Business Development Executive - Fundraising & Partnerships

Business Development Executive - Fundraising & Partnerships

Location: Visakhapatnam, Andhra Pradesh

Employment Type: Full-time (Entry-Level)

About the Role

A leading and active social impact organization in Visakhapatnam is looking for a motivated Business Development Executive - Fundraising & Partnerships to support its resource mobilization and partnership initiatives.

If you're passionate about the social sector, enjoy networking, love multitasking, and are eager to learn, this is an excellent opportunity to build a career in CSR, fundraising, partnerships, and nonprofit management.

Key Responsibilities

• Identify and develop CSR, donor, and institutional partnership opportunities.
• Research CSR initiatives, grants, and funding opportunities.
• Prepare concept notes, proposals, presentations, budgets, and partnership documents.
• Build and maintain relationships with corporates, donors, foundations, government agencies, and educational institutions.
• Coordinate proposal submissions, MoUs, and partnership follow-ups.
• Support fundraising campaigns, donor reporting, and impact documentation.
• Maintain partnership databases and business development reports.
• Represent the organization at CSR meetings, networking events, and stakeholder engagements.
• Travel for partner meetings, project visits, and events as required.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Business Administration, Marketing, Social Work, Development Studies, Communications, or a related field.
• Fresh graduates and candidates with 0-3 years of experience are encouraged to apply.

Required Skills

• Excellent communication and presentation skills.
• Strong proposal and report writing skills.
• Networking and relationship-building abilities.
• Good organizational and multitasking skills.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Word, Excel, and PowerPoint.
• Willingness to travel for meetings and field visits.

Preferred

• Passion for the social sector and a strong willingness to learn.
• Proactive, adaptable, and capable of handling multiple responsibilities.
• Fluency in English and Telugu.
• Own two-wheeler with a valid driving licence is preferred.

Salary

18,000- 20,000 per month (based on qualifications and experience) + performance-based incentives.

What You'll Gain

• Hands-on experience in CSR, fundraising, and strategic partnerships.
• Mentorship from experienced nonprofit professionals.
• Exposure to corporates, government agencies, foundations, and development organizations.
• Professional growth and long-term career opportunities in the social impact sector.

Recruitment Note

This position is being posted by Guru Catalyst on behalf of a leading and active social impact organization based in Visakhapatnam. Shortlisted candidates will be informed about the organization during the recruitment process.