Consultant - Philanthropic Partnerships (Grants & Growth)

Bhumi

  • Chennai, Tamil Nadu
  • Rs. 50,000-75,000 per month
  • Permanent
  • Full-time
  • 6 days ago
This is a remote position. About the Role:
Bhumi is at a pivotal stage of growth. We are looking for a seasoned Consultant for Philanthropic Partnerships to raise funds from institutional and family foundations.
Your primary goal is to build a bridge between Bhumi and foundations. This isn't just about making introductions; it’s about refining our strategy, professionalising our systems, and securing the kind of long-term, unrestricted funding that allows an organization to scale its impact truly.Roles and Responsibilities:
  • Strategic prospecting: Deliver a comprehensive Strategic Prospect Map for FY26 and successfully secure introductory calls with high-potential partners.
  • Drive new partnerships: Connect with foundations and family offices, focusing on securing multi-year commitments or corpus funding.
  • Standardise high-quality outreach: Develop clear, high-conversion templates and communication materials that reflect Bhumi’s impact and resonate with sophisticated funders.
  • Lead high-impact grant development: Spearhead the writing and submission of major, strategically aligned proposals that meet high internal quality standards
  • Build a long-term roadmap: Design a clear "prospect-to-partner" journey that ensures a smooth transition from the first conversation to a signed, long-term agreement.
Other Responsibilities:
  • Streamline the growth system: Review and improve existing internal processes—from how we use our CRM to how we manage our pipeline—to ensure no lead or relationship falls through the cracks.
  • Strategic mentorship: Work closely with our internal team to sharpen their fundraising skills, helping them understand donor psychology and how to navigate complex negotiations.
Educational Qualification/Experience:
  • Educational Degree : Anything
  • Relevant Experience(in years) : 5-8 years
Knowledge & Skill sets required:
  • At least 5-8 years of experience in high-level fundraising, with a history of securing multi-year grants from major foundations, particularly for Education
  • The ability to translate complex social impact data into a compelling, professional investment case for sophisticated donors.
  • Basic understanding of CRM management and pipeline tracking; you believe that data-driven fundraising is the most effective fundraising.
  • Experience in coaching or leading teams, with the patience and clarity to transfer your skills to our internal staff.
Others:
  • Scope : Full Time Consultant
  • Age Criteria : 35-40
  • Reporting to : Executive Director
  • Salary Range: 50,000 to 75,000 per month based on the candidate's profile including performance-based incentives
  • Expected Start Date: Immediate
  • Location: Anywhere

Bhumi