Assistant Manager - Corporate Relations & Volunteering

United Way Bengaluru; Bengaluru; On-site; INR 900,000 - 1,100,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading non-profit organization in Bengaluru is looking for an Assistant Manager – Corporate Partnerships. The role involves managing corporate relationships, executing volunteering engagements, and ensuring impactful project delivery. The ideal candidate will have at least 7-8 years of experience in CSR, strong relationship-building skills, and excellent communication abilities. This full-time position offers a competitive salary in line with industry standards and requires a willingness to travel.

Qualifications

• Minimum 7-8 years of professional experience, including at least 4 in the development/CSR sector.
• Excellent communication skills in English and Hindi; proficiency in Kannada is a plus.

Responsibilities

• Manage end-to-end relationships with existing corporate partners.
• Design and implement an annual volunteering calendar tailored to corporate partners’ objectives.
• Research, identify, and onboard new corporate partners.

Skills

Relationship building

Project management

Communication skills

Understanding CSR frameworks

Volunteering event execution

Education

Graduate or Postgraduate Degree (preferably in Social Work, Development Studies)

Job description

Assistant Manager – Corporate Partnerships

Type: Full-time

Reporting To: Manager – Corporate Partnerships

Compensation: INR 9–11 LPA + Variable Pay up to INR 2.0 Lakhs based on previous salary history, qualifications and experiences

United Way is the world’s oldest and largest privately funded charity, with a rich legacy of over 137 years and a presence in 40+ countries through 1,100+ local chapters. Collectively, we raise nearly USD 5 billion annually and engage more than 2.5 million corporate and community volunteers across the globe.

Established in 2008, United Way Bengaluru (UWBe) works to create sustainable and scalable impact in urban and rural communities around Bengaluru. We collaborate with communities, institutions, corporates, and government bodies to unlock collective potential and drive measurable social change.

Focus Areas

• Enhancing access to quality education
• Improving healthcare services
• Empowering marginalized communities
• Promoting environmental sustainability

UWBe also plays a pivotal role in employee volunteering and CSR engagement, enabling individuals and organizations to make meaningful contributions to society.

Role Overview

The Assistant Manager – Corporate Partnerships will be responsible for executing strategic plans within the Corporate Relations vertical. The role involves managing corporate partnerships, curating volunteering engagements, and ensuring high‑quality project delivery and reporting.

This position demands strong relationship‑building skills, project ownership, and the ability to collaborate across teams to deliver impactful CSR and volunteering initiatives.

Key Responsibilities

Corporate Partnerships

• Develop a deep understanding of the corporate sector, CSR trends, and focus domains of partner organizations.
• Manage end‑to‑end relationships with existing corporate partners—from proposal development and budget creation to implementation and closure reporting.
• Ensure timely and high‑quality reporting, both financial and programmatic, aligned with donor requirements.
• Collaborate closely with the Programs Team to curate new initiatives, design proposals, and prepare detailed budgets.
• Research, identify, and onboard new corporate partners aligned with UWBe’s mission and focus areas.
• Support the Chief Corporate Relations Officer / Director – Resource Mobilization in achieving annual fundraising targets.
• Mentor and guide executives in the team to enable independent handling of accounts and efficient delivery.
• Conduct regular field visits (pre‑, during, and post‑project) to monitor implementation and impact.
• Facilitate corporate field visits, review meetings, and impact showcases to strengthen partner relationships.

Volunteering Engagements

• Design and implement an annual volunteering calendar tailored to corporate partners’ CSR objectives.
• Manage the end‑to‑end execution of volunteering events—planning, coordination, logistics, and post‑event documentation.
• Continuously innovate volunteering ideas to increase employee engagement and promote meaningful participation.
• Coordinate with internal teams, NGO partners, and corporate stakeholders to ensure seamless event execution and measurable outcomes.

Qualifications & Experience

• Graduate or Postgraduate Degree (preferably in Social Work, Development Studies, or a related field).
• Minimum 7–8 years of relevant professional experience, including at least 4 years in the development/CSR sector.
• Strong understanding of corporate CSR frameworks, employee engagement, and partnership management.
• Excellent communication skills in English and Hindi; proficiency in Kannada is an added advantage.
• Willingness to travel for partnership development and project reviews.

Application Process

Interested candidates are requested to send the following documents to [e-mail] with the subject line: “Application for Assistant Manager – Corporate Partnerships” (only applications/Profiles received through email will be considered).

• Updated Resume/CV (maximum 2 pages)
• One‑page Cover Letter expressing interest and suitability for the role
• Current and Expected CTC (in INR LPA)
• Notice Period (if applicable)

📌 Please note: Incomplete applications or those missing any of the required documents will not be considered.

Selection Process

• Shortlisted candidates will be contacted for further rounds of interviews.
• The selection will be based on the applicant’s alignment with role requirements, skills, and experience.
• First Round: Interview with Reporting Manager
• Second Round: Interview with SVP
• Third Round: HR Discussion covering cultural fit, compensation, and logistics.
• Final Step: Reference Checks, Salary and Offer Finalization.