Plaksha University

Who we are:

Plaksha is a 21st-century university focused on solving global challenges through transformative technology education. A unique collective philanthropy effort, our initiative is driven by a dedicated team committed to reimagining technology education in India.

What can Plaksha offer you?

- A mission-driven workplace with opportunities to collaborate with leading minds in academia and industry.

- A transparent work culture embodying our values C.R.E.A.T.E. (Curious, Rigorous, Enterprising, Authentic, Thankful, Exemplary), fostering personal growth.

- An inclusive environment that values diverse talent, promotes innovation, and supports the development of individuals from underrepresented groups.

Role - Senior Manager, Donor Engagement, Institutional Advancement Team

Plaksha University is seeking a detail-oriented, execution-focused professional to anchor donor servicing, reporting, and stewardship. This role is critical to ensuring regulatory readiness, timely reporting, and meaningful donor engagement-helping build long-term trust and credibility with our philanthropic community.

Location: Gurgaon

Job Description:

1. Donor Reporting & Compliance

- Prepare and submit donor reports (financial, programmatic, and impact) in alignment with audit and regulatory standards.

- Maintain accurate records of MoUs, pledge letters, drawdowns, and milestone-linked documentation.

2. Donor Engagement & Onboarding

- Manage donor communications including regular updates, milestone celebrations, and stewardship touchpoints.

- Coordinate onboarding of new donors-draft and finalize MoUs, pledge letters, and onboarding kits.

3. CRM & Dashboard Management

- Maintain updated donor information and engagement records in the CRM system.

- Build and manage dashboards to track donor pipeline, reporting status, and deliverables.

4. Cross-Functional Coordination

- Collaborate with finance, legal, communications, and program teams to gather timely, accurate inputs for donor servicing.

- Ensure alignment on fund utilization, donor-specific requirements, and reporting schedules.

5. Donor Events & Stewardship

- Support planning and execution of donor events on and off campus, including dedications, visits, and recognition activities.

- Curate stewardship experiences that reflect Plaksha's values and commitment.

Experience and Education:

- Education: Masters/Postgraduate in any field

- Experience: 8-12 years of relevant experience in donor/client servicing, investor relations, grant management, or institutional fundraising support.

Skills:

- Strong interpersonal and relationship building skills.

- Commitment to excellence, accuracy and attention to detail.

- Proven ability to manage documentation and audit-compliant processes with high attention to detail.

- Proficient in CRM tools, Excel, and dashboard creation.