Praja Foundation is seeking candidates for the positions of Associate Manager- Partnerships for their Mumbai office. The roles are full-time roles for early to mid-level policy professionals.
About Praja Foundation
Praja is continuously working toward transforming urban governance at the National, State and City Levels. In collaboration with Policy Think Tanks, Civil Society Organizations, Academia and Youth across India, we implement programmes to improve the quality of urban life. Join us to create an impact together.
Position- Associate Manager (Partnerships)
Required Experience: 4 to 5 Years (Preferably in Social Sector)
About the Role
- Dual role managing policy advocacy and donor acquisition
- Support the CEO in building strategic partnerships with various stakeholders- political leadership, civil society, academic and business leaders
- Conduct thorough research to identify funding opportunities from trusts, foundations, corporates, grants and HNIs.
Eligibility
- A degree in business management or social sciences, e.g., urban governance, public policy, public administration, public health, etc.
- 4-5 years’ experience working with government, political leaders or policy organisations will be preferred
- Understanding of public policy space particularly urban governance issues
- Ability to analyse and present data
- Ability to work independently and use discretion in confidential matters relating to donors
- Ability to work in a team and with multiple stakeholders
- Attention to detail, including the ability to undertake substantive editing and proofreading
- Ability to communicate fluently in English, both written and spoken
- Advanced knowledge of computer applications such as Microsoft Office (MS Word, Excel, PowerPoint)
- Pro-active in anticipating work requirements and completing tasks in a fast-paced environment
- Ability and willingness to travel at short notice if required
Main Responsibilities
Programmatic Support
- Prepare policy briefs and related collaterals for the CEO based on internal research as well as external resources
- Support the CEO in key stakeholder meetings and networking
- Coordinate with Director Program and relevant Managers to identify and build strategic partnerships
- Support the Strategic Communication team to develop and articulate comprehensive, feasible M&E objectives and frameworks that will generate credible, actionable and timely information
- Where relevant, liaise with external stakeholders and/or other implementing partners that might have relevant data that can be leveraged for program monitoring
Donor Acquisition Support
- Conduct research into potential donors – trusts, foundations, companies and high net worth individuals – and prepare proposals and applications for donors whose philanthropic or funding criteria match the organization activities
- Ensure that communication materials are in consistent style that reflect the values of the organisation.
- Develop, manage and update databases to record donor contact and preference information
- Coordinate with senior leaders in the planning and execution of the fundraising strategy
Location
Mumbai
Application Procedure
Please send your resume to hr@praja.org.
