Role Overview
Sol's ARC is hiring a Director Fundraising. This is a full-time role in Mumbai. posted 4 days ago. Full responsibilities, required qualifications, and the apply link are listed in the description below.
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Job Description
Job Title: Director – Fundraising
Company Sector: Development Sector / Inclusive Education & Economic Opportunities
Start Date: ASAP
Location: Oshiwara, Mumbai
Working Hours: 8 hours/day (flexible between 9:30 AM – 6:30 PM), 5 days/week
Languages: English & Hindi
Education: Master’s / Postgraduate degree in Development Studies, Business, Communications, or related fields
Experience Level: 12+ years in fundraising / proposal or grant writing / donor communication / business development / marketing / sales
Salary: Rs 1,75,000 – 2,00,000 per month
About Sol’s ARC
Sol’s ARC is a registered NGO dedicated to inclusion and equity for individuals with special needs. For 20 years, we have worked to ensure every child learns and every adult earns through education, vocational training, and economic opportunities. We collaborate with governments, donors, and communities to create scalable impact across India.
Role Overview
The Director – Fundraising will lead Sol’s ARC’s resource mobilization strategy to ensure sustainable, diversified, long-term funding. This senior leadership role will focus on building a strong fundraising pipeline, securing partnerships with CSR, foundations, HNIs and international agencies, and ensuring high-quality proposal development, budgeting, and compliance systems. The role requires a strategic leader who can consistently convert opportunities into funding through disciplined planning, strong writing, and rigorous follow-through.
Time Split (Indicative)
Fundraising Strategy & Execution – 40%
Proposal Development & Budgeting – 30%
Systems & Compliance – 20%
Leadership & Collaboration – 10%
Key Responsibilities
1) Fundraising Strategy & Execution
Develop and drive a 3–5 year fundraising strategy aligned to Sol’s ARC’s mission and growth goals
Build and manage a diversified pipeline across CSR, philanthropic foundations, HNIs, and international donors
Identify opportunities, respond to RFPs, and drive conversion of leads into partnerships
Secure multi-year partnerships to strengthen financial sustainability
Plan and execute fundraising events/roundtables to grow donor interest and pipeline
2) Proposal Development & Budgeting
Lead development of concept notes, proposals, and donor presentations with Program and Communications teams
Ensure proposals are evidence-led and aligned with donor priorities and Sol’s ARC’s program strengths
Lead budget development with Finance to ensure budgets are realistic, program-aligned, and compliant
Maintain quality standards across all submissions (structure, logic, costing, annexures, and timelines)
3) Systems & Compliance
Establish strong systems for tracking pipeline, submissions, commitments, and renewals
Maintain a submission and reporting calendar to ensure zero missed deadlines
Ensure compliance with donor contracts, CSR norms, FCRA, and statutory requirements
Provide fundraising forecasts and periodic pipeline reports to leadership and Board
Ensure documentation and grant management processes are audit-ready and consistently maintained
4) Leadership & Collaboration
Build and lead the fundraising team (mentoring, performance oversight, capacity building)
Coordinate closely with Programs, M&E and Finance teams to ensure proposal readiness and reporting discipline
Represent Sol’s ARC in external forums and donor meetings as required for pipeline conversion
Required Qualifications & Experience
Master’s degree in Development Studies, Social Work, Business Administration, Communications, or related field
Minimum 12–15 years of progressive experience in fundraising/resource mobilization, with 5+ years in a senior leadership role
Proven track record of raising multi-crore, multi-year partnerships
Strong network with corporates, foundations, HNIs, and global donors
Excellent written and verbal communication (pitching, negotiation, proposal writing)
Strong understanding of India’s CSR ecosystem, donor compliance frameworks, and FCRA regulations
Core Skills & Competencies
Strategic Fundraising Leadership: Build sustainable, diversified fundraising pipelines
Proposal Excellence: Strong writing, structuring, and donor-aligned articulation of impact
Financial Acumen: Budget logic, cost allocation, and compliance understanding
Systems Orientation: Strong pipeline tracking, documentation hygiene, and deadline discipline
Team Leadership: Mentor, build, and scale fundraising teams
Innovation & Resilience: Adapt fundraising strategy in a dynamic donor landscape
Tools – Demonstrable Proficiency
Google Workspace (Docs, Sheets, Slides, Drive)
Comfort using AI tools (e.g., ChatGPT) to speed up drafting and synthesis
Proficiency with fundraising tools (CRM/pipeline tools, outreach tools, trackers)
What We Offer
A senior leadership opportunity to shape Sol’s ARC’s sustainability and growth
A supportive, values-driven work environment
Strong exposure to high-impact programs and sector networks
Competitive salary aligned with senior leadership in the development sector
About Sol's ARC
Sol's ARC
Frequently Asked Questions
How do I apply for the Director Fundraising position at Sol's ARC?
Use the Apply button above to submit your application directly to Sol's ARC. Most applications take less than 5 minutes if your resume and contact details are ready, and you'll be routed to the employer's official application system to finish.
Where is the Director Fundraising position at Sol's ARC located?
This position is based in Mumbai. Sol's ARC has not indicated remote or hybrid options for this role, so candidates should plan for on-site work.
What does a Director Fundraising at Sol's ARC earn?
Sol's ARC has not disclosed a salary range in this posting. Many employers share specifics later in the interview process; you can also ask during a recruiter screen if compensation transparency is important to you.
When was the Director Fundraising role at Sol's ARC posted?
This role was posted on June 22, 2026 (4 days ago). It's still listed as actively hiring; we re-confirm openings against the source system multiple times per day and remove closed roles.
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