Job Description

Job Purpose: To enhance the fundraising efforts and communication strategies of Project Prakash, ensuring sustainable funding and effective outreach to stakeholders. This role is crucial in supporting our mission to provide medical treatment, educational, and vocational training to children suffering from curable blindness.
Key Responsibilities:
Fundraising:
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Develop and implement fundraising strategies to meet the financial goals of the organization.
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Identify and cultivate relationships with potential donors, including individuals, corporations, and foundations.
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Prepare and submit grant proposals and funding applications.
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Organize fundraising events and campaigns.
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Maintain a database of donors and ensure timely follow-up and communication.
Communications:
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Develop and execute a comprehensive communications plan to raise awareness about the organization’s mission and activities.
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Manage the organization’s social media accounts, website, and other digital platforms.
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Create and distribute newsletters, press releases, and other promotional materials.
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Coordinate with media outlets to secure coverage for the organization’s events and initiatives.
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Develop and maintain relationships with key stakeholders, including volunteers, partners, and beneficiaries.
Qualifications:
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Master’s degree in Communications, Management, Public Relations, or a related field.
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Proven experience in fundraising and communications, preferably in the non-profit sector.
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Excellent written and verbal communication skills in English and Hindi.
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Strong organizational and project management skills.
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Proficiency in using digital marketing tools and platforms.
Experience: minimum 3 years of relevant work experience in fundraising. Experience of developing and implementing communication campaigns and overseeing the production or quality control of video, audio, and text- based content preferred.
Skills and Competencies:
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Self-driven and goal-oriented outlook
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Ability to work independently and as part of a team.
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Strong interpersonal skills and the ability to build relationships with diverse groups.
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Creative thinking and problem-solving abilities.
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Attention to detail and ability to manage multiple tasks simultaneously.
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Passion for the mission of Project Prakash.
Interested candidates may send their resumes to achawariya@projectprakash.org and pgupta@projectprakash.org with a cover letter and salary expectations.