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Job Profile:
Program Funding Manager
Location:
Delhi, Maharashtra (Mumbai)
Experience:
Minimum 10 Years in CSR Partnerships / Fundraising / Development Sector
Qualification:
Graduate (Master’s in Management, Social Work, or Development Studies preferred)
Deadline:
31 Dec 2025
Job Description
The Program Funding Manager is a strategic leadership role responsible for driving the financial sustainability of NCSDE’s educational and social programs. The incumbent will identify, engage, and secure collaborations with corporate CSR teams, international NGOs, government funding bodies, and philanthropic organizations. The role involves designing funding proposals, negotiating partnerships, and managing donor relationships to ensure alignment with NCSDE’s mission of nationwide educational empowerment and social inclusion.
Key Responsibilities
• Identify, approach, and onboard CSR, NGO, and government funding partners aligned with NCSDE’s thematic priorities. */
• Develop detailed project proposals, concept notes, and MoUs tailored to funding agency interests. */
• Manage end-to-end donor relations — from proposal submission to fund utilization and reporting. */
• Lead the creation of visibility and branding strategies for corporate partners across digital and offline media. */
• Collaborate with program and finance teams to ensure accurate budgeting and compliance with donor guidelines. */
• Maintain an updated database of funding prospects, renewal cycles, and performance metrics. */
• Represent NCSDE in donor meetings, CSR forums, and public relations events. */
• Coordinate with audit and legal teams to ensure financial transparency and adherence to statutory requirements. */
• Facilitate staff training on proposal writing, reporting, and partnership management. */
• Track funding pipelines, quarterly projections, and strategic partnership goals. */
Desired Skills & Competencies
• Strong background in CSR partnership management, grant writing, and proposal development. */
• Deep understanding of donor cycles, corporate funding trends, and CSR compliance frameworks. */
• Excellent negotiation and presentation skills with ability to engage senior decision-makers. */
• Proficiency in drafting high-quality project documents and financial proposals. */
• Advanced communication and stakeholder management skills. */
• Strong analytical ability for project costing, ROI projections, and performance analysis. */
• Sound understanding of sustainability, ESG, and social impact metrics. */
• Proficiency in CRM systems, MS Office Suite, and report automation tools. */
Compensation & Benefits
Basic Salary: ₹60,000.00
CTC (Max): ₹1,400,000.00
Incentive: High-performance incentive linked to funding milestones, donor renewals, and long-term partnership conversions.
Minimum Output: Generate minimum ₹25 lakhs of confirmed funding or sponsorship value per quarter through CSR, institutional, and international donor partnerships. Develop minimum 5 new long-term donor accounts per annum.
Additional Benefits
• Attractive compensation with variable performance-linked bonus for high-value fundraising. */
• Opportunity to network with top CSR and development sector leaders across India. */
• Reimbursement for travel, client meetings, and networking events. */
• Training and certification sponsorships in fundraising and social impact management. */
• Pathway to Director of Partnerships / Head of Fundraising roles. */
• Exposure to international donor engagement and cross-border project funding experience. */
