Rural Development Specialist

Job Description

We are seeking a skilled and passionate Rural Development Specialist to join our dynamic team. As a key member of our organization, you will play a crucial role in driving sustainable rural transformation through impactful initiatives.

Your mission will be to fuel our growth by building powerful partnerships, pitching to corporates and high-net-worth individuals (HNIs), and driving sustainable fundraising efforts.

Key Responsibilities :

• Fundraising & Business Development : Identify, approach, and secure funding from corporates, HNIs, and foundations through effective pitching and proposal development.
• Partnership Hunting : Research and target potential partners; proactively engage new prospects to expand the donor base.
• Pitching & Convincing : Deliver compelling presentations and pitches that communicate the value and impact of our rural development projects.
• Relationship Building : Build and nurture long-term donor and partner relationships to ensure repeat contributions and strategic collaborations.
• Strategic Documentation : Create high-quality proposals, impact reports, and presentations to showcase project success and attract continued funding.
• Engagement Activities : Coordinate corporate engagement programs (on-ground and virtual) that strengthen partnerships and donor relations.

Required Skills & Qualifications :

To succeed in this role, you should have :

What We Offer :

As a Rural Development Specialist, you will enjoy :