OHVF Business Development Manager Recruitment 2026Open

• Indian nationals with BTech, MSc, MBA, BCom or an equivalent qualification may apply.
• Required experience: 3 years for MBA holders, 5 years for MSc/BTech holders, or 8 years for BCom/equivalent qualification holders.
• A Science/Technology background combined with a Management degree or diploma is desirable.
• Preferred experience includes fundraising, strategic partnerships and resource mobilization involving industry, government bodies, CSR and philanthropic organizations.
• Strong proposal-writing, communication, partnership-building and domestic fundraising compliance knowledge are desirable.
• The minimum experience requirement may be relaxed for outstanding candidates.

• Download the official advertisement and use the application form appended to it.
• Complete and sign the form, and attach the required CV, certificates and written submissions.
• For email submission, combine the application and supporting documents into one PDF and send it to the email address specified in the notification, using the subject 'Application Form for Business Development Manager'.
• Alternatively, send the application and supporting documents by registered post to Office of the OHVF, Room No. 018, SBS Building, IIT Bhubaneswar, Argul, Jatani, Khordha-752051, Odisha, India.
• For postal submission, mark the envelope 'Application Form - applied position name', identifying the Business Development Manager position.
• Submit the application by 03/11/2026.

About the recruitment

Odisha Hydrogen Valley Foundation, a Section 8 company established by IIT Bhubaneswar, has advertised one Business Development Manager vacancy under advertisement OHVF/BDM/2026/02 dated 13.10.2026. The position is based in Bhubaneswar, Odisha, and supports the Hydrogen Valley Innovation Cluster. This cluster works across the green hydrogen chain, including production, storage, transportation and application.

Eligibility and appointment terms

The opening is for Indian nationals with BTech, MSc, MBA, BCom or equivalent education. Experience requirements vary by qualification: MBA applicants need 3 years, MSc/BTech applicants need 5 years, and BCom/equivalent applicants need 8 years. OHVF may relax the minimum experience requirement for outstanding candidates. Applicants must be no older than 45 years on 03/11/2026.

The appointment is temporary, initially for 12 months, and may be extended according to performance. Consolidated monthly remuneration is INR 0.80 lakh to 1.5 lakh, with the amount determined by experience and interview performance.

Role and preferred background

The manager will develop fundraising and partnership strategies, engage donor partners and build relationships with industry, CSR teams and philanthropic organizations. Responsibilities also include preparing proposals and reports, maintaining partnership opportunities and meeting fundraising-related regulatory requirements. A Science/Technology background with a Management degree or diploma is desirable, alongside relevant fundraising experience and strong communication skills.

Preparing and submitting the application

• Use the application form included with the advertisement and complete it with a signature.
• Attach a CV and self-attested educational certificates, marksheets and relevant experience certificates.
• Include a statement of up to two pages explaining previous research, technical assignments or work experience and how it relates to this role.
• Add a separate one-page write-up describing your potential contribution to OHVF.
• Submit by email as a single PDF, using the prescribed subject, or send the documents by registered post to the OHVF office at IIT Bhubaneswar.

Applications opened on 14/10/2026 and close on 03/11/2026. Shortlisted candidates will receive interview communication by email. Interviews may take place online, and attendance does not qualify for TA/DA reimbursement. Meeting the eligibility conditions alone does not guarantee an interview.