Manager Batch Fundraising

Company Overview

IIT Kanpur Development Foundation (IITK DF) is a Section 8, not-for-profit, company established by IIT Kanpur to engage with external stakeholders like Alumni, Corporates, Foundations, and Philanthropists in India and across the globe, and to raise funds to meet its long-term growth aspirations. Such offices are called ‘development offices’ in universities of global repute and usually have a staffing of 1 for every 1,000 alumni.

Position: Manager, Batch Fundraising

Location: IIT Kanpur Development Foundation (IITK DF), Noida

Reporting to: Vice President – Development

Responsibilities and Expectations

The Batch fundraising manager will be responsible for overseeing and executing all aspects of fundraising campaigns for all batches of alumni from the IIT Kanpur. He/She will work closely to design and implement fundraising strategies that increase donor participation, retention, and giving levels.

 Develop and implement fundraising plans for all batches of alumni of IIT Kanpur.

 Manage and oversee all aspects of fundraising campaigns, including direct mails, online giving, social media and events.

 Build and maintain relationships with alumni, volunteers, and other key stakeholders to cultivate a culture of giving.

 Work with the team to set fundraising goals and develop strategies to achieve them.

 Analyse fundraising results and adjust strategies as needed to ensure success.

 Develop and maintain a database of alumni donors, ensuring accurate and up-to-date records of all interactions.

 Collaborate with the communications team to create compelling fundraising materials, including appeals, newsletter, and social media content.

 Manage volunteer committees and coordinate their efforts to support fundraising initiatives.

 Participate in donor cultivation and stewardship activities, including events, meetings and personalised outreach.

Desired Profile

- Post-graduate in marketing, communications, non-profit management, or related field.

- At least 6-8 years of experience in non-profit fundraising, with a proven track record of

success in managing fundraising campaigns and meeting or exceeding fundraising goals.

- Strong analytical skills, with the ability to analyse data and make data-driven decisions.

- Familiarity with fundraising software and databases.

Mail your CV at pragya/swarnima@iitkdf.org