Senior Officer, Philanthropic Partnerships – India

Job Posting Organization:
The organization is the largest nonprofit dedicated to combating poverty, disease, and inequity globally. Founded on the principle that all individuals, regardless of their identity or circumstances, deserve the opportunity to lead healthy and productive lives, the foundation emphasizes diversity among its employees to reflect the populations it serves. The organization offers a comprehensive benefits package, including medical, dental, and vision coverage without premiums, generous paid time off, paid family leave, retirement contributions, regional holidays, and opportunities for employees to engage in various community initiatives. The foundation is committed to fostering an environment that supports both personal and professional growth for its employees.

Job Overview:
The Senior Officer, Philanthropic Partnerships – India will play a crucial role in the development, execution, and management of strategic philanthropic partnerships throughout India. This position requires a combination of hands-on partnership execution, external partner engagement, and internal coordination, working closely with senior partnership leads and program teams. The officer will manage a portfolio of grants aligned with these partnerships, focusing on supporting philanthropists, CSR leaders, and domestic foundations in navigating opportunities for meaningful engagement in global health and development. The role aims to build long-term relationships that advance shared goals and deepen partners' engagement, contributing to the creation of informed champions who not only provide resources but also inspire others to join in accelerating impact at scale. The position is based in the New Delhi office and reports to the director" style="border-bottom: 1px dotted #007bff !important;">Deputy Director of Policy, Communications, and Partnerships within the Gates Foundation India office.

Duties and Responsibilities:
The duties and responsibilities of the Senior Officer include leading the cultivation, structuring, and stewardship of partnerships with India-based philanthropists, corporate and private foundations, CSR leaders, and peer institutions. The officer will participate in partner meetings, learning engagements, site visits, and convenings, ensuring follow-through and continuity in relationships. They will prepare high-quality briefs, background notes, partnership concepts, and engagement materials to support partner interactions. Additionally, the officer will support the design and operationalization of collaborative platforms, pooled initiatives, and partnership vehicles aligned with the foundation's priorities. They will manage a select portfolio of partnership-related grants, including drafting proposals, conducting progress reviews, tracking budgets, and assessing results. The officer will also contribute to strengthening India's philanthropic ecosystem through landscape analyses and support convenings and knowledge products that promote effective philanthropic practices. Internal alignment and coordination with India Country Office teams, regional strategy leads, and global program teams are essential to ensure that partnership opportunities align with program priorities. The officer will monitor trends in Indian philanthropy, CSR, and social impact to inform engagement approaches and partnership strategies, providing clear updates for internal stakeholders on progress, risks, and emerging opportunities.

Required Qualifications:
Candidates must possess a Master's degree or equivalent experience in public policy, business, development, finance, or a related field. Approximately 10+ years of relevant experience in philanthropy, partnerships, strategy, development, consulting, or adjacent fields is required. Experience working with Indian philanthropists, CSR leaders, foundations, intermediaries, or social impact organizations is essential, along with a strong understanding of global health and/or development issues. The ability to engage multiple stakeholders across sectors in India is also necessary. Preferred skills include strong relationship-management and partnership-execution abilities, a successful track record of translating complex challenges into effective multi-partner/funder partnerships, and excellent written and verbal communication skills. Candidates should be comfortable operating in fast-paced, ambiguous environments with multiple stakeholders and possess a strong contextual understanding of India’s philanthropic and CSR landscape. A willingness to travel up to approximately 30% within India is also required.

Educational Background:
The educational background required for this position includes a Master's degree or equivalent experience in relevant fields such as public policy, business, development, finance, or related disciplines. This educational foundation is critical for understanding the complexities of philanthropic partnerships and the broader context of global health and development issues.

Experience:
The position requires approximately 10+ years of relevant experience in fields such as philanthropy, partnerships, strategy, development, consulting, or adjacent areas. Candidates should have a proven track record of working with various stakeholders, including Indian philanthropists, CSR leaders, foundations, intermediaries, or social impact organizations, and should demonstrate an understanding of global health and development issues.

Languages:
While the job description does not specify mandatory languages, proficiency in English is likely essential given the international nature of the organization and its partnerships. Knowledge of local languages may be beneficial for engaging with diverse stakeholders across India, enhancing communication and relationship-building efforts.

Additional Notes:
The position is based in New Delhi and is likely a full-time role. The organization emphasizes its commitment to diversity, equity, and inclusion in its hiring practices, ensuring that all applicants and employees are treated fairly without regard to race, color, age, religion, pregnancy, sex, sexual orientation, disability, gender identity, gender expression, national origin, genetic information, veteran status, marital status, or prior protected activity. The hiring process includes a standard background check, and accommodations are available for candidates with disabilities or medical conditions during the application and interview process.