
• Entrepreneurial Mindset
  
• High Integrity
  
• Resilience & Adaptability
  
• Exceptional Communication