Assistant Manager/Deputy Manager - Fundraising

Job Opening: Assistant Manager/Deputy Manager Fundraising

Location: University Campus, Bavdhan, Pune, Maharashtra 411021

Nature and Days of Work: Full-time, On-site (Monday to Friday; flexibility required for events, campaigns, and travel)

About Nayanta University:

Nayanta University in Pune is an emerging multidisciplinary institution committed to academic excellence, real-world learning, and inclusive practices. Supported by leaders from industry and academia, the University aims to build a strong, mission-driven brand rooted in innovation, transparency, and equity. With a culture dedicated to diversity, inclusion, and merit-based admissions, Nayanta is building a future-ready learning ecosystem for the leaders of tomorrow.

Why Join Us:

• Strategic Branding Impact: Play a pivotal role in building the founding marketing strategy of a new-age university.
• Creative Ownership: Lead the development of digital presence, brand identity, content strategy, and outreach campaigns.
• Collaborative Culture: Work with leadership, faculty, admissions, and media partners to shape the Universitys voice.
• Professional Growth: Opportunity to build large-scale campaigns, manage budgets, and drive performance and engagement.

Key Responsibilities

1. Donor Engagement & Support

• Support donor communication, meetings, campus visits, and engagement activities.
• Assist in preparing donor reports, presentations, and correspondence.
• Maintain accurate records of donor interactions and commitments.

2. Fundraising Operations & Pipeline Management

• Support prospect research and maintain donor and prospect pipelines.
• Update and manage fundraising trackers and CRM systems.
• Assist in preparing pitch decks, concept notes, and briefing materials.

3. Proposal & Documentation Support

• Coordinate inputs for funding proposals, grant applications, and reports.
• Work with academic, finance, and programme teams to gather required information.
• Track milestones and utilisation updates for funded projects.

4. Events & Campaign Support

• Support planning and execution of donor events, alumni engagements, and fundraising campaigns.
• Manage event logistics, communication, and post-event follow-ups.
• Assist in digital and email-based fundraising initiatives.

5. MIS, Compliance & Reporting

• Prepare periodic MIS and dashboards for internal review.
• Ensure documentation and processes comply with internal policies and donor requirements.
• Support audit and compliance-related documentation.

The stated responsibilities are not an exhaustive list of duties. Employees may be required to perform other job-related tasks as necessary.

Qualifications & Experience

Education

• Postgraduate degree in CSR, Management, Social Sciences, Communications, Development Studies, or a related field (preferred).

Experience

• 25 years of experience in fundraising, development, CSR, partnerships, donor relations, or related roles.
• Experience in higher education, non-profits, foundations, or CSR environments preferred.

Technical Competencies

• Experience working with CRM systems, databases, and MIS reporting
• Strong documentation, proposal coordination, and reporting skills
• Proficiency in MS Excel, PowerPoint, and Word
• Strong written and verbal communication skills

Personal Attributes

• Detail-oriented with strong organisational skills
• Proactive, dependable, and comfortable working across teams
• Strong interpersonal skills and professional maturity
• Willingness to learn and grow in a relationship-driven role
• Alignment with the Universitys mission and values

Remuneration:

Compensation will be competitive and benchmarked to industry and sector norms commensurate with experience and qualifications.

Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted.