Manager – Alumni Donor Relations

Indian Institute of Technology Bombay Development and Relations Foundation (IITB DRF); Mumbai; On-site; INR 900,000 - 1,300,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Market-Competitive compensation

Meaningful initiatives

Job summary

IIT Bombay Development and Relations Foundation (IITB DRF) in Mumbai is seeking a fundraising professional to strengthen relationships with alumni, corporations and philanthropists to advance IIT Bombay's mission.

The role focuses on planning annual giving campaigns, donor engagement, data-driven marketing, and reporting, with opportunities to contribute to meaningful university initiatives.

Qualifications

• 5–8 years’ experience in building and growing donor relationships.
• Excellent communication and relationship-building skills.
• Experience in philanthropy or fundraising is a plus.

Responsibilities

• Develop and implement annual giving strategies to meet fundraising goals.
• Plan and coordinate campaigns targeting diverse donor groups.
• Manage email and digital marketing campaigns for engagement and lead generation.
• Use data and insights to tailor campaigns and boost donor participation.
• Build strong relationships with alumni and stakeholders to enhance engagement.
• Create personalized communication plans to inspire donors.
• Monitor performance and prepare detailed reports on campaigns.
• Apply past campaign insights to drive continuous donor growth.
• Stay updated with industry trends to introduce innovative giving ideas.

Skills

Relationship building

Communication

Fundraising

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.

Job Purpose:

Work closely with the team to develop and execute strategies to secure one-time and recurring donations from alumni. This role focuses on planning and managing annual giving campaigns, engaging donors, and fostering a culture of philanthropy within the university community.

Key Responsibilities:

• Develop and implement effective strategies for annual giving programs to achieve fundraising goals.
• Plan and coordinate annual giving campaigns targeting diverse donor groups, ensuring timely and successful execution.
• Plan, execute, and monitor email marketing and digital marketing campaigns to ensure effective audience engagement and lead generation.
• Utilize data and insights to tailor campaigns and maximize donor participation.
• Build strong relationships with alumni and collaborate with respective stakeholders and teams to enhance donor engagement and experience.
• Create personalized communication plans to inspire and retain donors.
• Monitor campaign performance, analyze key metrics, and prepare detailed reports.
• Use insights from past campaigns to improve strategies and ensure continuous growth in donor engagement and contributions.
• Stay updated with industry trends, tools, and best practices to introduce innovative ideas into regular giving programs.

Desired Experience/ competencies:

• 5 to 8 years’ experience in building and growing relationships for growth/ development
• Excellent communication & relationship building skills
• Association with philanthropy and fund raising is a plus

What we Offer:

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