Deepanjan Routh
Summary
Accomplished fundraising and donor relations specialist with extensive experience in managing international donors. Skilled in acquiring donors, creating compelling narratives, and establishing strategic partnerships. Proven track record of securing contributions from high-net-worth individuals leading to significant revenue growth and enhanced donor engagement through impactful fundraising events. Recognized for developing effective fundraising strategies and cultivating long-term relationships that consistently deliver sustainable outcomes.
Overview
13
13
years of professional experience
Work History
Senior Program Manager - Donor Management
CEGIS
07.2024 - Current
- International Donor Management : Managed relationships with major global donors, including the Gates Foundation, Michael & Susan Dell Foundation, and Veddis Foundation, ensuring alignment with donor expectations and strategic objectives.
- Fund Implementation Oversight : Collaborated closely with domain experts to monitor and track fund deployment, providing accurate monthly and quarterly updates to donors on project progress and impact.
- Stakeholder Relations : Built and maintained strategic relationships with external stakeholders from donor organizations, fostering ongoing engagement and trust.
- Donor Narrative Development : Crafted compelling narratives that conveyed the organization's complex, systems-focused work in government capacity building, effectively articulating the value of state government partnerships and systemic impact.
- Fundraising Strategy Input : Contributed to the organization's two-year fundraising strategy, drawing on insights into donor engagement and sectoral trends to guide future efforts.
- Domestic Donor Acquisition : Designed a targeted acquisition strategy aimed at securing support from HNIs, UHNIs, family foundations, and impact investors, broadening the organization's domestic funding base.
Lead - Institutional Partnerships and Fundraising
OLA Mobility Institute, OLA
06.2023 - 07.2024
- Initiated Institutional Partnerships : Spearheaded the establishment of industry and multilateral alliances for OLA's Policy Research and Social Innovation arm, OMI Foundation.
- Donor Mapping : Developed a database of 500+ prospective donors within the mobility sector, initiating contacts to lay the groundwork for strategic, impact-focused partnerships.
- Strategic Partnership Development : Secured partnerships with key multilateral organizations, including Shell Foundation, MBRDI, Villgro Foundation, IIT Madras, KfW, FES-India, GIZ-India, and Toyota Research Foundation, expanding OMI's influence across India's mobility and innovation landscape.
- Collaboration Oversight : Managed coordination with existing partners to ensure seamless collaboration and maximize partnership impact.
- Business Development : Identified and pursued new avenues for partnerships and funding, encompassing grants, sponsorships, and corporate alliances.
- Legal and Financial Compliance : Maintained rigorous adherence to ethical, transparent, and financially sound policies and procedures across partnerships.
Manager - Fundraising
WWF-India
12.2017 - 03.2023
- Earned three promotions , demonstrating a track record of excellence and leadership.
- Drove a 100% increase in overall fundraising revenue throughout tenure.
- Collaborated extensively with Philanthropy Giving and Corporate Alliances to optimize fundraising channels.
- Secured High Net Worth Individuals (HNIs) as donors, successfully diversifying the donor base by leveraging Board Members, senior leadership networks, and Airport Acquisition Campaigns.
- Organized annual donor events and gala dinners, fostering engagement and strengthening donor relationships.
- Mentored and developed fundraisers across a global network, enhancing team capabilities and expertise .
Media Marketing Manager
Hindustan Times
04.2016 - 07.2016
- Created sales strategies to promote advertising offerings and motivate larger deals.
- Supported senior leadership by continuously identifying opportunities for new marketing campaigns.
- Crafted marketing plans based upon extensive research and prospects targeting.
- Increased brand awareness through creation of innovative print productions for major publications.
Senior Account Manager
Commonfloor
05.2015 - 03.2016
- Conducted thorough client consultations to better understand individual needs and recommend appropriate products
- Ensured business and sales growth by proactively cold calling, emailing and visiting leads
- Resolved problems with accounting, billing, and service delivery to maintain and enhance client satisfaction focusing on Online Listings and website space sales
Assistant Manager - Fundraising
Appco Group India
05.2011 - 04.2015
- Joined as a Management Trainee and promoted multiple times to become Assistant Manager within four years.
- Gained foundational skills in fundraising processes, including donor acquisition, territory mapping, and campaign strategy.
- Led successful fundraising campaigns across 12 cities in India , acquiring key donors for prominent nonprofits such as HelpAge India, SOS Children's Villages, CRY, and Save The Children.
- Learned advanced fundraising techniques from professionals across 10 countries, enriching a global perspective on donor engagement.
- Recognized with multiple awards for outstanding fundraising performance in the northern region.
- Trained over 100 fundraising aspirants , enhancing ground-level skills through systems-driven tools and hands-on guidance.
Education
B.Com (H) - Business & Commerce
University of Delhi
Skills
- Donor Relations and Engagement
- Grant Writing and Proposal Development
- Networking and Partnership Building
- Storytelling and Donor Narrative Development
- Data Analysis and Donor Research
- Communication and Persuasion
- Event Planning and Management
- Compliance and Ethical Standards
Accomplishments
- Best Fundraising Manager - FY 2021-22 (WWF-India)
- Best City Head - FY 2018-2019 (WWF-India)
- Best Team Leader - FY 2017-18 (WWF-India)
- Best Fundraising Performer - Annual Championship 2017-18 (WWF-India)
- Best Northern Region Sales Performer - 2012, 2013, 2014 (Appco Group India)
- Rising Star - 2014 (Appco group India)
Timeline
Senior Program Manager - Donor Management
CEGIS
07.2024 - Current
Lead - Institutional Partnerships and Fundraising
OLA Mobility Institute, OLA
06.2023 - 07.2024
Manager - Fundraising
WWF-India
12.2017 - 03.2023
Media Marketing Manager
Hindustan Times
04.2016 - 07.2016
Senior Account Manager
Commonfloor
05.2015 - 03.2016
Assistant Manager - Fundraising
Appco Group India
05.2011 - 04.2015
B.Com (H) - Business & Commerce
University of Delhi
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