The Fundraising Position is a key role in helping the Centre for Wildlife Studies (CWS) to grow the scale and impact of our programs. The position engages with CWS staff to develop grant proposals, build CSR networks, and develop new fundraising opportunities. The role is line-managed by the Executive Director at CWS. The position requires constant interactions with Research, Media-Outreach, and Accounts teams
APPLICATION PROCESS:
- A one-page cover letter describing your interest in this position.
- Latest Resume/CV with relevant professional experience.
- References (minimum of three, with contact details)
Key Responsibilities
- Assist the Executive Director and senior team in funding and funding related outreach work at CWS.
- Maintain accurate and up-to-date information on all submissions, grant-funded projects and donors in relevant databases, and filing systems in coordination with the CWS accounts team.
- Identify new funding opportunities and liaise with potential donors.
- Maintain donor databases for all fundraising activities, ensuring timely submissions and contractual obligations.
- Manage and coordinate fundraising campaigns and events with crowdfunding platforms.
Required Skills
- 0-1 year of experience in fundraising
- Experience and familiarity with CSR networks and funding opportunities in India
- Strong analytical (data/evidence gathering, analysis and interpretation, hypotheses framing and validation) and research capabilities
- Strong excel, communication, storytelling and presentations capabilities