Role Purpose:

- The Senior Manager Alumni Relations will be responsible for building, strengthening and scaling lifelong engagement between the institution and its alumni community across India and globally.

- The role requires a strategic relationship-builder who can create strong alumni engagement initiatives across industry networking, mentorship, fundraising, placements support, brand advocacy, knowledge sharing, executive education and institutional reputation building.

- The ideal candidate should understand the ecosystem of marketing, advertising, media, branding, digital business, consulting and communication industries.

Key Responsibilities Alumni Engagement & Community Building:

- Build and strengthen long-term alumni engagement strategies.

- Develop strong relationships with alumni across batches, industries and geographies.

- Drive alumni participation in institutional initiatives, mentoring and events.

- Create structured alumni chapters across key cities and international markets.

- Maintain high engagement levels through regular communication and networking activities.

Key Responsibilities Alumni Events & Networking:

- Conceptualize and execute alumni meets, leadership conclaves, networking forums, webinars, industry panels, homecoming events and reunions.

- Collaborate with marketing and branding teams to enhance alumni visibility and institutional positioning.

Key Responsibilities Career & Industry Engagement:

- Leverage alumni networks for placements, live projects, internships, guest lectures, industry immersion and mentorship opportunities.

- Build strong engagement with alumni working in advertising agencies, consulting firms, digital businesses, media houses, FMCG, startups and consumer brands.

Key Responsibilities Alumni Communications:

- Lead alumni communication strategy across newsletters, emailers, LinkedIn, alumni portals, WhatsApp communities and social media platforms.

- Create engaging alumni stories, achievements and institutional success narratives.

Key Responsibilities Fundraising & Institutional Support:

- Support alumni giving initiatives, scholarships, sponsorships and strategic institutional partnerships.

- Work closely with leadership teams on long-term alumni development initiatives.

Desired Candidate Profile:

- MBA / PGDM preferred.

- 8 - 12 years of experience in alumni relations, corporate relations, community management, marketing or stakeholder engagement.

- Strong communication, networking and relationship management skills.

- Experience engaging with senior industry professionals and alumni networks.

- Exposure to marketing, media, advertising or communication-led industries preferred.