Fundraising and Communications Officer

7 hours ago

Bengaluru, Karnataka, India VAANI Deaf Children's Foundation Full time ₹ 5,00,000 - ₹ 12,00,000 per year

Company Description

VAANI empowers children with hearing impairment and their families through early intervention, inclusive education, skills development, and advocacy. We work across India using a rights-based approach and collaborative models to ensure no child with hearing impairment is left behind.

Role Description

The Fundraising and Communications Officer will be responsible for building and managing CSR partnerships, identifying new funding opportunities, writing grant proposals, and enhancing the visibility of VAANI's impact through strategic communications. The role involves close collaboration with internal teams, donors, and partners to amplify our work and secure sustained support for our programs.

Key Responsibilities:

1. CSR Fundraising & Partnership Development

  • Identify, research, and reach out to potential CSR donors aligned with VAANI's mission.
  • Build and manage long-term relationships with corporate partners and foundations.
  • Develop compelling grant proposals, pitch decks, presentations, and concept notes.
  • Track donor trends, CSR mandates, and submission cycles to maximize funding.
  • Liaise with corporate CSR teams for site visits, MOUs, and timely reporting.

2. Donor Management & Reporting Maintain accurate donor database and documentation.

  • Maintain accurate donor database and documentation.
  • Ensure compliance with donor requirements, including fund utilization reports, impact reports, and financial updates.
  • Coordinate internal program teams for timely collection of data and success stories for reporting

3. Communications & Brand Building

  • Create and implement a communication plan that strengthens VAANI's brand.
  • Develop engaging content for newsletters, website, annual reports, brochures, and social media.
  • Liaise with media, PR agencies, and creative partners to ensure high visibility of VAANI's work.
  • Create communication material to support fundraising – videos, case studies, testimonials, infographics.

4. Events and Campaigns

  • Plan and execute awareness and fundraising events in collaboration with partners.
  • Run digital campaigns (e.g., Giving Tuesday, International Day of Persons with Disabilities).
  • Support volunteer engagement initiatives with corporate partners.

Qualifications

  • Bachelor's or Master's degree in Social Work, Communications, Marketing, Development Studies, or related fields.
  • Minimum 3 years' experience in CSR fundraising, donor communications, or corporate partnerships.
  • Proven experience in writing proposals and donor reports.
  • Excellent verbal and written communication skills in English.
  • Strong interpersonal and networking abilities.
  • Ability to manage multiple projects and meet tight deadlines.
  • Familiarity with FCRA, CSR guidelines, and donor compliance is a plus.
  • Able to work with digital tools (Canva, Mailchimp, WordPress, etc.).
  • Comfortable with creating and executing social media strategy.

What We Offer:

A chance to work at the intersection of disability inclusion, education, and health.

An opportunity to grow professionally in a mission-driven, collaborative team.

Flexible working environment and field engagement opportunities.

Competitive salary commensurate with experience.

To Apply:

Please send your CV and a cover letter detailing your experience and why you want to work with VAANI to with the subject line: Application – Fundraising & Communications Officer.

Location:

Bangalore (preffered) or Remote

Job Type:

Full-time, Permanent

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