Assistant Manager/ Manager – Content Writer (Mumbai)

Our Vision: Foster strong relationships with alumni, corporations and philanthropists and seek their participation in IIT Bombay's pursuit of excellence. About IIT Bombay: 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 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, 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, highly recognised globally for achievements in education and research. On June 19, 2025, IIT Bombay was ranked 2nd in India and 129th in the world in the QS World University Rankings for 2026. About us: Indian Institute of Technology Bombay- Development and Relations Foundation (DRF) is a not-for-profit section 8 unit. IITB DRF facilitates Institute's core mission and engages with our vibrant alumni community, corporations, and foundations with the goal of developing and sustaining long-term relationships. These groups are the key stakeholders in IIT Bombay's journey of excellence. We encourage the involvement and participation of these entities in the Institute's strategic initiatives. These include setting up world class research and academics in emerging areas of science and technology, building world class infrastructure, improving faculty value proposition, strengthening the entrepreneurship ecosystem, and contributing to the society. IITB DRF assists fundraising endeavours by way of donor solicitations, managing donor programs, maintaining financial accounts and reporting details of all activities implemented with alumni donations. Job Purpose: Research, plan, write, and edit high-quality content that engages the target audience and aligns with organizational goals. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to identify content needs, develop creative solutions, and ensure all digital and print content remains accurate and up to date. Key Responsibilities:
- Curate fresh, relevant, and engaging content tailored to the target audience, while resurfacing existing content during relevant events or trends.
- Develop, write, and deliver persuasive copy for websites, email campaigns, marketing collateral, and program proposals.
- Create original and compelling content through research, fact-checking, competitor analysis, and team brainstorming.
- Produce diverse content across multiple formats and subject areas.
- Collaborate with internal teams to understand requirements and design effective content strategies and posts.
- Compensation in line with market trends; commensurate with professional experience & expertise
- Manage and oversee social media content, website updates, and visual assets including graphics and videos.
- Generate and develop new ideas, themes, and content series to drive audience engagement and traffic.
- Oversee end-to-end content production, including layout, artwork, and multimedia elements, ensuring accuracy, quality, and adherence to timelines and budgets.. Desired Experience/ competencies:
- Proven track record of excellent writing demonstrated through a professional portfolio.
- Strong command of the English language, including grammar, tone, idioms, and expressions.
- Ability to work independently with minimal supervision.
- Excellent interpersonal and communication skills to collaborate with clients, colleagues, and stakeholders.
- Capability to manage multiple projects with varying objectives simultaneously.
- Strong time management skills, including prioritization, scheduling, and adaptability. Apply on Kit Job: kitjob.in/job/4lwjpe