Head - Philanthropy - NGO/Social Service

Organization: INTERNATIONAL NON-PROFIT ORGANISATION

Job Title: HEAD OF PHILANTHROPY

Reports to: MANAGING DIRECTOR

Location: MUMBAI/GURGAON/BANGALORE

About the Role:

As the Head of Philanthropy, you will act as the strategic architect of organisations fundraising initiatives. This is a high-impact leadership role where you will develop the fundraising strategy, manage donors and pipelines, and design, pilot, and execute comprehensive fundraising campaigns to secure long-term sustainability and growth for the organisation.

You will own the entire philanthropy portfolio, manage high-value relationships, expand its donor ecosystem, and serve as the primary face of the organizations resource mobilization efforts.

Key Responsibilities:

Strategic Fundraising & Campaign Leadership:

- Pipeline Strategy: Design and execute a robust strategy to build, cultivate, and maintain a high-value pipeline of institutional, corporate (CSR), foundation, and High-Net-Worth Individual (HNI) donors.

- Campaign Management: Direct and oversee end-to-end fundraising campaigns, membership drives, and targeted resource mobilization initiatives.

- Pitch & Proposal Architecture: Personally lead high-stakes pitches, creating compelling narratives, customized proposals, and strategic presentations for potential institutional and philanthropic partners.

Grant Management & Ecosystem Expansion:

- Network Extension: Actively leverage and expand the organisations fundraising network, identifying untapped sectors and strategic avenues for philanthropic capital.

- Grant Stewardship: Oversee the end-to-end grant management lifecycle, ensuring meticulous reporting, compliance, and deep engagement with grant providers to secure multi-year renewals.

Brand Advocacy & Positioning:

- Promotional Strategy: Collaborate with internal teams to produce high-caliber promotional, pitch, and visibility materials that effectively communicate the organisations impact.

- Public Representation: Represent the organisation at key external forums, philanthropy networks, and high-profile events to elevate the organization's narrative and attract capital partners.

Who You Are:

- Industry Expertise: A profound understanding of the Indian philanthropy landscape, evolving CSR mandates, global funding trends, and major institutional donor behaviors.

- Proven Network: A strong, established network of relationships with corporate CSR heads, family offices, HNWIs, and large grant-making foundations in India.

- Communication Excellence: Exceptional written, verbal, and presentation skills, with a proven ability to influence executive-level stakeholders and build rapid trust.

- Leadership Mindset: Strong analytical, strategic planning, and financial management skills. The ability to work seamlessly across teams, handle high-pressure goals, and navigate complex organizational priorities autonomously.

- Educational Background: An advanced degree (MBA, Master's in Social Work, Public Policy, Communications, or a related discipline) is preferred, but not mandatory.

Position Details:

- Nature of Employment: Full-time, part of India Leadership Team

- Compensation: Competitive base salary commensurate with experience, plus performance-linked variables.

- Location: Mumbai/Gurgaon/Bangalore (Remote working flexibility within the base location with travel across cities as per requirement)