Senior Manager CSR Fundraising

SUMMARY

Wadhwani AI is seeking an experienced and dynamic Senior Manager for CSR Fundraising to join our team in India. This individual will play a crucial role in expanding our corporate social responsibility (CSR) partnerships and driving sustainable fundraising growth.

Location - Delhi

ABOUT US -  

Wadhwani AI is a 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. We collaborate 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 with the aim of making a substantial positive impact.

We have over 30+ AI projects supported by leading philanthropies such as Bill & Melinda Gates Foundation, USAID and With a team of over 200 professionals, our expertise encompasses AI/ML research and innovation, software engineering, domain knowledge, design and user research.

In the Press:

• Our Founder Donors are among the Top 100 AI Influencers

• G20 India's Presidency: AI Healthcare, Agriculture, & Education Solutions Showcased Globally. 

• Unlocking the potentials of AI in Public Health 

• Wadhwani AI Takes an Impact-First Approach to Applying Artificial Intelligence -

• Winner of the H&M Foundation Global Change Award 2022

• Sole Indian Winners of the 2019 Google AI Impact Challenge, and the first in the Asia Pacific to host Google Fellows

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ROLES AND RESPONSIBILITIES

●  Develop and implement a comprehensive CSR fundraising strategy aligned with organizational goals and objectives.

●  Identify, cultivate, and manage relationships with potential and existing corporate partners in India.

●  Create compelling proposals, presentations, and reports to secure funding and support from CSR initiatives.

●  Lead negotiations and finalize agreements with corporate partners, ensuring mutually beneficial outcomes.

●  Stay abreast of CSR trends, regulations, and best practices in India, and leverage this knowledge to enhance fundraising efforts.

●  Collaborate with internal teams (program, finance, and communications) to develop impactful CSR projects and initiatives.

●  Oversee the management of CSR partnerships, ensuring timely reporting, compliance, and effective communication.

●  Monitor and analyze fundraising performance, track key metrics, and provide regular reports to senior management.

●  Represent the organization at industry events, conferences, and networking opportunities to expand CSR outreach.

●  Mentor and guide junior fundraising team members, fostering a collaborative and high-performing environment.

REQUIREMENTS

●  Bachelor's degree in business administration, marketing, non-profit management, or a related field; Master's degree preferred.

●  Minimum of 8-10 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.

●  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.

We are committed to promoting diversity and the principle of equal employment opportunity for all our employees and encourage qualified candidates to apply irrespective of religion or belief, ethnic or social background, gender, gender identity, and disability. If you have any questions, please email us