Muktangan - Director - Resources/Fund Raising (7-15 yrs)

Director Resources (Fundraising)

About Muktangan:

- Muktangan is a pioneering educational initiative that empowers communities to create transformative educational outcomes.

- Through a unique Hub and Spokes model integrating teacher and school education, Muktangan has, over two decades, provided high-quality, inclusive English-medium education to over 4,000 children from underserved communities in Mumbai and trained more than 1,000 community members as educators.

- Our partnerships with academic institutions like TISS and international universities, as well as government and NGO collaborations, have expanded our impact across India, touching the lives of over 95,000 children and 5,000 educators.

- To learn more, visit our website: https://muktanganedu.org/

Position Overview:

Role Description:

- We are seeking a seasoned Senior Executive for Fundraising to lead our efforts in securing funds from corporate social responsibility (CSR) programs, grants, institutional donors, foundations, and high-net-worth individuals (HNIs).

- This critical role involves building a dynamic team, cultivating strategic partnerships, developing impactful proposals and expanding funding opportunities to strengthen and scale our education programs nationwide.

- Additionally, the role encompasses identifying and networking with potential donors to maximize resource mobilization.

Reports to: CEO/CFO and Head of Resources

Key Responsibilities:

Donor Research & Proposal Development:

- Identify and research potential sponsors, institutional donors, corporates, and High-Net-Worth Individuals (HNIs).

- Develop customized concept notes, proposals, and templates for donors.

Donor Engagement & Retention :

- Build and maintain strong relationships with existing donors through reports, email updates, and personalized communication.

- Provide timely data and insights to support team members in preparing donor-specific reports.

Team Leadership and Mentoring :

- Build and oversee an effective fundraising team focused on CSR, grants, foundations and institutional funding.

- Provide mentorship and professional development opportunities to team members.

Campaign Management:

- Plan and execute impactful fundraising events and campaigns.

- Collaborate with volunteers and team members to maximize event outcomes.

- Leverage digital platforms to design and manage campaigns aimed at expanding the digital donor -network.

- Utilize data analytics to assess campaign performance and inform future strategies.

Networking & Partnerships:

- Proactively network with potential institutional donors, corporates, and HNIs in collaboration with the program team.

Administrative Tasks:

- Maintain accurate and organized records of sponsors and donor activities.

- Support cross-functional initiatives as assigned by the Head of Resources Department and CEO.

Qualifications:

- Master's degree in Marketing, Social Work, Communications, Public Relations, Journalism, or a related field.

- Minimum of seven years of fundraising experience; prior managerial experience is an advantage.

- Preferred experience in social sector fundraising .

Required Competencies:

- Creativity and persuasive communication skills.

- Strong organizational skills and attention to detail.

- Ability to think quickly and make decisions under pressure.

- Entrepreneurial mindset with a collaborative spirit.

- Outgoing and poised personality with exemplary communication abilities.

- Strong leadership skills to inspire and lead teams.

Remuneration:

- Salary will be competitive and at par with industry standards.