About OM Foundation:
OM Foundation is a not-for-profit organisation driven by a singular mission: to disrupt the cycle of poverty by providing quality education and nutritional support to underprivileged children. We select one child from each underprivileged family and invest deeply in their journey - providing quality education, skilling, and healthcare, along with personalised attention, mentorship, and long-term support toward higher education, employment, or entrepreneurship.
All children receive full or need-based funding to ensure no financial barrier holds them back. By transforming one life, we aim to uplift entire families - breaking the cycle of poverty for generations.
Role Overview:
We are seeking a proactive, relationship-driven Fundraising Associate to support OM Foundation’s resource mobilisation efforts. This role will focus on identifying, engaging, and nurturing relationships with a diverse network of supporters including corporate CSR partners, foundations, philanthropists and HNIs in India and abroad.
Selected candidate will play a key role in preparing fundraising collateral, conducting outreach, coordinating meetings, representing OM Foundation with potential partners, and supporting donor engagement initiatives. The role will also involve exploring creative fundraising avenues including online campaigns, events, partnerships, and international donor engagement.
The ideal candidate is organised, articulate, and comfortable representing the organisation in professional settings while maintaining strong attention to detail in documentation & communications.
Key Responsibilities:
1. Donor Research & Outreach (domestic and international)
- Identify potential donors inc. corporate CSR, foundations, philanthropists, and HNIs.
- Conduct research to build a structured pipeline of prospective donors.
- Maintain and regularly update a database of donor prospects and partners.
- Initiate outreach through emails, calls, LinkedIn, and referrals to build relationships.
2. Fundraising Collateral & Proposals
- Prepare and refine fundraising presentations, concept notes and proposals.
- Ensure all external-facing documents reflect the organisation’s mission and professionalism.
- Coordinate internally with the team to gather relevant data and updates required.
3. Donor Meetings & Relationship Management
- Schedule and coordinate meetings with potential donors and partners.
- Represent OM Foundation during introductory discussions and follow-ups.
- Support leadership in preparing for donor meetings and presentations.
- Maintain regular engagement with existing donors through updates and communication.
4. Partnerships Development
- Develop partnerships with corporates, NGOs, foundations, & other ecosystem organisations.
- Identify collaboration opportunities that strengthen the organisation’s programs and outreach.
- Support the development of long-term strategic partnerships aligned with our mission.
5. Fundraising Campaigns and Events (online and offline)
- Support fundraising through the organisation’s website and digital platforms.
- Help design and execute creative fundraising ideas including crowdfunding campaigns, etc.
- Assist in organising donor engagement / fundraising events and required site visits.
- Ensure visiting donors and partners experience the organisation’s work meaningfully.
6. Monitoring & Reporting
- Track fundraising pipelines, outreach progress, and meeting follow-ups.
- Maintain organised documentation of donor communication and commitments.
- Support preparation of fundraising reports and updates for leadership.
What We’re Looking For:
- At least 2 years of experience in fundraising, partnerships, development, or related roles.
- Excellent written and verbal communication skills with great attention to detail.
- Comfort preparing presentations, proposals, and donor communication materials.
- Ability to build relationships with diverse stakeholders including corporates and philanthropists.
- Passion for education, social impact, and mission-driven work.