Job Description

Job Description

Key Position Information

Job Title

Head of  Development

Reports To

Senior Management; dotted line reporting to Vice Chairman

Location

Bengaluru, Mumbai and Delhi, Bikaner & other metro cities

Compensation

As per market standard & past experience. 

Term of  Employment

Permanent Role, Full time 

Purpose

The primary role of Development Specialist will be to promote and gain support for RNB Global University’s academic ambition and work, among strategic audiences in India and all over the globe. The Senior Specialist will be  responsible for the development, coordination and execution of all major gift resource development and partnership strategies that align with RNB Global University’s overall strategy and objectives, which is  to raise support for the University through various fundraising channels. The role will be heavily focused on Leadership giving areas – Philanthropic partners, major donors, trusts,Foundations and Corporate Partners. The person will be inspiring others into taking a more first-hand approach to International and National Development, while still leading all major gift appeals, institutional funding engagement, and large corporate sponsorship and other acquisition activities throughout the year.

Key relationships

The position works closely with Head of Development, Proposal developers, and a research, intel and data management unit.

Travel Requirement

Moderate

Equal opportunity

RNB Global University offers equitable employment opportunities.

About RNB Global University

Our vision

RNB Global University is set in the hinterland of Thar Desert of Rajasthan to provide technological and professional education of the highest standards. RNB Global University  was conceptualised By Dr Ram Bajaj with a philanthropic vision into education , to be a globally recognized university committed to excellence in higher education with a strong emphasis on knowledge sharing, multidisciplinary research and entrepreneurial skills to produce professional leaders that serve the society and  bring a better future for all.

It aspires to be a reputed “Temple of Learning”which plays  a significant role in serving the higher educational needs of the state of Rajasthan, India and Global arena by emerging as a Centre of Academic Excellence, known for providing healthy learning environment, predominantly developing in every student a trait of Innovation, Leadership & Entrepreneurship skills so that they shine bright like a “Star” and be adjudged champion of humanity and a responsible citizen.

Our mission        

To provide students with world class infrastructure, a transformational educational environment that  emphasizes leadership, innovation and entrepreneurial skills.                       

To emphasize intellectual growth, problem solving skills, professional grooming, ethical and human values among the students, so that they become socially responsible citizens.                               

To apply the highest standard of teaching & learning with the collective expertise of competent and experienced faculty.                               

To empower the students with knowledge and information To design and offer programs as per the national policies and to meet global challenges.                        

To focus on deep disciplinary traits & to create a holistic  impact in society at the regional, national and global level.              

To promote exchange of innovative ideas across disciplines through effective use of tools and techniques in different fields of knowledge-domain.                            

 To promote interdisciplinary research that generates, disseminates, preserves and creates a pure source of knowledge that makes a significant contribution to nation building.                             

To foster a collaborative academic environment through blended learning, professional grooming, corporate mentoring and a healthy atmosphere based on co-curricular and extra-curricular activities.                              

To create a collaborative environment open to free exchange of ideas to promote innovation, entrepreneurship, creativity and research in all respects.                               

To stride towards rendering quality education and play an instrumental role in developing highly skilled and globally competent graduates to contribute to the world economy.               

Core values

RNB Global University continuously strives to provide  quality in higher teaching and learning  with absolute determination  through innovative and globally accepted methods. The University believes that one of the finest methods to create a nation is to impart education amongst youth which is at par with the best of the global education standards for which the University set- forth its vision to corroborate with Late Seth Shri Jagannath Bajaj's ideology.  

The RNBGU’s core values revolve around following factors:   

a. Adoption of latest technology for the enhancement of student’s competence. 

b. Inculcate a sense of intellectual character so as to develop intellectual traits of mind and personality. 

Develop an intellectual mindset in order to hone a student's personality and intellectual characteristics. 

c.  Sensitize students and faculty’s commitment to community development and serve the society by maintaining equanimity

About us

The RNB Global University has been established by act no 20 of 2015 passed by the Rajasthan Vidhan Sabha and notified by state of Rajasthan on 27/04/2015. The degrees which will be awarded by RNB Global University would be recognized by University Grants Commission (UGC). 

The University has a sprawling campus in Bikaner and currently have faculties of- School of Arts and Social Sciences; Basic and Applied Sciences; School of Commerce and Management; and School of Law. The University has a capacity of accommodating three thousands students in an academic year. 

The University is planning to expand the faculty to include several other disciplines in the areas of- Public Health Management; Diplomacy and Mass Communication It is also establishing a very ambitious research centre pursuing cutting edge research in the areas of- natural resources, health, climate, and various other areas that are of growing importance to contemporary geo-political and socio-economic landscape of civilisational challenges mankind face.   

The University is  looking forward to intensive and extensive global collaborations with acclaimed academic institutions of the world, to achieve highest academic excellence, and to produce brilliant scholars and leaders for our society.  

In this fascinating journey of growth and self-discovery, the University is keeping the core of serving the local communities  by catering to students from marginalized sections of the society. The University’s  Founders and Board are determined to create a reputed higher education academic institution for young people from marginalized sections of our society. In the rural hinterlands of India, We believe that this goal can set fresh benchmarks and traits in the higher education landscape of India and open doors for the creation of a highly skilled formal workforce from the rural belts of India. 

