Vice President - Program Management

Our Vision:Help in advancement of IIT Bombay's mission by fostering strong relationships with its alumni, corporations and philanthropists.

About us:The Indian Institute of Technology Bombay, set up in 1958 as the second IIT, is recognised worldwide as a leader in the field of science and engineering education and research. The Institute was granted the status of 'Institution of Eminence' by the Ministry of Education (the then Ministry of Human Resources Development) on July 9, 2018. IIT Bombay is reputed for the quality of its faculty, cutting-edge research, industry relations, and the outstanding caliber of students graduating from its undergraduate and postgraduate programmes.

The Institute has 17 academic departments, 64 other academic entities (Centres/ Programmes/ Academic facilities/ Hubs/ Externally funded centres and Labs), and three schools. Over the last six decades, more than 75,000 engineers and scientists have graduated from the Institute. It is served by 756 faculty members, with 121 women faculty, and about 150 visiting and part-time faculty, considered not only amongst the best within the country but also highly recognised in the world for achievements in the field of education and research.

On June 19, 2025, IIT Bombay was ranked 2nd in India and 129th in the world in the Quacquarelli Symonds (QS) World University Rankings for 2026.

The Development and Relations Foundation (DRF), established as a Section 8 not-for-profit entity under the Dean Alumni & Corporate Relations (ACR) office, serves as a strategic arm dedicated to advancing IIT Bombay's vision of global leadership. DRF plays a pivotal role in fostering meaningful, long-term partnerships with alumni, corporations, and philanthropic foundations - transforming goodwill into sustained philanthropic support It empowers the Dean ACR's mission by driving fundraising initiatives, stewarding donor relationships, and ensuring transparency in managing philanthropic contributionsFrom personalized donor engagement to overseeing financial accountability and impact reporting, DRF ensures that every philanthropic effort translates into lasting progress for the Institute's academic, research, and infrastructure growth.

Job PurposeLead the end-to-end Program Management, IT & Operations function for IIT Bombay Development and Relations Foundation (DRF). Act as the strategic bridge between donor intent and institutional execution by translating research and funding opportunities into structured, measurable, and scalable programs.Build and institutionalize a data-driven execution engine-combining governance, digital systems, and operational rigor-to ensure all donor-funded initiatives are delivered on time, within scope, and with high transparency and impact.

Key Responsibilities

Strategic Leadership & Program ManagementDefine and lead DRF's Program Management, IT & Operations strategy aligned with the Institute's strategic goalsTranslate donor priorities and faculty research into well-structured, sustainable programsBuild strong partnerships with faculty and stakeholders to shape emerging opportunities into scalable initiatives

Program Governance, Delivery & ReportingEstablish and operationalize programs with standardized governance frameworksDrive end-to-end lifecycle management: planning, budgeting, milestone tracking, risk mitigation, and change managementInstitutionalize structured donor reporting frameworks like FUR, Impact Assessment reports etc.Ensure timely and high-quality reporting cadence (quarterly and as committed)Maintain Build and track program dashboards for real-time visibility and decision-makingEnsure seamless coordination across departments, proactively managing dependencies and risks

IT & Data-Driven InfrastructureOwn and drive DRF's technology roadmap, enabling scale, transparency, and efficiencyImplement and optimize CRM, donor management systems, dashboards, workflow tools, and automation solutionsBuild a data-driven operating model, with centralized reporting and analytics capabilitiesArchitect end-to-end data flows enabling real-time tracking of programs, donor commitments, and impact metricsEnsure data integrity, governance, and accessibility across systemsEstablish a robust change management framework (application CRs, hardware requests, website updates, content management within TAT)Oversee IT asset and configuration management (licenses, hardware lifecycle management)

Operations & Process ExcellenceDesign and implement SOPs across program management, data management, and donor lifecycle processesIdentify and eliminate process redundancies, driving simplification and alignment across business workflowsDrive process efficiency, turnaround improvements, and cross-functional coordinationLead automation initiatives to enhance scalability, repeatability, and accuracyIntroduce and scale AI/ML-driven interventions in research, analytics, and operational processesDrive cost optimization of cloud and IT infrastructure

Stakeholder & Donor ManagementEnsure high-quality donor engagement through structured reporting, transparency, and responsivenessStrengthen internal stakeholder management across faculty ,departments and leadershipExpand and institutionalize engagement with new stakeholder groups on a quarterly basisTranslate donor and stakeholder feedback into program improvements and future opportunities

Organizational Capability BuildingMentor teams across Program Management, IT & OperationsDevelop institutional capability in program planning, budgeting, and execution at scaleFoster a culture of execution excellence, accountability, and data-driven decision-makingContinuously refine frameworks based on performance insights and evolving organizational needs

Desired Profile12-18 years of experience across program management, operations, and technology leadershipProven ability to build systems, governance frameworks, and execution engines at scaleStrong experience in data-driven operations, dashboards, and digital transformation initiativesExceptional stakeholder management across senior, cross-functional environmentsStrategic thinker with strong execution depth and attention to detailBackground in technology, consulting, or complex institutions preferred