Resource Mobilization Associate

Indev Consultancy Pvt Ltd (Indev), founded in 2009, specializes in delivering innovative digital solutions for social development initiatives. Indev works with government agencies, UN organizations, private entities, CSR programs, and non-profits to enable impactful interventions through Information, Communications, and Technology (ICT). With offices in New Delhi, Odisha, and Bihar, team Indev serves a global clientele, including countries like the USA, Bhutan, UAE, and Mexico. Our diverse team of over 70 professionals brings a wide range of skills and experience, enabling us to cater to varied international needs.

Indev has successfully delivered over 100 projects in the development sector over the past 10 years, contributing to human development through the application of relevant and innovative technologies. We bring experience of collaboration with prominent organizations such as UNDP, UNICEF, UNIDO, MKCF, ICRISAT, IRRI, ICDS, Save the Children, JSW Steel, JBF, NSDC, and various government and non-governmental bodies. Through strategic partnerships and collaboration, we are dedicated to driving positive change and promoting sustainable development both domestically and internationally through ICT.

Purpose

Under the overall supervision of Director (Strategic Partnerships), the Associate (Resource Mobilization) plays a key role in the provision of end-to-end support for acquiring new resources, including but not limited to expanding partnerships; preparing proposals; supporting academic tie-ups; and building and maintaining a base of knowledge about existing projects and partners at Indev.

The Advisor(Impact and Partnerships) at Indev is committed to providing the Associate with the training, guidance and support necessary to complete the below duties and responsibilities effectively. This will include, but not be limited to, scheduled meetings (weekly) to assess progress, systems training (where required) and guidelines specific to proposals. 

Life at Indev

At Indev, we believe in fostering a work environment that balances impact-driven professionalism with a culture of learning, inclusivity, and personal growth. Our team is united by a shared purpose to create meaningful change through innovative digital solutions. Here’s what makes life at Indev unique:

• Comprehensive Benefits: Beyond the competitive pay scale, we provide Mediclaim coverage, a yearly performance bonus of up to 100%, and a generous leave policy with 24 annual leaves.
• Continuous Learning: We support your growth through a dedicated learning allowance, regular training sessions, and mentorship opportunities, ensuring you’re equipped to take on new challenges with confidence.
• Flat Organizational Structure: Inspired by the collaborative ethos of NGOs, we maintain a flat hierarchy, encouraging open communication and empowering each team member to contribute meaningfully from day one.
• Holistic Professional Development: Your role is designed to provide exposure to multi-lateral agencies, CSR initiatives, NGOs, and government entities, offering a diverse learning curve that sets the stage for long-term career growth.
• Impact-Centric Approach: We are an impact firm first, and an IT firm second. This commitment shapes our work culture and ensures that every project contributes to real-world change.
• Transparent Work Culture: We believe in clarity and fairness in expectations. Our 6-day workweek reflects the commitment required for impactful, high-stakes projects, but we ensure that your contributions are acknowledged and rewarded through comprehensive benefits, bonuses, and a supportive team culture.

Duties and Responsibilities:

Summary

New Partnership Facilitation

• Analyze and enhance existing approaches for identifying and mapping potential partnerships, ensuring comprehensive documentation of the processes.
• Develop and implement a robust tracking system for potential and ongoing partnership opportunities.
• Collaborate with the Director and Advisor to streamline partnership formalization procedures, including drafting and managing MoUs/AoAs.
• Foster symbiotic relationships by working with technology and project teams to define mutually beneficial partnership contours.
• Lead follow-ups with potential partners to ensure timely formalization of partnerships.
• Create targeted communication materials to highlight finalized partnerships and disseminate them across relevant channels.
• Engagement: 15%

Maintaining Existing Partnerships

• Establish and manage a standardized system for mapping, monitoring, and tracking existing partnerships.
• Liaise with project and technical teams to maintain and regularly update a comprehensive database of ongoing partnerships, including progress and outcomes.
• Design and implement procedures for strengthening relationships with existing partners, ensuring alignment with their needs and expectations.
• Create a systematic feedback mechanism to gather testimonials and insights from partners for continuous improvement.
• Ensure seamless communication with partners, fostering trust and long-term collaboration.
• Engagement: 15%

Resource Mobilization

• Design a structured approach for identifying and tracking relevant RFPs, tenders, and funding opportunities, ensuring alignment with Indev’s strategic objectives.
• Work closely with project and technical teams to extract key insights and inputs for developing competitive and impactful proposals.
• Coordinate end-to-end proposal development, from conceptualization and drafting to submission, adhering to donor requirements and deadlines.
• Maintain an updated repository of organizational achievements, case studies, and project learnings to support proposal narratives.
• Strengthen internal systems for resource mobilization by implementing standardized templates and guidelines for RFP responses.
• Engagement: 50%

Other Support Work

• Provide in-situ support to optimize and document systems related to resource mobilization, ensuring efficiency and scalability.
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams to identify process gaps and recommend actionable solutions for enhancing resource mobilization efforts.
• Facilitate periodic training sessions and knowledge-sharing workshops to build internal capacity for effective resource mobilization.
• Monitor and evaluate the effectiveness of resource mobilization systems and recommend improvements based on data-driven insights.
• Engagement: 20%

Institutional Arrangement

The Resource Mobilization Associate will work under the overall supervision of the Director (Strategic Partnerships) and collaborate closely with the Advisor (Impact and Partnerships) for guidance and capacity building.

Required Skills and Experience

Education

• A bachelor’s degree in any discipline is required. Candidates with an undergraduate background in social work, rural development, management, or related fields will have an advantage.
• A postgraduate qualification in fields such as social work, rural development, management, or other relevant areas is highly desirable, though not mandatory.

Experience

• For undergraduate applicants, a minimum of 4 years of relevant work experience in roles involving partnership management, resource mobilization, or strategic communication in the development sector.
• For post graduate applicants, at least 1 year of professional experience in similar roles, demonstrating exposure to proposal development, stakeholder engagement, and strategic initiatives.
• Prior experience working with government agencies, multilateral organizations, CSRs, or NGOs is a strong plus, as is familiarity with writing and responding to RFPs in the development sector.

Skills and Competencies

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