The University has been funded by the founding family for nearly a decade now. The institution is now blessed with- a sprawling infrastructure, strong faculty and learning facilities, academic excellence ambition, and good will of the local community. To become the most renowned and acclaimed rural University of India, we are establishing a development unit to raise funds for the University’s future ambitions.In the coming years, we are aiming to become self-sustainable with a strategically built fundraising and institution development engine. 

The University Development Team will be spread over multiple locations in India and outside India as well. Currently, we have an office at Delhi- which functions like a corporate office for the University. Additionally, we are opening our Development offices in Bengaluru and Mumbai now.    

Roles and Responsibilities

Stratey, oversight, and fund development

Conceptualise, shape, and implement a comprehensive and purpose-driven fund-raising strategy to engage various foundations, trusts, family foundations, corporates, government institutions, philanthropists, UHNI and build long-term sustainable relationships with them

Optimise implementation of the University’s fundraising operations & be responsible for engaging with different donor segments as per adopted strategy of the University in India and all over the world; including UHNI, corporates, charitable trusts, family offices, multilateral agencies, and trusts & foundations to raise donations, grants, scholarships, sponsorships etc.- as per the annual target.

Provide guidance and leadership to the overall fundraising unit, research and intel unit for lead generation and prospect engagement.

 Support in setting up essential operating infrastructure, processes including drafting of grant proposals, and systems to meet the fundraising goals. 

Initiate and recruit the corporate and institutional fundraising team with permanent staff and volunteers as per feasibility and requirement.

Provide strategic input on funding and sector trends and identify opportunities to ensure the organisation is well-positioned to meet its strategic goals.

 Ensure the creation of a robust and researched database of potential corporate and institutional donor communities.

Track performance against Fundraising (Inspire) KPIs. Set fundraising revenues and goals for the fundraising team and manage partnership pipelines.

Participate on the all sub-committee etc. that may be created for enabling fundraising for the University. 

Trusts and Foundations

 

Coordinate with the Head of Development and the team, to develop a pro-active Trust & Foundations program to grow income. 

Develop standards, strategies and tactics to research and identify potential grants and other opportunities for project funding.

Grow and maintain funding pipelines; setting time bound goals to ensure incremental progress over specific periods.

Consult with the team Head of Development, and other relevant university teams- to coordinate, draft, and submit tailored funding concepts and proposals.

Appropriate stewardship with funders with an aim of building long term funding relationships.

Assist organisation with any institutional grant applications as required.

Major Donor and Partnership

Work with the Head of Development to strategically identify and develop Major Donors to secure partners/clients from the public (UHNI), corporations and the larger fundraising landscape.

Build and maintain a pipeline of prospective major donors and partners.

 Grow and maintain funding pipelines; setting time bound goals to  ensure incremental progress over specific periods.

Work with the University to re-engage any historic donors and partners.

Develop contextualised fundraising products that are aligned with the University's core mission. for various types of major gifts; Coordinate and assist in the development of cases for support and the submission of proposals  to  major donors and partners.

Contribute to the business development database and track relationships.

Collaborate with the Head of Development and the team to ensure effective partner journeys, care, and stewardship.

Accountabilities

Complete tasks on time and in accordance with expectations

Work constructively and collaboratively with other members of the University team.

Undertake relevant training as required.

Reporting

Coordinate funding acquittals calendar and liaise with internal teams to ensure  complete funding acquittals to all resource/funding partners.

Track fundraising income, administer all fundraising data and ensure accurate records are maintained.

Contribute to monthly board reports on fundraising activities including pipeline, tracking against budget and analysis of return on investment.

Set reporting standards and process within the team with the  Head of Development

Administration

Work with the Head of Development to ensure appropriate policies, procedures, and processes are in place to maximise resources output and impact.

Contribute to the effective operations of the office and administrative functions; monitor and evaluate team performance.

Oversee database maintenance. 

Oversee donations and donor processing and receipting

Answer to critical emails and important and urgent general inquiries

Handle donor care.

DESIRED ATTRIBUTES/ SKILLS:  

Must have a minimum of a decade's working experience in the development and non-profit fundraising sector    

Strong track record of raising funds from renowned institutions.   

Advanced conceptual and technical knowledge of institutional fundraising.  

Strong acumen in business and partnership development.   

A hands-on leader will suit the role.    

Strong communication skills and personal integrity are baseline requirements.   

Knowledge of CRM implementation & sustenance will be preferred.   

Open mind and flexibility to work in a growing and learning team.   

Strong understanding of the higher education fundraising landscape.   

Highly advanced communication and interpersonal skills.   

High Intellect & moral values which  coincide with the University’s  core values, mission, and philanthropic aspirations to serve marginalised youth and local communities.  

Application Process

Draft a cover letter

Describing your intent, fitment and vision- regarding the position. 

Location preference (mention in CV)

Specify your choice between- Delhi, Bengaluru or Mumbai.

alary expectations (mention in CV)

Preferably specify a band. We are also open to getting into inventive flexi arrangements

CV

A 3 pager CV- contextualised with the role and position purpose.

E-mail your application by within 20 days of the job posting. All documents need to be in MS Word or PDF format (application include- cover letter, CV)

E-mail id: development@rnbglobal.edu.in

 

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