Overview
Lead – Strategic Giving Jobs in Seattle, USA at ImpactAlpha Inc.
Upaya Social Ventures is a US-based 501(c)(3) nonprofit organization dedicated to eradicating extreme poverty through the creation of dignified, sustainable jobs in India. By investing in and nurturing early-stage social enterprises, Upaya focuses on generating full-time employment for people living on less than $3 a day. The organization partners with enterprises in diverse sectors including agriculture, waste management, manufacturing, and services, particularly in rural and peri-urban areas of India.
Over more than a decade, Upaya has built a strong reputation for achieving significant social impact by providing critical capital, capacity building, and strategic connections to these businesses. With its headquarters in Seattle, Washington, and operations in Bangalore, India, Upaya continues to expand its philanthropic base while scaling its programmatic efforts to reach more marginalized communities across India.
About this Role
The Lead – Strategic Giving at Upaya Social Ventures will play a pivotal role in driving the organization’s mission forward by cultivating and securing philanthropic investments from individual donors. Reporting directly to the Co-CEO, this role involves developing and executing strategies to identify, cultivate, and steward relationships with donors who have the capability to make significant financial contributions. A strategic, relationship-driven professional is required to engage a diverse group of stakeholders across the US, effectively translating Upaya’s programmatic priorities in India into compelling funding opportunities.
The Lead will also be responsible for fostering strong, collaborative relationships across the Development team, keeping colleagues informed of donor interactions, opportunities, and potential concerns. This position offers a unique opportunity to contribute meaningfully to Upaya’s fundraising goals and requires a professional who is adept at articulating the organizational vision, interpreting program budgets, and crafting persuasive funding proposals.
Responsibilities
- Develop and implement strategies to expand a portfolio of major individual donors giving $10,000 – $25,000, focusing on the US market.
- Advance towards annual revenue and outreach goals to achieve a minimum personal fundraising target of $400K–$500K annually.
- Identify and qualify new prospects through various channels.
- Conduct in-person and virtual donor meetings to align goals with Upaya’s mission.
- Prepare tailored proposals, presentations, and impact reports.
- Provide project management support to the Co-CEO, tracking donor activities in Salesforce.
- Identify opportunities to build Upaya’s brand among high-net-worth individuals.
- Plan and implement independent donor engagement events.
Requirements
- 8–14 years of experience in fundraising, business development, or client relationship management.
- Proven track record in securing and managing major gifts from individual or corporate partners.
- Strong interpersonal and communication skills.
- Experience in developing tailored funding proposals and managing donor relationships.
- Proficiency in CRM systems (Salesforce) and MS Office Suite.
- Passion for global poverty reduction and alignment with Upaya’s mission.
- Comfort working across time zones with teams in India.
Benefits
- Generous paid time off, including vacation, sick leave, and holidays
- Flexible work arrangements, including remote options
- Professional development support, including funding for conferences and courses
- Opportunities to travel to India to engage directly with Upaya’s partner enterprises and worker communities
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Title: Lead – Strategic Giving
Company: ImpactAlpha Inc.
Location: Seattle, USA
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