Category: NGO/Social Services Location: Bengaluru Karnataka India Donor Relationship Management:● Cultivate and maintain relationships with existing and potential funders ensuring regularcommunication and stewardship.● Identify and engage potential new funders through research, outreach, and networking efforts.● Tailor strategies and account plans based on donor interests and motivations to enhanceengagement and giving levels.Team Management● Lead a team of fundraising and grant management members who manage existing relationships,donor reporting and volunteering● Oversee team effectiveness and efficiency● Build capacities of the team to deliver quality reports and insights● Build a culture within the team that fosters learning, a holistic view of the organisation, sector andphilanthropyDonor Communications:● Design communication strategies to position Quest as a thought leader with existing and potentialdonors● Design creative ways of engaging with donors strategically - in forums/ 1-1 meetings/ smallerconveningsGrant Writing and Proposal Development:● Lead the development and submission of critical grant proposals, ensuring alignment with funderpriorities and internal strategyCollaboration and Leadership:● Work closely with the Executive team, and other staff members to align fundraising efforts withthe overall organizational and program strategy.● Provide leadership, direction, and mentorship to the fundraising team, fostering a collaborativeand high-performing environment.● Pitch Quest’s work to potential donors and be able to have strategic conversations in line withQuest priority areas● Represent Quest in forums, events, networking conferences and be a spokesperson for Quest’sworkRequirementsAre passionate and have an understanding about the challenges India is facing in education andemployability domain● Ability to have strategic and big picture conversations with funders● Diligent in their work and able to work with multiple teams to get things done.● Can work independently is a go-getter and enjoys interacting with Indian and overseasphilanthropy and is a great communicator● Can deal with ambiguity and proactively explore solutionsSkill Sets:● Experience in fundraising/ networking/ writing proposals● Experience in managing a fundraising team● Strong communication skills in English, both written and verbal.● Initiative and self driven● Experience in fundraising with foundations, family offices and HNI’s would be a plusBenefitsThe pay band for the position starts at Rs. 130000/- per month (cost to company) (The salary offered will be commensurate with the experience and expertise of the candidate)About the Team and CultureEveryday is a Friday! - How we make our workplace funQuest Day - Our Bday celebrated with people we love, and there is food & musicWhat our partners & collaborators say? - see hereAnnual All Staff Meet - From Goa, Kumarakom, Coorg, Bodh Gaya & Puducherry this iswhere all employees meet to celebrate their learning & relationships.Watch our youtube playlists for more.Details Apply Now
