Senior Lead- Public Policy & Corporate Engagement

Location: Delhi (Hybrid)

Organization: Pahlé India Foundation (PIF)

Position Type: Full-time

About Pahlé India Foundation

Pahlé India Foundation (PIF) is a leading public policy think-and-action tank that works at the intersection of research, policy implementation, and partnerships to drive Indias inclusive development agenda. PIF collaborates with government, industry, philanthropy, and knowledge partners to design evidence-based solutions that foster a Viksit Bharat.

Role Overview

Pahle India Foundation (PIF) is looking for two experienced professionals to join us as a Public Policy and Corporate Engagement Lead. This is a senior, field-facing role responsible for managing existing partners with attention and growing PIFs network of corporate and institutional partners. In addition to this you will be responsible for translating partnerships into funded projects. You will have the chance to build deep sectoral expertise on the policy and regulatory issues that shape partnership opportunities. The ideal candidate combines a strong public policy grounding with an instinct for business development, partnerships, and outreach, and is comfortable spending time out in the field engaging with corporate and government stakeholders.

Key Responsibilities

Partnership & Relationship Management

• Manage and deepen relationships with PIFs existing corporate donors, funders, and institutional partners.
• Serve as the primary relationship owner for assigned accounts, ensuring consistent engagement and satisfaction.

Aligned Partnership Acquisition

• Identify and pursue new partnership opportunities aligned with PIFs mission and sectoral priorities.
• Proactively reach out to and build relationships with prospective corporate and institutional partners.

Policy & Regulatory Acumen

• Maintain a strong, current understanding of policy and regulatory developments relevant to assigned sectors.
• Apply policy insight to identify partnership angles, risks, and opportunities for PIF and its partners.

Partnership-to-Project Translation

• Convert partnership relationships into concrete, funded projects — shaping proposals, negotiating scope and terms, and closing agreements.
• Work closely with internal teams to ensure funded projects are well-designed and deliverable.

Sectoral Knowledge Leadership

• Develop deep, sustained expertise in the policy and regulatory landscape of the assigned sector(s).
• Track emerging policy challenges and regulatory shifts, and position PIF as an informed, credible partner.
• Represent PIF at external forums, meetings, and events relevant to the sector.

Qualifications & Experience

• 10–12 years of relevant work experience.
• Educational or professional background in public policy, with demonstrated interest in marketing, business development, or partnerships.

Skills & Attributes

• Strong public policy acumen with the ability to track and interpret regulatory and legal developments.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills; confident engaging with senior corporate and government stakeholders.
• Demonstrated experience in partnership management, business development, or account management.
• Ability to translate relationships and policy insight into structured, funded project outcomes.
• Comfortable with a field-intensive role involving frequent travel and external meetings.
• Self-driven, entrepreneurial, and able to operate with a high degree of independence.

What We Offer

• Exposure to high-level national and international stakeholders.
• A collaborative, mission-driven team environment.
• Competitive compensation aligned with experience.

How to Apply

Interested candidates may send their updated CV along with a brief cover note to [HIDDEN TEXT] with the subject line Application – Associate/Senior Associate- Partnerships. Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted