Job Description

Program Manager - Fundraising -

About WeLive Foundation (https://welivefoundation.org.in)

Children living in childcare institutions/orphanages (CCIs) are forced to leave the only homes they have known when they turn 18. They may not have the support of a family when they step out into the world. WeLive Foundation was formed to address the needs of young adults, who leave childcare institutions at the age of 18. Our purpose is to support them to transition to independent and autonomous living.

WeLive Foundation offers a 1 - 3 year Bridge Program, which is a full time residential program for care leavers that provides a place to stay, acts as a social security net, allows for an investment in their aspirational future, and builds their resilience and self-reliance. WeLive Foundation currently has 3 centres in Bengaluru with more than 60 young people as part of the program.

In the non-residential program, WeLive Foundation works with youth in institutions who are in 15-18 years and provides online modules and offline visits to support them during transition at 18 years.

Role Overview

Reporting to the CEO, the Program Manager - Fundraising role combines 60% Fundraising and 40% Program Management.

The Program Manager will lead WeLive Foundation's fundraising efforts--including lead generation, proposal writing, donor coordination, lead tracking, and closure--while also supporting the effective implementation of the program component.

Key Responsibilities

60% - Fundraising (Primary Responsibility)

Lead Generation & Prospecting

Identify and generate new fundraising leads through CSR networks, corporate outreach, events, platforms, and research. Build and maintain a strong pipeline of CSR and donor prospects.
Proposal Writing & Communication

Write high-quality proposals, concept notes, pitches, and donor decks. Customize proposals based on donor priorities and program needs. Prepare case studies, impact notes, and presentations.
Lead Tracking & Donor Coordination

Maintain an updated donor pipeline tracker. Coordinate follow-ups, schedule meetings, and ensure timely communication. Track movement of each lead from initial contact to closure.
Donor Closure & Relationship Management

Support negotiation, documentation, and closure of funding partnerships. Build and sustain long-term donor relationships through regular updates and reporting. Ensure timely submission of donor reports (programmatic & financial).

40% - Program Management (Secondary Responsibility)

Program Planning & Implementation

Support the execution of the Residential and Non-Residential Bridge Programs. Work with the team to ensure smooth operations and delivery of program activities.
Team Coordination

Coordinate with mentors, counsellors, and facilitators to ensure implementation quality. Support training, review meetings, and field-level problem solving.
Youth & Stakeholder Engagement

Engage with youth during sessions, events, and follow-ups to ensure participation. Liaise with CCIs and partner organizations for program roll-out.

Qualifications & Experience

Graduate/Postgraduate in Social Work, Development, Business, or relevant fields. 4-6 years' experience in fundraising, CSR partnerships, and program management. Strong writing and presentation skills. Experience in youth-focused or social development programs preferred.

Skills Required

Fundraising & proposal writing (core) Donor management & lead tracking Excellent communication & relationship-building Program coordination & reporting Ability to design and deliver programs Capacity to engage with youth from vulnerable backgrounds as per program directions Data handling and analytical skills

Work Environment

Reporting to: CEO Location: Bengaluru Work Days: 6 days/week (5 office + 1 WFH)

How to Apply

Please share your resume to prithvi@welivefoundation.org.in

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: ?750,000.00 - ?900,000.00 per year

Benefits:

Health insurance
Work Location: In person