Associate Director - Strategic Partnerships - NGO (15-20 yrs)

- This leadership role will involve designing long-term fundraising strategies, nurturing high-value donor relationships, and creating scalable, sustainable revenue models.

- The ideal candidate will bring over 15 years of experience in business development, fundraising, and partnership management, with a proven track record of securing funds from corporates, foundations, trusts, and government bodies.

- The role demands strategic foresight, excellent communication skills, and the ability to co-create high-impact programs aligned with organizational goals. Responsibilities include driving stakeholder engagement, writing high-level proposals, mentoring teams, and expanding donor networks.

Strategic Planning & Fundraising:

- Lead annual fundraising strategy and design sustainable revenue models

- Track progress, manage donor pipeline, and ensure fundraising targets are met

- Create compelling pitch decks, proposals, and donor engagement materials

Partnership Building & Client Engagement:

- Cultivate strategic partnerships with corporates, foundations, and government agencies

- Work closely with internal leadership and external stakeholders to co-create scalable programs

- Build and maintain robust donor relationships to ensure long-term support

Campaigns & Visibility:

- Represent the organization at donor forums, annual giving campaigns, and key industry events

- Collaborate with communications teams to develop outreach toolkits and impact stories

Team Leadership:

- Provide strategic direction and mentorship to the partnerships team