Business Development Executive (BDE)

Role Overview

We are seeking a Business Development Executive to support our CSR initiatives through prospect identification, lead management, and partnership development. The role demands multi-channel outreach and close collaboration with internal teams to promote effective fundraising and partnership efforts.

Primary Responsibilities

• Identify 20-25 prospective CSR donors including corporations, trusts, and foundations each month to build a targeted outreach list.
• Maintain and update databases of CSR donors and partners to ensure accurate records.
• Engage potential prospects through calls, emails, LinkedIn and other networking platforms to generate and qualify leads for fundraising and partnerships.
• Coordinate meetings and follow-ups for the Fundraising Lead to ensure smooth communication.
• Conduct detailed research on companies’ CSR priorities, funding trends, and eligibility to tailor proposals effectively.
• Create compelling outreach messages, proposals, and presentations to attract and retain donor interest.
• Collaborate with internal teams for documentation and submissions related to fundraising projects.
• Manage professional communication channels with donors and partners to foster strong relationships.
• Support monthly fundraising and partnership targets by assisting in various activities including event participation and partnership discussions.
• Contribute to maintaining timely reports and records documenting proposals and their conversion status.
• Work with branding teams to enhance visibility and engagement of CSR efforts.

Required Qualifications & Skills

• Bachelor's degree in Business, Marketing, or a closely related discipline.
• Between 1 to 3 years of professional experience in a relevant area.
• Excellent communication skills in English are mandatory, with Marathi or Hindi being preferred.
• Foundational understanding of Corporate Social Responsibility (CSR) and corporate partnership processes.
• Competence in Microsoft Office (Word, PowerPoint) and Canva for creating presentations and documents.
• Strong abilities in research, presentations, and relationship nurturing.
• Self-driven and professional demeanor with a proactive attitude.