Market Research Support (Volunteer)

Mumbai, Maharashtra
Permanent
Full-time

3 days ago
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Note that this is a volunteer position without any pay.About Proximity FoundationProximity Foundation runs structured coding education programs for young people aged 14-18 at Community Care Institutions (CCIs). Using a computer-based LMS curriculum covering HTML, CSS, JavaScript, and SQL, we pair students with volunteer mentors in cohort-based sessions designed to build real technical skills and lasting confidence.We are scaling from the first cohort to many cohorts within Mumbai and building the operational team that will carry this program forward. Every role in Proximity Foundation is a direct investment in the young people we serve.Role Type : VolunteerTime Commitment : 2-3 hrs/weekDepartment : Partnerships & GrowthReports to : Partnerships & Engagement LeadROLE FOCUSResearch and profile donor organizations, CSR funds, and institutional partners aligned with Proximity Foundation's mission. Your findings directly inform who the Partnerships Lead reaches out to and how.KEY RESPONSIBILITIES

Research and identify potential donor and CSR partner organizations
Profile target organizations — mission alignment, funding focus, grant cycles
Maintain and update a prioritized list of partnership targets
Monitor funding landscapes and CSR trends relevant to Proximity Foundation
Summarize findings into briefing notes for the Partnerships Lead
Support preparation of partnership proposals and outreach materials

WHAT A TYPICAL WEEK LOOKS LIKEYou'll spend your time researching organizations, building out profiles in a shared tracker, and writing concise briefing notes. Mostly desk-based, async research work — ideal for someone detail-oriented.WHY THIS ROLE MATTERSThe quality of your research directly determines which doors the Partnerships Lead can knock on. You're building the intelligence layer of Proximity Foundation's growth strategy.HOW TO APPLYTo express interest in this role, please send a short note (no formal CV required) to: Bhoomi.k@proximity.foundationTell us a little about yourself, why this role appeals to you, and any relevant experience. We welcome applicants from all backgrounds — enthusiasm and reliability matter most.RequirementsSKILLS & EXPERIENCESecondary research | Google / LinkedIn research | Report writing | Attention to detail | CSR awarenessOnly those candidates can apply who are: * Driven by the social initiatives and want to make an impact in the lives of under-privileged students

Can start volunteering from May 2026
Have relevant skills and interests
Women wanting to start/restart their career can also apply.

BenefitsBENEFITS

Certificate
Letter of recommendation
Flexible work hours
LinkedIn Recommendation

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