About the Role :
We are seeking an accomplished and strategic leader to spearhead our CSR Partnerships and Philanthropic Fundraising function. This is a high-impact leadership role responsible for driving revenue growth through corporate CSR collaborations, institutional funding, philanthropic partnerships, and strategic alliances.
The ideal candidate will possess a proven track record of securing large-scale CSR and philanthropic funding, cultivating long-term stakeholder relationships, and leading high-performing teams. This role demands exceptional business development capabilities, strategic thinking, and the ability to translate social impact into sustainable partnerships.
Key Responsibilities:
Strategic Leadership
•Develop and execute a long-term strategy to expand the organizations CSR, institutional funding, and philanthropic portfolio.
•Identify emerging funding opportunities and position the organization as a preferred implementation partner for corporates, foundations, trusts, and development agencies.
•Establish annual fundraising objectives, revenue forecasts, and growth plans aligned with organizational priorities.
•Drive innovation in fundraising approaches and partnership models.
Corporate Partnerships & Business Development
•Build and strengthen strategic relationships with corporate CSR leaders, foundations, family offices, HNIs, multilateral agencies, international donors, and philanthropic institutions.
•Lead end-to-end business development activities, from opportunity identification to partnership closure.
•Represent the organization in high-level meetings, industry forums, conferences, and networking events.
•Negotiate partnership agreements and ensure long-term stakeholder engagement.
Fundraising & Resource Mobilization
•Lead fundraising initiatives across CSR funding, grants, institutional donors, and philanthropic contributions.
•Develop compelling proposals, concept notes, grant applications, and partnership presentations.
•Maintain a robust fundraising pipeline and ensure timely conversion of opportunities into funded projects.
•Monitor fundraising performance against revenue targets and strategic KPIs.
Team Leadership & Performance Management
•Lead, mentor, and inspire a team of approximately 10 fundraising and partnership professionals.
•Establish clear performance metrics and ensure achievement of individual and team objectives.
•Foster a collaborative, high-performance culture focused on accountability, innovation, and continuous learning.
•Support capability building through coaching, training, and regular performance reviews.
Stakeholder & Relationship Management
•Cultivate long-term relationships with funding partners and strategic stakeholders.
•Ensure timely donor reporting, impact communication, and compliance with funding commitments.
•Collaborate closely with program, finance, communications, and leadership teams to deliver high-quality partnership outcomes.
•Act as a trusted advisor to senior leadership on fundraising trends, donor expectations, and partnership opportunities.
Requirements
•Bachelors degree in Business Administration, Marketing, Development Studies, Social Work, Public Policy, or a related discipline.
•A Masters degree (MBA, MSW, Development Management, or equivalent) is highly preferred.
Experience
•Minimum 10 years of progressive experience in CSR partnerships, institutional fundraising, philanthropy, donor relations, or strategic business development.
•Demonstrated success in securing high-value CSR funding and philanthropic partnerships.
•Experience engaging with senior corporate leaders, foundations, trusts, and development agencies.
•Proven leadership experience managing and developing teams of approximately 10 members.
•Established professional network within the CSR, sustainability, social impact, or development ecosystem will be a strong advantage.
Core Competencies
•Strategic Partnership Development
•CSR & Corporate Engagement
•Institutional & Philanthropic Fundraising
•Business Development & Revenue Generation
•Proposal & Grant Development
•Stakeholder Relationship Management
•Negotiation & Influencing Skills
•Leadership & Team Development
•Financial Planning & Pipeline Management
•Excellent Communication & Exe
Benefits
Why Join Us?
This role offers the opportunity to shape high-impact partnerships that drive meaningful social and environmental change. As a key member of the leadership team, you will play a pivotal role in expanding the organizations reach, strengthening its funding ecosystem, and delivering measurable impact at scale.
