AM/DM/Manager – Alumni Donor Relations(Research)

Indian Institute of Technology Bombay Development and Relations Foundation (IITB DRF); Mumbai; On-site; INR 1,200,000 - 1,800,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Market-competitive compensation

Impactful initiatives

Job summary

Indian Institute of Technology Bombay Development and Relations Foundation (IITB DRF) seeks a skilled donor relations researcher to support alumni fundraising and corporate partnerships. You will profile donors, prepare briefing notes, and analyze engagement trends to guide outreach strategies.

The role involves CRM data stewardship and collaboration with the Alumni Donor Relations team. The position offers opportunities to contribute to impactful initiatives and work within IIT Bombay’s vibrant

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in a relevant field or related discipline.
• 2–7 years of experience in research, fundraising, alumni relations, or a similar role.
• Strong research, analytical, and data management skills.
• Proficiency in Excel, online research tools, and database management.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.

Responsibilities

• Conduct research on prospective donors, alumni, philanthropists, corporate leaders, and other stakeholders to identify and qualify fundraising opportunities.
• Prepare donor profiles, briefing notes, and research reports to support leadership engagement, donor cultivation, and fundraising initiatives.
• Monitor and analyze donor engagement, philanthropic interests, professional achievements, and other relevant developments to inform outreach strategies.
• Manage donor and prospect information within the CRM system, ensuring data accuracy and timely updates.
• Support fundraising campaigns and outreach planning through research-driven insights and recommendations.
• Conduct sectoral, geographic, and market research to identify opportunities and partnerships.
• Generate reports, dashboards, and analytical insights to support decision-making and fundraising strategy.

Skills

Research

Fundraising

Alumni relations

Data analysis

Excel

Communication

Education

Bachelor's degree

Tools

CRM software

Job description

Help in advancement of IIT Bombay's mission by fostering strong relationships with its alumni, corporations and philanthropists.

Abouts Us:

The Indian Institute of Technology Bombay, set up in 1958 as the second IIT, is recognised worldwide as a leader in the field of science and engineering education and research. The Institute was granted the status of 'Institution of Eminence' by the Ministry of Education (the then Ministry of Human Resources Development) on July 9, 2018. IIT Bombay is reputed for the quality of its faculty, cutting-edge research, industry relations, and the outstanding caliber of students graduating from its undergraduate and postgraduate programmes. The Institute has 17 academic departments, 64 other academic entities (Centres/ Programmes/ Academic facilities/ Hubs/ Externally funded centres and Labs), and three schools. Over the last six decades, more than 75,000 engineers and scientists have graduated from the Institute. It is served by 756 faculty members, with 121 women faculty, and about 150 visiting and part-time faculty, considered not only amongst the best within the country but also highly recognised in the world for achievements in the field of education and research. On June 19, 2025, IIT Bombay was ranked 2nd in India and 129th in the world in the Quacquarelli Symonds (QS) World University Rankings for 2026.

The Development and Relations Foundation (DRF), established as a Section 8 not-for-profit entity under the Dean Alumni & Corporate Relations (ACR) office, serves as a strategic arm dedicated to advancing IIT Bombay’s vision of global leadership. DRF plays a pivotal role in fostering meaningful, long‑term partnerships with alumni, corporations, and philanthropic foundations — transforming goodwill into sustained philanthropic support It empowers the Dean ACR’s mission by driving fundraising initiatives, stewarding donor relationships, and ensuring transparency in managing philanthropic contributions. From personalized donor engagement to overseeing financial accountability and impact reporting, DRF ensures that every philanthropic effort translates into lasting progress for the Institute’s academic, research, and infrastructure growth.

Job Purpose:

Support the Alumni Donor Relations team by identifying and researching prospective donors, developing donor profiles, and providing insights that support fundraising and donor engagement initiatives. The role requires strong analytical and research skills, attention to detail, and the ability to synthesize information from multiple sources into actionable insights.

Key Responsibilities:

• Conduct research on prospective donors, alumni, philanthropists, corporate leaders, and other stakeholders to identify and qualify fundraising opportunities.
• Prepare donor profiles, briefing notes, and research reports to support leadership engagement, donor cultivation, and fundraising initiatives.
• Monitor and analyze donor engagement, philanthropic interests, professional achievements, and other relevant developments to inform outreach strategies.
• Manage and maintain donor and prospect information within the CRM system, ensuring data accuracy, timely updates, and effective pipeline tracking.
• Support fundraising campaigns, stakeholder engagement activities, and outreach planning through research-driven insights and recommendations.
• Conduct sectoral, geographic, and market research to identify emerging opportunities, trends, and potential strategic partnerships.
• Generate reports, dashboards, and analytical insights to support decision-making, prospect management, and fundraising strategy.

Qualifications & Experience

• Bachelor's degree in Research, Business, Economics, Social Sciences, Communications, or a related field.
• 2–7 years of experience in research, fundraising, consulting, market intelligence, alumni relations, or a similar role.
• Strong research, analytical, and data management skills.
• Proficiency in Excel, online research tools, and database management.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.

What we Offer:

• Compensation in line with market trends; commensurate with professional experience & expertise
• Opportunities to contribute to meaningful and impactful initiatives