SikhRI

Location: Worldwide Role Overview The Sikh Research Institute (SikhRI) is seeking a part-time Translator with expertise in Braj/Gurmukhi for a 5 year commitment on translation work. SikhRI connects people with the teachings of Sikhi and strengthens the bonds of the Sikh community around the world by offering courses and seminars in a variety of mediums. Our goal is to make Sikh education accessible to anyone, help more people to understand the principles of Sikhi, and present the Guru Granth Sahib the way it is. The Translator will work closely with researchers and strategic advisors on the Sikh History Project (SHP). SHP aims to make history open-access, to offer synthesis and a Gurmat-based approach to historical analysis for deeper and more nuanced understandings. The translator will produce high-quality translations of historical and theological texts, contributing to a Gurmat-informed narration of Sikh history for a broad non-academic audience. Key Responsibilities Collaboration with Research Team Work with researchers to: Identify texts and excerpts for translation Estimate translation timelines and efforts Incorporate feedback from Subject Matter Experts and Advisors Support the development of Factsheets on Gurus, key figures, and historical events; Analytical papers and articles. Translation of Primary Sources Translate texts from the 1400s to the 1800s from Braj OR Persian into clear, accurate, and accessible English. Work on materials, including but not limited to: Early Sikh literature Court poetry, manuscripts, and historical narratives Ensure translations preserve: Linguistic nuance and poetic structure where relevant Historical and cultural context Gurmat perspective on Sikh history Flag ambiguous or contested passages and collaborate on interpretation Ensure adherence to project-wide translation standards, maintain consistency in terminology across texts and time periods. Qualifications Demonstrated expertise in Braj Strong command of English with the ability to produce clear and readable prose Ability to read Gurmukhi Experience working with historical texts and manuscripts Familiarity with South Asian historical contexts Familiarity with Sikh history

Location: Worldwide Role Overview The Sikh Research Institute (SikhRI) is seeking a part-time Translator with expertise in Persian/Urdu, and working knowledge of Shahmukhi script for a 5 year commitment. SikhRI connects people with the teachings of Sikhi and strengthens the bonds of the Sikh community around the world by offering courses and seminars in a variety of mediums. Our goal is to make Sikh education accessible to anyone, help more people to understand the principles of Sikhi, and present the Guru Granth Sahib the way it is. The Translator will work closely with researchers and strategic advisors on the Sikh History Project (SHP). SHP aims to make history open-access, to offer synthesis and a Gurmat-based approach to historical analysis for deeper and more nuanced understandings. The translator will produce high-quality translations of historical and theological texts, contributing to a Gurmat-informed narration of Sikh history for a broad non-academic audience. Key Responsibilities Collaboration with Research Team Work with researchers to: Identify texts and excerpts for translation Estimate translation timelines and efforts Incorporate feedback from Subject Matter Experts and Advisors Support the development of Factsheets on Gurus, key figures, and historical events; Analytical papers and articles. Translation of Primary Sources Translate texts from the 1400s to the 1800s from Braj OR Persian into clear, accurate, and accessible English. Work on materials, including but not limited to: Early Sikh literature Court poetry, manuscripts, and historical narratives Ensure translations preserve: Linguistic nuance and poetic structure where relevant Historical and cultural context Gurmat perspective on Sikh history Flag ambiguous or contested passages and collaborate on interpretation Ensure adherence to project-wide translation standards, maintain consistency in terminology across texts and time periods. Qualifications Demonstrated expertise in Braj, OR Persian Strong command of English with the ability to produce clear and readable prose Ability to read Gurmukhi Experience working with historical texts and manuscripts Familiarity with South Asian historical contexts Familiarity with Sikh history

Location: Canada; United States Role Overview SikhRI is seeking a hands-on, strategic Fundraising Director to design and personally operate a predictable, diversified fundraising engine. As we move from our 20-year milestone toward a 50-year global journey, this role is critical to scaling our institutional impact and ensuring the long-term sustainability of landmark initiatives such as The Guru Granth Sahib Project. This is a player-coach role in a growing organization. While the Director will set a 3-5 year fundraising strategy and partner closely with the CEO and Board, they will also directly own core executional responsibilities, including donor reporting, CRM management, fundraising collateral, and performance tracking. Key Responsibilities Strategic Leadership: Develop and execute a 3–5 year comprehensive fundraising strategy aligned with SikhRI’s organizational OKRs. Major Gift Cultivation: Personally manage follow-ups, stewardship cadence, and reporting timelines. Identify, steward, and close high-level donations (five- and six-figure "transformational gifts") from high-net-worth individuals, family foundations, and grants. Board & Executive Partnership: Serve as a strategic partner to the CEO and Board of Directors, ensuring leadership is "Due Diligence ready" and actively engaged in donor networking. Project Alignment: Directly link SikhRI’s core programs to the specific philanthropic goals of major donors. Hands-On Fundraising Operations: Maintain and discipline the donor CRM, including data integrity and segmentation. Prepare donor reports, board dashboards, and impact updates. Develop donor collateral, proposals, and briefing materials. Track fundraising performance against targets and KPIs. Team Mentorship: Lead and mentor a small fundraising function, personally executing core responsibilities while laying the groundwork for future team growth. Qualifications Experience: 10+ years of proven success in senior-level non-profit fundraising or executive management. Degrees and Certifications: Bachelor's degree required, degree in non-profit management a plus, and must be CFRE (Certified Fund Raising Executive). Track Record: Demonstrated ability to secure major gifts ($100K+) and build long-term donor loyalty. Travel: Must be willing to travel extensively (up to 20% of the time) across North America for donor meetings and fundraising events; a trip to the UK and Australia as well Mission Alignment: Deeply vested in Sikh teachings and the mission to provide Guru-inspired educational resources. Skills: Exceptional oral and written communication in English; fluency in Panjabi is a significant asset. Systems Thinking: Ability to master complex relationships and establish the processes required for a mid-size global institution. Builder Mindset: Demonstrated experience thriving in lean, growth-stage organizations where senior leaders are expected to both set strategy and personally execute. Why Join SikhRI? You will be joining an organization poised for its next stage of growth, aiming to reach 30 million Sikhs and global audiences seeking Gurmat-based perspectives. This role offers the opportunity to shape the financial future of a globally recognized non-profit that is redefining Sikh education for the 21st century. Salary: $82,800 – $119,170 / year