Description

Position:

Manager – Corporate Partnership and Fund Raising
Location: Delhi, ASPIRE HQ
Reports to: Senior Advisor, Advocacy and Partnership

ASPIRE – A Society for Promotion of Inclusive and Relevant Education, seeks a
Corporate Partnership and Fund Raising Manager for its Delhi office. Founded in , ASPIRE is a registered NGO working to ensure quality education for all children within the Right to Education framework. We work to strengthen the public-school education system through improved school governance, introduction of new pedagogical practices and empowering teachers and local communities. Currently we are able to positively impact children, local communities and schools in Orissa, Jharkhand, West Bengal and Delhi.

Job Description
Aspire is seeking a seasoned fundraiser to raise funds for the organisation. In this role, you will use your expert communication skills and keen sense of initiative to spot fundraising opportunities, develop relationships with potential donors, and manage fundraising campaigns. By coordinating events, writing proposals, you will hone your speaking, writing, and leadership abilities while moving Aspire closer to its financial goals.
The ideal candidate will be outgoing, motivated, professional, and passionate about the role. We are looking for someone who believes in our mission and will demonstrate exceptional drive to further our existing fundraising efforts and help strategise and deliver

Job Responsibilities:

Promote awareness of the organisation’s mission and work

Cultivate a network of dedicated donors

Spot new fundraising opportunities

Plan fundraising initiatives to help the organisation meet financial goals

Form strong relationships with external stakeholders

Objectives of this Role

Promote awareness of the organisation’s mission and work

Cultivate a network of dedicated donors

Spot new fundraising opportunities

Plan fundraising initiatives to help the organisation meet financial goals

Form strong relationships with external stakeholders

Responsibilities

Reach out to institutions, corporates, individuals, and foundations for fund raising

Effectively convey the organisation’s mission, vision, and programs to potential donors

Craft grant applications and fundraising proposals

Strategise and successfully execute fundraising campaigns

Organise fundraising events

Manage, support, and develop fundraising activities

Inspire new supporters to raise money, while maintaining and developing relationships with existing supporters

Skills and Qualifications

A minimum of three years’ fundraising, sales, or marketing experience

Exceptional communication and relationship-building skills

Ability to lead and influence funders

Strong attention to detail

A passion to work for a cause, meet new people and raise funds

Bachelor’s degree in communications, business, public relations, or a related field

Competence in Microsoft Office suite and donor management systems

Experience writing grant proposals, press releases, and/or fundraising letters

Confidence with public speaking

Remuneration: Depends on prior experiences and last drawn salary.