01 Aug
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Recognized
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Mumbai
Job Description
The AVP – Donor Relations & Outreach (Mid -Segment) will play a strategic role in shaping Client's fundraising vision by building strong, long -term relationships with mid -segment donors. This leader will design donor engagement strategies, cultivate meaningful partnerships, and collaborate closely with key internal stakeholders. The role requires a thoughtful, persuasive, relationship -driven qualified who can unlock donor potential and contribute to Client's long -term institutional goals.
Key Responsibilities
Fundraising Strategy & Execution
- Conceptualize and implement a comprehensive fundraising strategy focused on mid -segment donors.
- Build strong, personalized, and long -term relationships that align donor interests with IIT Bombay’s priorities.
- Lead donor -centric initiatives that highlight IITB’s leadership in science, technology, innovation, and societal impact.
Donor Engagement & Relationship Management
- Identify, cultivate, and personally engage with prospective and existing donors, including family offices and mid -segment philanthropists.
- Understand donor motivations, passions, and concerns to co -create meaningful giving opportunities.
- Represent IIT Bombay’s strengths, ongoing research, and strategic initiatives to inspire high -value engagement.
Strategic Collaboration & Opportunity Development
- Work closely with academic and administrative stakeholders to understand institutional priorities and emerging research areas.
- Co -develop new avenues for philanthropic support based on data, trends, and high -potential opportunities.
- Partner with internal verticals to ensure seamless execution of fundraising programs.
Performance & Leadership
- Lead and strengthen the fundraising team to achieve ambitious annual targets.
- Monitor donor pipelines, analyze trends, and use insights to refine strategies.
- Maintain disciplined documentation, reporting, and communication to support transparency and growth.
Education & Experience
- Excellent academic background; preference for a degree in science, engineering, technology, management, or related fields.
- 15+ years of experience in high -value relationship -driven roles—preferably in:
- Product/Services sales to UHNI or Mid -Segment clients,
- Family office relationship management, or
- Nonprofit/education sector fundraising.
Skills & Competencies
- Proven ability to build trust -based, high -stakes relationships.
- Strong stakeholder management across complex internal and external environments.
- Strategic thinker with the ability to link donor interests to institutional needs.
- Highly effective communicator with strong storytelling and influencing skills.
Prior exposure to philanthropy, CSR, or fundraising is a strong advantage
Interested candidates, Please respond with your updated resume and contact information to