Fundraising & Communications Officer

**About Rubaroo-** Rubaroo is an NGO based out of Mumbai that aims to address the issue

of child sexual abuse through awareness and prevention programmes. We envision a

world free of child sexual abuse for safer and happier children

**Purpose of this Position**:_ _**This is a very dynamic role for an energetic, self-motivated individual
who is not afraid to take on big challenges. The Consultant will be focusing on the fundraising

efforts of Rubaroo as well as providing support to the development & execution of the fundraising

strategy.

Location Mumbai

Time Commitment Full Time

Reporting to Directors

**Key Responsibilities**
- 1
- **Growing and delivering Business Development Strategy and Planning ** Support with defining long-term organisational strategic goals
- Create pipeline strategy
- Attend industry functions, such as association events and conferences, and
- provide feedback and information on market and creative trends.
- Identify trendsetter ideas by researching industry and related events,

publications, and announcements; track individual contributors and their
accomplishments.
- Present to and consult with mid and senior level management on new trends

with a view to developing new approaches, campaigns and distribution channels.
- Identify opportunities for campaigns, services, and distribution channels that will

lead to an increase in visibility and incoming revenue.
- Using knowledge of the market and competitors, identify and develop the

organization’s unique selling propositions and differentiators.
- Maintain extensive knowledge of current market conditions.

2. **Business Development**:

- Individual Donors (High Net-worth Individuals/Retail Donors):

- Develop the pipeline of new donors coming into the organization through

cold calls, meetings, etc.
- Research, identify and cultivate relationships with prospective individual

donors and present Rubaroo and its work to secure high level donations.
- Convert them into confirmed donors and strengthen relations with

existing donors.
- CSR and Grants:

- Identify opportunities and potential tie ups that will bring in revenue,

support and funds for Rubaroo.
- Plan persuasive approaches, campaigns and pitches that will convince

potential donors.
- Work with the team to develop proposals that speak to the donor’s

needs, concerns and objectives.
- Negotiate and close deals.
- Develop and implement strategies for strengthening relationships with

existing Business supporters.
- Events and Partner Fundraising
- Identify collateral needs (eg publications, video, online communications,

mailing materials) to support Rubaroo fundraising activities.
- Undertake Direct Marketing campaigns, including mail and online

appeals.
- Set up, coordinate and organize fundraising events for Rubaroo and

Rubaroo Partners.

3. **Donor Data Management**
- Ensure that data is accurately entered and managed within the organisation’s

data management systems.
- Forecast targets and ensure they are met by the team
- Track and record activity
- Monitor, evaluate and report on the effectiveness of individual fundraising

initiatives and campaigns
- Present business development training and mentoring to business developers

and other internal staff
- Develop and maintain donor relations management systems to support fund

raising activities of Rubaroo and our partner NGOs.

Database segmentation and management

4. **Setting up systems for donor management and implementing them**
- Build key Donor relationships and provide support as required.
- Maintaining and leveraging your network.
- Grow and develop Donor retention strategy.
- Work with the Communications Team to develop a strategic approach to the

supporter experience through.
- Donor communications and engagement.

5. **Others**
- Conduct research and assist with setting up of meetings at networking events.
- Provide support with revenue generating projects
- Manage Reporting Calendar & ensure timely reporting being sent out to Donors***
- **Qualifications and Experience**:
Graduate/Post graduate in Mass Communication, Fundraising or any related field
- 2-4 years of relevant work experience across areas such as Fund-raising, Public Relations,

Marketing & Communications etc. A background in sales could also be considered
- Experience in the field of Education and the Social Sector preferred
- **Knowledge and Skills**:
Strong interpersonal skills
- Strong relationship building skills
- Strong written and verbal communication skills
- Proficient use of MS Office (Excel, Powerpoint, Word) and Google Suite (Docs, Slides,
- Sheets)
- Strong data management skills
- Strong stakeholder management skills

**Competencies**
- Takes initiative
- Is an organized thinker
- Is curious and a learner
- Uses limited resources to deliver unlimited results
- Attention to detail
- Goal driven

**Remuneration: 35,000/