Associate Director of Alumni Events and Programs

1 week ago

Palo Alto, California, United States Stanford University Full time
Job Summary

We are seeking a highly skilled and experienced Associate Director of Alumni Events and Programs to join our team at Stanford University. This is a full-time position that will provide leadership and direction for new and current event programs and projects for Alumni Events, a department of the Stanford Alumni Association.

Key Responsibilities
  • Provide strategic leadership for the creation, development, and execution of events, including Reunion Homecoming and other SAA events.
  • Manage staff in the day-to-day operations for functional area(s) of responsibility, including hiring, retaining, and developing direct reports.
  • Build effective and focused event planning teams, create strong morale and team spirit, and foster a collaborative environment.
  • Oversee the management of event teams and/or production consultants to produce quality, multi-faceted events and productions.
  • Work cross-departmentally to prepare and manage complex program budgets and ROI proposals.
  • Delegate both routine and important tasks and decisions, while assuming final responsibility for event logistics through effective team management.
  • Analyze successes and failures and implement improvements, marshal resources to accomplish goals, and scope the length and difficulty of tasks, projects, and events.
  • Develop on-going relationships with internal and external partners, including alumni, students, and university staff.
Additional Responsibilities
  • Serve as Project Manager and Lead Event Manager for Reunion Homecoming, including coordination of all campus partner events, affiliate events, marketing liaison, and budget management.
  • Partner with Reunion Homecoming project team for events during the weekend, oversee all class tent events, negotiate catering contracts, and manage vendor relationships.
  • Oversee registration operations, including strategy, pricing, data capture, and other related tasks.
  • Supervise (3) direct reports, including Event Manager, Assistant Event Manager, and Event Coordinator.
Requirements
  • Bachelor's degree and eight years of relevant experience or combination of education and relevant experience.
  • Demonstrated history in creating innovative event planning strategies and successful event collaborations.
  • Excellent judgment and decisiveness, high integrity, enthusiasm, diplomacy, and tact.
  • A collaborative leader who engages and empowers an organized team of event planning professionals, fostering a strong, cohesive team environment.
  • Superior verbal and written communication skills.
  • Skilled at developing a staff of professionals and support personnel, including selection, motivation, and leadership of staff, as well as evaluation and development.
  • Demonstrated competency in budget management, cost accounting, and vendor contract relationships.
  • Exceptional customer service skills with the ability to cultivate professional business partnerships.
Why Stanford is for You

Stanford University is a world-renowned institution that values innovation, collaboration, and excellence. As a member of our team, you will have the opportunity to work with a diverse group of talented individuals who are passionate about making a difference. We offer a comprehensive benefits package, including excellent health care benefits, retirement plans, and paid time off. We also provide opportunities for professional growth and development, including tuition reimbursement and career development programs.

At Stanford, we are committed to creating a workplace that is inclusive, respectful, and supportive of all employees. We believe that diversity and inclusion are essential to our success and strive to create a work environment that reflects the diversity of our students, faculty, and staff. We are an equal employment opportunity and affirmative action employer and welcome applications from candidates of all backgrounds.

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