About the job
About Proximity Foundation
Proximity Foundation is dedicated to empowering young individuals aged 14-18 through structured coding education programs at Community Care Institutions (CCIs). Our innovative curriculum, delivered via a computer-based LMS, covers essential skills in HTML, CSS, JavaScript, and SQL. We connect students with volunteer mentors in cohort-based sessions that foster real technical abilities and lasting self-confidence.
As we expand from our inaugural cohort to multiple cohorts across Mumbai, we are building a dynamic operational team to support this mission. Each role at Proximity Foundation represents a meaningful contribution to the lives of the young people we serve.
Role Type: Volunteer
Time Commitment: 2-3 hours/week
Department: Partnerships & Growth
Reports to: Partnerships & Engagement Lead
ROLE FOCUS
As a Market Research Volunteer, you will conduct research to identify and profile donor organizations, CSR funds, and institutional partners whose missions align with Proximity Foundation's objectives. Your insights will directly influence outreach strategies employed by the Partnerships Lead.
KEY RESPONSIBILITIES
- Research and identify potential donor and CSR partner organizations
- Profile target organizations focusing on mission alignment, funding priorities, and grant cycles
- Maintain and regularly update a prioritized list of partnership targets
- Monitor funding landscapes and CSR trends pertinent to Proximity Foundation
- Summarize research findings into briefing notes for the Partnerships Lead
- Assist in the preparation of partnership proposals and outreach materials
WHAT A TYPICAL WEEK LOOKS LIKE
Your week will involve researching organizations, developing profiles in a shared tracker, and crafting concise briefing notes. The role is primarily desk-based and asynchronous, making it ideal for someone with strong attention to detail.
WHY THIS ROLE MATTERS
Your research quality directly impacts the opportunities available to the Partnerships Lead, effectively shaping the growth strategy of Proximity Foundation.
HOW TO APPLY
If you are interested in this role, please send a brief note (no formal CV needed) to: Bhoomi.k@proximity.foundation
Share a bit about yourself, explain why this role interests you, and outline any relevant experience. We welcome applicants from various backgrounds; your enthusiasm and reliability are what matter most.

