Wadhwani AI - Senior Manager - Corporate Social Responsibility Fundraising

Senior Manager CSR Fundraising, Wadhwani AI, New Delhi.

Organisation Background:

Wadhwani AI (WAI) is an independent, nonprofit institute, building and deploying applied AI solutions to solve critical issues in public health, agriculture, education, and urban development in underserved communities in the global south.

WAI collaborates with governments, social sector organizations, academic and research institutions, and domain experts to identify real-world problems and develop practical AI solutions to tackle these issues to make a substantial positive impact.

WAI has a large portfolio of over 30+ AI projects, supported by leading philanthropies such as the Gates Foundation, USAID and Google.org.

With a team of over 200 professionals, WAI's expertise encompasses AI/ ML research and innovation, software engineering, domain knowledge, and design and user research. For more information about WAI, please visit: https://www.wadhwaniai.org/.

Job Description/ Responsibilities:

- Reporting to the Head of Partnerships, the Senior Manager CSR Fundraising (SMCSRF) will play a key role in expanding WAIs Corporate Social Responsibility (CSR) partnerships and driving long-term, sustainable fundraising growth.

- The ideal candidate should have a proven track record of securing significant funding from corporate sources and a strong understanding of CSR regulations and practices in India, including Section 135 of the Companies Act.

Key Job Responsibilities:

- Developing and implementing a comprehensive CSR fundraising strategy aligned with organizational goals and objectives

- Identifying, cultivating, and managing relationships with potential and existing corporate partners in India

- Creating compelling proposals, presentations, and reports to secure funding through CSR initiatives

- Leading negotiations and finalizing agreements with corporate partners, ensuring mutually beneficial outcomes

- Staying abreast of CSR trends, regulations, and best practices in India, and leveraging this knowledge to enhance fundraising efforts

- Collaborating with internal teams (programs, finance, and communications) to design and implement impactful CSR projects and initiatives

- Overseeing the management of CSR partnerships, ensuring timely reporting, compliance, and effective communication

- Monitoring and analyzing fundraising performance, tracking key metrics, and providing regular updates to senior management

- Representing the organization at industry events, conferences, and networking opportunities to expand CSR outreach

- Mentoring and guiding junior fundraising team members, fostering a collaborative and high performing work environment.

Qualifications, Experience And Competencies:

Qualification and Experience:

- Applicants must have a bachelor's degree in business administration, marketing, non-profit management, or a related field.

- A master's degree is preferred

- Minimum of eight to 10 years of experience in CSR fundraising, corporate partnerships, or business development in the non-profit sector in India

- Proven track record of successfully securing significant funding from corporate sources.

Skills and Competencies:

- Strong understanding of CSR regulations and practices in India, including Section 135 of the Companies Act

- Excellent communication, presentation, and negotiation skills, with the ability to build and maintain strong relationships with corporate partners

- Demonstrated experience in developing and managing budgets, tracking metrics, and reporting on fundraising performance

- Ability to work independently and as part of a team in a fast-paced and dynamic environment

- Proficiency in CRM software and other fundraising tools

- Fluency in English and Hindi is required; knowledge of other regional languages is an asset.

Compensation Offered:

- Gross compensation budgeted for the position is attractive and in alignment with salaries paid by leading I/NGOs for similar roles.

- This is a full-time role.

- Offers shall be commensurate with qualifications, experience, and salary history.

LOCATION: New Delhi.

REFERENCE: SM-CSRF-WAI.