Associate - Fundraising, Remote

Role: Associate - Fundraising, Remote Experience: 2+ years Salary: Upto 8.4 LPA __________________________________________________ About the role: The Fundraising Associate will support resource mobilization efforts by managing grant writing, donor engagement, and fundraising operations to scale evidence-based cash transfer programs across India. Key Responsibilities: Proposal Development & Grant Writing: Draft compelling letters of interest (LOIs), grant applications, donor proposals, and award submissions tailored to different funders/organizations. Collaborate closely with cross-functional teams to co-develop narratives, impact KPIs and budgets for proposals. Adapt messaging and proposal language for diverse audiences, including philanthropic institutions, CSR partners, and individual donors Donor Management: Support the founders in managing relationships with existing donors, including high-net-worth individuals (HNIs), foundations, corporate CSR teams, and impact investors. Ensure timely submission of donor reports, grant renewal proposals, updates, and communication materials as per reporting calendars. Liaise with internal teams (Programs and Finance) to gather relevant information for donor engagements and due diligence requirements. Maintain and regularly update the donor database, ensuring accurate documentation of all donor interactions, communications, and funding cycles. Research & Operational Support: Build and grow a strong fundraising pipeline by identifying and engaging relevant funders. Track donor trends, CSR policies, and philanthropic insights to inform fundraising strategy. Curate a monthly donor newsletter with key updates and impact stories. Plan and host quarterly donor engagement events in Mumbai, Delhi, or Bangalore. Lead an annual retail fundraising campaign using storytelling and digital channels. Identify suitable crowdfunding platforms and tools. Support onboarding of sector leaders to an Advisory Board to strengthen fundraising outcomes. Qualifications & Requirements: Masters degree with at least 1 year of full-time fundraising experience. Candidates with a bachelors degree and a minimum of 2 years of full-time fundraising experience will also be considered. Excellent written and verbal communication skills in English, with a flair for persuasive and clear writing. Ability to make high quality presentations and decks as required for sales /pitch meetings. Proficiency in Microsoft excel to create budgets, and undertake financial management. Demonstrated ability to manage deadlines, coordinate inputs from multiple stakeholders, and work across functions. Strong organizational skills, attention to detail, and comfort with managing multiple priorities. Knowledge of the funding ecosystem—especially in sectors such as poverty alleviation, social protection, or basic income. - Hiring Note : Applications will be reviewed on rolling basis. This job is first posted on Feb 6, 2026 on Ground Zero For any questions, ping us on WhatsApp chat: +91-8058331557