Role overview

Qualifications

5-8 years of high-level fundraising experience with a track record of securing multi-year grants from major foundations (preferably for education).
Ability to translate complex social impact data into a compelling investment case for sophisticated donors.
Basic understanding of CRM management and pipeline tracking; data-driven fundraising approach.
Experience coaching or leading teams and transferring fundraising skills to internal staff.

Responsibilities

Strategic prospecting: deliver a comprehensive Strategic Prospect Map for FY26 and secure introductory calls with high-potential partners.
Drive new partnerships: connect with foundations and family offices to secure 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 writing and submission of major, strategically aligned proposals that meet high internal quality standards.

Key facts

Remote from: Anywhere
Freelance
Senior (5-10 years)
Consultant
English

Hard skills

Prospect Management Grant Writing Fundraising Data Presentation Proposal Development Advanced Negotiation Stakeholder Communications Fundraising Impact Assessment Fundraising Data Architecture Microsoft Dynamics CRM Epic Clarity

Other skills

Team Leadership
Communication
Patience
Strategic Thinking
Mentorship
Relationship Building

About the company

Bhumi

Non-profit Organizations

Bhumi is one of India’s largest independent youth volunteer non-profit organisations. Bhumi as a platform enables over 12,000 volunteers in more than 12 cities across India for causes such as education, environment, animals and community welfare. Bhumi is the recipient of the ‘Leader in Volunteer Engagement Award’ conferred by iVolunteer in 2014. Geographical Presence: Tamil Nadu, Karnataka, Telangana, Maharashtra, West Bengal, Rajasthan, Chandigarh and Delhi NCR. Bhumi has two core areas of work - Education and Civic Projects Ignite: Transformational Education Ignite is Bhumi's supplementary education programme for under-privileged children. The programme is delivered during the weekends by over 2,000 trained Bhumi volunteers. Over 10,000 children are benefiting from the programme in 2015 across 12 Indian cities with the aim of providing children with quality education to enable them become responsible and productive citizens of the future. The programme consists of English, Mathematics, Science, Robotics, Computers, Dance, Arts, Sports, Mentoring and Life skills support. Catalyse: Transforming Citizenry Catalyse consists of Bhumi’s civic initiatives that engage volunteers in causes like animal welfare, community welfare, disability, environment, health etc. The programmes consisting of one-off and regular volunteering activities engage over 10,000 volunteers each year in over 15 cities across India. Please contact us if you wish to look at our Annual Report. More information about Bhumi is available at - www.bhumi.ngo

Company details

Company typeXLarge

IndustryNon-profit Organizations

Company size10001

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Job description

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

Salary: 50000 - 75000 per month (based on candidate profile)