Program Manager - Fundraising
About WeLive Foundation
Children living in childcare institutions/orphanages (CCIs) are forced to leave the only homes they have known when they turn 18. They may not have the support of a family when they step out into the world. WeLive Foundation was formed to address the needs of young adults, who leave childcare institutions at the age of 18. Our purpose is to support them to transition to independent and autonomous living.
WeLive Foundation offers a 1 – 3 year Bridge Program, which is a full time residential program for care leavers that provides a place to stay, acts as a social security net, allows for an investment in their aspirational future, and builds their resilience and self-reliance. WeLive Foundation currently has 2 centres in Bengaluru with more than 60 young people as part of the program.
In the non-residential program, WeLive Foundation works with youth in institutions who are in 15-18 years and provides online modules and offline visits to support them during transition at 18 years.
Role Overview
- Reporting to the CEO, the Program Manager – Fundraising role combines 60% Fundraising and 40% Program Management.
- The Program Manager will lead WeLive Foundation’s fundraising efforts—including lead generation, proposal writing, donor coordination, lead tracking, and closure — while also supporting the effective implementation of the program component.
Key Responsibilities
Fundraising (60%)
- Generate new CSR and donor leads through outreach, networking, and research
- Develop proposals, pitches, donor decks, case studies, and impact notes
- Maintain donor pipeline, track leads, coordinate follow-ups, and ensure timely communication
- Support partnership negotiation, documentation, closure, and long-term donor engagement
- Manage donor reporting (programmatic & financial)
Program Management (40%)
- Support planning and execution of residential and non-residential Bridge Programs
- Coordinate with mentors, counsellors, and facilitators to ensure quality delivery
- Engage with youth, CCIs, and partner organizations for smooth program rollout
- Assist with team reviews, training, and field-level problem solving
Qualification
- Graduate/Postgraduate in Social Work, Development, Business, or related fields
- 4–6 years of experience in fundraising, CSR partnerships, and program management
- Strong writing, communication, and relationship-building skills
- Experience with youth-focused programs preferred
Skills Required
- Fundraising & proposal writing (core)
- Donor management & lead tracking
- Excellent communication & relationship-building
- Program coordination & reporting
- Ability to design and deliver programs
- Capacity to engage with youth from vulnerable backgrounds as per program directions
- Data handling and analytical skills
Work Environment
- Reporting to: CEO
- Location: Bengaluru
- Work Days: 6 days/week (5 office + 1 WFH)