Job Description
Corporate Social Responsibility (CSR) Manager
Department - Corporate Affairs / Business Development
Reports To - Managing Director / Chief Executive Officer
Job Location - Bengaluru / Mysuru (Travel as required)
Job Summary
The CSR Manager will be responsible for developing, implementing, and managing the organization's Corporate Social Responsibility (CSR) initiatives. The role focuses on building strategic partnerships with corporates, educational institutions, NGOs, government bodies, and other stakeholders to drive impactful CSR projects aligned with the Company's mission and applicable CSR regulations.
The incumbent will identify funding opportunities, prepare project proposals, oversee project execution, measure social impact, and ensure compliance with statutory CSR requirements.
Key Responsibilities
CSR Strategy & Planning
- Develop and implement the Company's CSR strategy aligned with business objectives.
- Identify CSR opportunities in education, digital transformation, AI & ML, skill development, sustainability, and community development.
- Prepare annual CSR plans, budgets, and implementation roadmaps.
Corporate Partnerships
- Build relationships with corporate CSR teams and foundations.
- Identify and engage potential CSR funding partners.
- Prepare proposals, presentations, and concept notes for CSR projects.
- Coordinate meetings and negotiations with prospective partners.
Government & Institutional Engagement
- Liaise with government departments, educational institutions, NGOs, and implementation partners.
- Identify opportunities under central and state government initiatives.
- Develop long-term institutional partnerships.
Project Management
- Lead end-to-end execution of CSR initiatives.
- Coordinate with internal teams and external stakeholders.
- Monitor project timelines, budgets, deliverables, and outcomes.
- Ensure quality implementation and timely reporting.
Grant & Proposal Management
- Identify CSR grants and funding opportunities.
- Prepare compelling proposals and budgets.
- Maintain documentation for due diligence and approvals.
- Track proposal status and follow up with stakeholders.
Monitoring & Impact Assessment
- Define project KPIs and success metrics.
- Measure project outcomes and prepare impact assessment reports.
- Present periodic reports to management and CSR partners.
Compliance & Governance
- Ensure compliance with the Companies Act, 2013 and applicable CSR rules.
- Maintain documentation, agreements, and statutory records.
- Support internal and external audits related to CSR activities.
- Communication & Branding
- Showcase CSR initiatives through reports, social media, newsletters, and the Company website.
- Coordinate CSR events, workshops, and community outreach programs.
- Develop case studies and success stories.
Qualifications
- Bachelor's degree in Management, Social Work, Public Policy, Development Studies, Business Administration, or a related field.
- Master's degree (MBA/MSW) is preferred.
Experience
- 5–8 years of experience in CSR, NGO management, sustainability, corporate partnerships, or project management.
- Experience in education, skilling, technology, or social impact projects is preferred.
- Familiarity with CSR regulations and grant management is an advantage.
Required Skills
- Strong stakeholder management and relationship-building skills.
- Excellent communication, presentation, and proposal-writing abilities.
- Project planning and execution.
- Budgeting and financial management.
- Analytical and reporting skills.
- Negotiation and networking.
- Ability to work independently and manage multiple projects.
Key Performance Indicators (KPIs)
- Number of CSR partnerships established.
- Value of CSR funding secured.
- Number of projects successfully implemented.
- Project completion within budget and timelines.
- Beneficiary reach and measurable social impact.
- Stakeholder satisfaction.
- Compliance with CSR regulations.
- Timely submission of reports and documentation.
- Preferred Industry Exposure
- Education Technology (EdTech)
- Skill Development
- Artificial Intelligence & Machine Learning
- Digital Education
- Government Projects
- NGO and Foundation Partnerships
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