Senior Director-Fundraising and Communications

Job Description :

Senior Director - Fundraising and Communications, Avanti Fellows

Position Summary :

The Senior Director will lead Avanti’s fundraising, grant management, board engagement, and communications strategy. This includes securing funding from domestic and international foundations, corporations, and donors to support a growing annual budget of >

60 Cr INR with a target of 30% y-o-y growth. They will oversee a team driving strategic partnerships, donor stewardship, grant compliance, and communications while strengthening Avanti's brand presence. Ideal candidates will have experience building teams, nurturing donor relationships, and a strong passion for Avanti’s mission. Nonprofit experience is not mandatory. Key responsibilities include, but are not limited to

• Develop and execute Avanti’s fundraising and communications strategy.
• Identify, cultivate, and secure funding from diverse sources, including foundations, corporations, and high-net-worth individuals.
• Oversee grant management processes : proposal development, compliance, field visits, reporting, and renewals.
• Collaborate with internal teams to gather data, create compelling impact narratives, donor reports, and communications.
• Maintain and expand relationships with donors, philanthropic partners, and stakeholders.
• Drive unrestricted fundraising campaigns and initiatives.
• Support Board engagement with reports, presentations, and strategic updates.
• Lead, mentor, and manage the fundraising and communications team.
• Develop and implement effective external communication strategies (e.g., website, newsletters, social media, reports).
• Represent Avanti at donor meetings, conferences, and sector events.
• Monitor and report on fundraising performance, pipelines, and communications effectiveness.

Ideal candidate qualifications

Benefits

Salary : Details would be discussed during 1-1 interactions.

Location : India-based based fully remote with periodic domestic and international travel.

Reporting structure : The Senior Director will report to the Co-CEOs and collaborate closely with internal teams and Board Members.

Application : Please share your resume. An ideal resume would be a one-pager, and only shortlisted candidates would be contacted.