Job Description

Role: Senior Executive - Grant & Fundraising Location: Ahmedabad Experience: 2-5 years GRANTS AND FUNDRAISING AT GO DHARMIC WELFARE UK Go Dharmic is an international humanitarian and environmental NGO, working to bring people together to spread love and compassion through a diverse array of social action campaigns. It was started by Hanuman Dass in 2011 to promote universal compassionate action. Inspired by the concept of \'Dharma\', Go Dharmic has over 10,000 volunteers globally and works tirelessly as an ambassador of peace across the globe through extensive campaigns for: Environmental Action, Poverty Alleviation, Education and Skill Development, Health and Sanitation, Hunger, and Crisis Response. The founding philosophy is to \' Love All. Feed All. Serve All .\' Go Dharmic has 5 offices: London (England), Glasgow (Scotland), Ahmedabad (India), Kolkata (India), and Georgia (USA). Job brief The role of a Senior Grant Writer and Fundraiser at Go Dharmic is a multifaceted position that combines grant writing and fundraising efforts to support the organisation\'s charitable initiatives. The job description typically includes the following responsibilities: Grant Writing: 1. Grant Proposal Development : Research, write, and edit compelling grant proposals to secure funding for Go Dharmic\'s projects and programs. 2. Funder Research: Identify potential grant opportunities from various sources, including foundations, corporations, government agencies, and other grant-making organisations. 3. Grant Application Submission: Prepare and submit grant applications, ensuring they meet all guidelines and requirements of each funding source. 4 . Budgeting: Develop detailed project budgets and financial projections to accompany grant applications . 5. Collaboration: Work closely with program managers and subject matter experts to gather information, data, and insights needed for grant proposals. 6. Grant Management: Monitor and report on the progress of grants, ensuring compliance with grant agreements and reporting requirements. 7. Relationship Building: Cultivate and maintain relationships with donors, funders, and partners to enhance grant opportunities. Fundraising: 1. Donor Cultivation: Identify and engage potential individual and corporate donors, as well as develop strategies to maintain and grow existing donor relationships. 2. Fundraising Campaigns: Plan, execute, and oversee fundraising campaigns and events, including online fundraising efforts, charity auctions, and crowdfunding initiatives. 3. Major Gifts : Identify and pursue major gift opportunities from high-net-worth individuals or philanthropic foundations. 4. Fundraising Strategy: Contribute to the development of the organisation\'s fundraising strategy, setting targets, timelines, and goals. 5. Communication: Develop fundraising materials and compelling narratives that convey the impact of donations and the importance of Go Dharmic\'s mission. 6. Donor Stewardship: Implement donor stewardship practices to ensure ongoing engagement and support. 7. Fundraising Ethics: Ensure ethical and transparent fundraising practices, including compliance with relevant regulations and reporting standards. Qualifications: - A bachelor\'s degree or equivalent experience in grant writing, fundraising, or a related field. - Proven success in grant writing and fundraising, ideally within a nonprofit or charity context. - Excellent written and verbal communication skills. - Strong interpersonal and relationship-building skills. - Experience with online fundraising platforms and strategies. - Proficiency in budgeting and financial reporting. - The ability to work independently and as part of a team. - Familiarity with ethical fundraising practices and donor stewardship. This role requires a dynamic individual who can effectively blend grant writing skills with fundraising efforts to support Go Dharmic\'s mission and objectives. The ability to connect with donors and secure funding is crucial to the organisation\'s success. Benefits Full-time (flexible hours), permanent. Location Ahmedabad Salary As per the Industry Standard How to apply Email CV and covering letter to [HIDDEN TEXT] / [HIDDEN TEXT]

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