Job Title : Senior Manager – Research & Proposal Management
Location : Remote
Employment Type : Full-time
Salary Range : ₹11 LPA – ₹15 LPA (commensurate with experience)
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Summary of the Role
The Manager – Research & Proposal Management will lead the end-to-end development and delivery of high-impact proposals aligned with social and climate impact goals. This role is vital to securing funding and partnerships that drive the organisation’s mission. The successful candidate will work closely with cross-functional teams, partners, and donors, ensuring proposal quality, consistency, and timely submission.
What Success Looks Like
- Timely delivery of compelling, well-structured proposals that result in successful funding
- Effective management and growth of a skilled pool of freelance proposal writers
- Strong collaboration and communication with internal teams and external stakeholders
- Continuous improvement and standardization of proposal management processes
Responsibilities
Manage the full proposal development lifecycle, including budgeting, compliance, and submission deadlinesConduct thorough research on funding opportunities, donor landscapes, and policy trendsBuild and supervise a network of freelance proposal writers by thematic expertiseCoordinate with internal teams, partners, and subject matter experts to ensure proposals align with programmatic goals and donor requirementsDevelop and maintain standardized proposal templates and best practice repositoriesPresent proposals to clients and maintain strong client relationships during the proposal processPitch proposals confidently to funders and stakeholders to convert proposals into successful funding partnershipsMonitor and evaluate proposal strategies and success rates in collaboration with leadershipQualifications
Proven experience in research and proposal management, preferably in social impact or climate sectorsStrong project management and organizational skills, with the ability to manage multiple proposals and meet deadlinesExcellent written and verbal communication skills, including storytelling and presentation abilitiesFamiliarity with international donors, philanthropic foundations, or research institutionsMaster’s degree required for CSR-related projects; Ph.D. preferred for research-intensive rolesCollaborative approach with strong attention to detail and problem-solving skills