Development Manager
Job Summary
Reporting to the Director, the Development Manager will drive and manage a broad funding portfolio for the Institution. Towards this, they will establish procedures for managing relations with various funding agencies, donor organizations and charitable donors as well as the management of grants and donations to Science Gallery Bengaluru. The position will be supported by our legal counsel, finance team, communications team and the incumbent will also work closely with programming teams.
Key Responsibilities
● Engage with activities of SGB, including exhibitions and education programs to strategically shape the case for support and to be an effective, confident spokesperson for SGB
● Research, identify and cultivate new funding prospects for SGB from a variety of sources, including corporate, domestic and international foundations/trusts and high net-worth individuals
● Develop and manage the SGB donor database
● Coordinate with SGB staff managing programs to ensure that donors and prospects are invited to relevant events
● Develop and implement fundraising meetings, visits and other events throughout the year for cultivation of new and existing donors for SGB
● Work with SGB staff to create fundraising pitches to a range of donor prospects
● Prepare and submit for approval, proposals for fundraising, working with Director and other SGB personnel
● Manage reporting for grants received
● Manage a successful and comprehensive donor relations program
● Assist Director SGB in developing and implementing partnerships
● Assist Director SGB in tracking progress of specific fundraising campaigns
● Monitor registrations, exemptions and compliance relevant to external funding
● Work closely with the Director and the Fundraising Committee for SGB
● Liaise with the finance, compliance and communications teams at SGB
● Any other activities necessary for fundraising for Science Gallery Bengaluru
Person Specifications
● Minimum 3 years prior experience with fundraising and award management from Foundations and Trust and other corporate/ charitable sources
● Minimum 3 years prior administrative experience
● Prior experience with organising meetings and events
● Prior experience working with international organizations will be an asset
● Strong written and verbal communication skills
● Strong interpersonal and networking skills
● Strong organizational skills
● Trained at least to graduate level, preferably with additional qualifications
● Ability to work with a high level of confidentiality
● Ability to work to strict deadlines and under pressure
Job Description
Job Title Development Manager
Nature of Employment Full-time, Probation - 6 months
Reporting to Director, Science Gallery Bengaluru
Location Science Gallery Bengaluru, Bellary Road (next to IVRI)
Work Hours Tuesday to Sunday; we are a small team of an institution in the establishment phase and therefore looking for people who are able to work flexibly. Late-nights, holiday and weekend work may be required.
Applying for the post:
To apply, please send an email to jobs@bengaluru.sciencegallery.com
• The subject line of the email must carry the job title to which you are applying.
• Please attach (1) a resume and (2) a brief covering letter stating your suitability for the position, keeping in mind the specifications mentioned above.
• Portfolio of relevant work (as a link or pdf)
Emails not adhering to the above specifications will be rejected.
Application Deadline
Applications will be accepted on a rolling basis. Shortlisted candidates will be notified within 2 weeks of application.
Response
All applications will be considered with respect to the criteria outlined in the person specification. Personal enquiries on application status will not be entertained. No feedback will be provided at any stage of the application. Only short-listed applicants will be contacted via email.