Corporate Partnerships Officer - CSR & Grants Fundraising

Compact Business Machine; Mumbai, Bengaluru; On-site; INR 800,000 - 1,200,000; Full time

Job summary

CBM India Trust seeks a Corporate Partnerships Officer to drive CSR fundraising and corporate partnerships. The role focuses on identifying donors, coordinating proposals, and ensuring donor stewardship to advance CBM India’s strategic priorities.

Based in Bengaluru or Mumbai, you will build relationships with CSR leaders, travel to project sites, and collaborate with program, finance, and communications teams to deliver high‑quality funding proposals and impactful partnerships.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in a related field (Business, Social Work, Development Studies, Marketing, Communications).
• 3–6 years of experience in CSR fundraising, business development, sales, or corporate partnerships.
• Willingness to travel to project locations and other cities for donor meetings and events.
• Experience in the development sector is desirable.

Responsibilities

• Identify prospective corporate donors and CSR opportunities.
• Develop and maintain a robust pipeline of corporate partners.
• Initiate contact and schedule meetings with prospective partners.
• Build and nurture long‑term relationships with CSR leaders and corporate decision‑makers.
• Represent CBM India at networking events and CSR forums.
• Achieve annual fundraising targets through CSR and partnerships.
• Coordinate with Program teams to develop high‑quality proposals.
• Ensure proposals align with donor priorities and CBM India's objectives.
• Maintain donor communication and stewardship.
• Organize donor visits, launches, and partnership events.

Skills

Communication skills

Campaign planning

Team player

English proficiency

MS Office

Time management

Independence

Intercultural awareness

Travel willingness

Education

Bachelor's degree (Business/Development/Communications)

Master's degree preferred

Tools

Microsoft Word

Excel

PowerPoint

Internet applications

Job description

CBM India Trust is committed to improving the quality of life of persons with disabilities and members of other marginalized communities. We work in partnership with local, national, and international actors with the aim of creating a more equal society for all. Our vision is to have an inclusive world in which all persons with disabilities enjoy their human rights and achieve

Position: Corporate Partnerships Officer - CSR & Grants Fundraising

Location: Bengaluru, Mumbai Reporting to: Associate Director - Fundraising

The Corporate Partnerships Officer will identify, cultivate, secure, and manage Corporate Social Responsibility (CSR) and corporate partnerships that support CBM Indias strategic

priorities. The role is responsible for developing new corporate relationships, managing

existing partnerships, coordinating proposal development, ensuring excellent donor stewardship, and contributing to the organizations fundraising and resource mobilization

objectives. They will leverage CBM Indias networks and partnerships to mobilize grants,

develop long-term collaborations, and contribute to the organizations sustainable growth.

Responsibilities:

• Identify and research prospective corporate donors and CSR opportunities.
• Develop and maintain a robust pipeline of prospective corporate partners.
• Initiate contact and schedule meetings with prospective corporate partners.
• Build and nurture long‑term relationships with CSR leaders and corporate decision-
• Represent CBM India at networking events, CSR forums, and business meetings.
• Achieve annual fundraising targets through CSR and corporate partnerships.
• Develop donor‑specific engagement strategies.
• Convert prospective donors into long‑term funding partners.
• Explore multi‑year funding opportunities.
• Coordinate with the Proposal Hub and Program teams to develop high‑quality proposals.
• Ensure proposals are aligned with donor priorities and CBM Indias strategic objectives.
• Support concept notes development and donor presentations.
• Maintain regular engagement with existing corporate partners.
• Ensure timely donor communication and stewardship.
• Organize donor visits, project launches, review meetings, and partnership events.
• Plan and organize employee engagement events, volunteering activities for existing donors and new corporates to develop long‑term funding opportunities and individual giving opportunities, including payroll giving, fundraising campaigns for employee participation, and showcase and sell our products made by the communities we work
• Secure outreach permissions from corporate offices, tech parks, co‑working spaces, and other institutions to engage with employees, showcase our work, and seek donations
• Identify opportunities for grant renewals and funding expansion.
• Coordinate with the Program, Finance, and IKM teams to ensure timely donor reporting.
• Ensure compliance with donor requirements and grant conditions.
• Monitor project milestones and donor commitments.
• 6. Market Intelligence - Track CSR trends, corporate giving priorities, ESG developments, and industry
• Maintain a database of prospective donors and funding opportunities.
• Benchmark competitor activities and identify strategic opportunities.
• Work closely with the Program, Finance, Communications, IKM, and Leadership teams.
• Facilitate internal coordination for proposal development and donor servicing.
• Support cross‑functional planning and fundraising initiatives.
• Maintain accurate records of donor interactions and share them for review and record-
• Prepare monthly pipeline, fundraising, and partnership reports.
• Monitor KPIs and partnership performance.

Qualifications and Experience:

• Bachelor s degree in Business, Social Work, Development Studies, Marketing, Communications, or a related field. Masters degree preferred.
• 3-6 years of experience in CSR fundraising, business development, sales, key account management, or corporate partnerships.
• Experience in the development sector is desirable.
• Willingness to travel to project locations and other cities for donor meetings, project discussions, PR-related events, and other official engagements.

Skills:

• Strong communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to influence donors,
• Skills in planning and implementing campaigns and events.
• A collaborative team player with excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
• High level of proficiency in English.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Word, Excel, PowerPoint, and internet‑based applications.
• Strong organizational and time management skills.
• Ability to work independently under tight deadlines and in demanding situations.
• Intercultural awareness and sensitivity to disability inclusion.
• Willingness to travel extensively, including outstation stays within the southern states of India.

The future job holder is expected to adhere to CBM India s policies and procedures, commit to CBM India s Child Safeguarding Policy and Code of Conduct, and follow CBM India s safety