Manager - Partnerships

CInI - Collectives for Integrated Livelihood Initiatives; Ranchi, Khunti; On-site; INR 900,000 - 1,500,000; Full time

Job summary

CInI is seeking a Manager - Partnerships to develop and expand strategic partnerships, mobilise resources, and strengthen programme outcomes from diverse stakeholders in India.

The role involves leading engagement with government bodies, foundations, CSR partners, and educational institutions, ensuring collaboration and sustained impact through well-managed partnerships.

Qualifications

• Master's degree in Development Studies or related field is required.
• Certifications in Fundraising, CSR, or Grant Writing are an added advantage.
• 7–10 years of experience in partnership development and donor engagement in NGO or development sectors.

Responsibilities

• Develop and implement a partnership strategy aligned with programme priorities.
• Identify and manage relationships with donors, CSR partners, government agencies, and foundations.
• Lead negotiation of MoUs and collaboration frameworks; ensure role clarity and accountability.
• Prepare partnership reports, donor updates, and impact stories; support fundraising targets.
• Coordinate with programme teams to design innovative partnership initiatives.

Skills

Partnership development

Donor engagement

Stakeholder management

Fundraising

Education

Master's degree in Development Studies

Certifications in Fundraising/CSR/Grant Writing

Job description

The Manager - Partnerships will be responsible for developing, nurturing, and expanding strategic partnerships that strengthen the organisation's mission, programme outcomes, and long-term sustainability. The role will lead engagement with government departments, donor agencies, corporate CSR partners, foundations, educational institutions, and other development sector stakeholders to mobilise resources, build collaborative initiatives, and enhance the organisation's impact.

Partnership Development & Stakeholder Engagement

• Develop and implement a partnership strategy aligned with the organisation's vision, mission, and programme priorities.
• Identify, cultivate, and manage relationships with donors, foundations, CSR partners, government agencies, educational institutions, and development organisations.
• Build and maintain strategic alliances that support programme implementation, advocacy efforts, and organisational growth.

Resource Mobilisation & Fundraising

• Identify funding opportunities from institutional donors, foundations, CSR initiatives, and government programmes.
• Support the development of concept notes, grant proposals, funding applications, and partnership
• Coordinate with programme teams to design impactful partnership initiatives and funding proposals.
• Contribute to achieving the organization's fundraising and resource mobilization targets.

Partnership Management

• Lead partnership negotiations and facilitate the development of MoUs, agreements, and collaboration frameworks.
• Ensure effective communication and engagement with partners throughout the partnership lifecycle.
• Monitor partnership commitments, deliverables, and outcomes to ensure mutual accountability.
• Maintain a comprehensive database of partners, donors, funding opportunities, and engagement activities.

Programme Support & Reporting

• Work closely with programme teams to identify opportunities for collaboration and innovation.
• Prepare partnership reports, presentations, donor updates, and impact stories.
• Facilitate partner visits, review meetings, and stakeholder consultations.
• Support monitoring, evaluation, and learning processes by documenting partnership outcomes and lessons learnt.

1. Education: Master's degree in Development Studies, Social Work, Public Policy, Education, Rural Development. Certifications in Fundraising, CSR, or Grant Writing will be an added advantage.
2. Experience: 7-10 years of experience in partnership development, donor engagement, fundraising, corporate relations, stakeholder management, or business development within the NGO, social impact, education, or development sector.