Position : Vice President – UHNI Engagement, Major Gifts and family foundation
Location : Mumbai (Report)
Reports To : Director – Partnerships and Business Development(Asia)
About Akhand Jyoti Eye Hospital :
In the heart of rural Bihar, Akhand Jyoti Eye Hospital is transforming lives by eradicating curable blindness through sustainable, high-impact interventions. As one of India’s leading not-for-profit eye care institutions, we are working towards our bold vision of performing 2 million surgeries and 12 million screenings by 2030. Our work goes beyond sight — we empower women and uplift rural communities through education, skilling, and gender equity. Now, we’re expanding our footprint among Ultra High Net-Worth Individuals (UHNI) and family foundations across India and Asia, inviting them to become true ambassadors of change.
Position Objective To drive Akhand Jyoti’s major gifts program by engaging UHNI and family foundations, cultivating long-term philanthropic partnerships, and establishing a strong pipeline of high-value donors. This role is key to unlocking transformative contributions by building deep, personal, and mission-aligned relationships.
Key Responsibilities
1. New Donor Acquisition & Business Development
- Identify, research, and engage potential HNI / UHNI donors and family foundations across India and Asia.
- Leverage personal / professional networks to open doors and secure high-value donor meetings.
- Generate qualified leads through both online and offline strategies.
- Develop compelling pitch decks, proposals, and customized engagement strategies for each potential donor.
2. Stewardship & Retention
Manage and deepen relationships with existing major donors, ensuring timely communication and reporting.Serve as a single point of contact for UHNIs and family offices.Design and execute donor engagement journeys, including visits, events, personal updates, and curated experiences.Facilitate donor transitions into legacy and endowment contributors.3. Strategic Fundraising & Donor Experience
Work closely with leadership to shape donor strategies and engagement models.Prepare impact reports, organize high-touch events, and facilitate field visits.Maintain a donor management system and provide timely updates to internal teams.Submit weekly reports and work plans to the reporting manager.Who We’re Looking For Qualifications & Experience
Graduate in any stream; post-graduate preferred from premium InstitutesMinimum 10 years’ experience in UHNI / HNI sales or relationship management – from Private Banking, Wealth Management, Luxury Brands, or High-End Insurance sectors.Proven track record of managing a book of UHNI clients with relationship-based selling.Key Competencies
Passionate about creating social change and keen to transition into a purpose driven role.Results-oriented, self-motivated, and able to thrive in a target-driven environment.Excellent communication, presentation, and interpersonal skills.Ability to understand and translate donor motivations into meaningful engagement.High integrity and a deep belief in Akhand Jyoti’s mission.Preferred Profile
We are particularly looking for professionals who :
Come from Private Banking, Family Office Advisory, Wealth Management, Luxury Real Estate , or Premium Brands.Are well-networked and respected in HNI / UHNI circles.Are now seeking a career shift toward purpose-driven work that contributes meaningfully to the country’s social development.Why Join Us?
Be a key contributor to India’s most ambitious rural eye care program.Engage in high-impact, mission-led work with measurable social outcomes.Work alongside passionate changemakers and visionary leaders.Opportunity to influence and inspire India’s wealthiest to create sustainable, social transformation.