About NLSIU
Established in 1987, the National Law School of India University (NLSIU) has been a trailblazer in legal education and research in India. Recognized for its consistent academic excellence, NLSIU has been ranked First among Law Universities under the National Institutional Ranking Framework (NIRF) for the past seven years.
Role: Development Officer
A. Qualifications
Essential:
Desirable:
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Postgraduate Degree/Diploma in Public Relations, Communications, Development, Social Sciences, or a related field.
B. Experience and Skills
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Minimum 8 years of professional experience, including at least 4 years in fundraising, programme development, philanthropic initiatives, or similar roles.
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Proven ability to engage and manage diverse internal and external stakeholders.
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Excellent communication, research, networking, and drafting skills.
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Strong presentation skills, with expertise in MS PowerPoint; working knowledge of Canva is an asset.
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Proficiency in budget management, IT tools, and Microsoft Office.
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Ability to work independently and collaboratively in a dynamic environment.
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Knowledge of Kannada is an added advantage.
C. Role and Responsibilities
The Development Officer will report to the Director of Communications and External Relations and will be responsible for:
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Designing and implementing strategic fundraising plans.
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Building and managing relationships with donors, grantees, alumni, the public, and internal stakeholders.
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Creating processes for programme development and grant management across university projects.
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Identifying donor pools, crafting outreach strategies, and securing financial support.
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Drafting and negotiating funding proposals in coordination with academic and legal teams.
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Managing stakeholder relationships and donor lifecycles, including contracts and reporting.
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Preparing budgets, maintaining reports for funders, and supporting fundraising communications and campaigns.
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Assisting with press releases in collaboration with the communications team.
D. Tenure
The appointment is on a permanent basis, subject to successful completion of a two-year probation. Retirement age is 60 years.
Selection Process
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Part 1: Shortlisting of candidates based on applications (1:5 ratio per vacancy).
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Part 2: Interview stage, with candidates assessed out of 50 marks by the Interview Selection Panel.
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Additional interview rounds and independent background checks may be conducted.
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References may be sought from individuals not listed by the applicant.
How to Apply
Applicants must complete the online Application Form linked at the end of the original post. Required documents (educational qualifications, age proof, experience certificates, etc.) must be uploaded as part of the application.
Deadline
The last date to apply is May 26, 2025 (5 PM IST).
Click here to apply- https://docs.google.com/forms/d/1JyltiYtMw6G_TykjnA1DbaknokIE7tmkinjTtoTehrY/viewform?edit_requested=true