Strategic Alumni Engagement Director

9 hours ago


Saratoga Springs, New York, United States InsideHigherEd Full time

Job Summary: We are seeking a highly skilled and experienced Strategic Alumni Engagement Director to join our team at InsideHigherEd. The successful candidate will play a pivotal role in fostering strong relationships among alumni, volunteers, parents, families, and friends with Skidmore College.

Key Responsibilities:

  1. Event Management: Plan, coordinate, and execute new, fresh, and annual events aimed at engaging alumni, volunteers, parents, families, and friends.
  2. Volunteer Management: Recruit, train, and manage volunteers to support alumni engagement initiatives, ensuring they are well-equipped to represent the College and contribute effectively.
  3. Engaging Recent Alumni: Develop targeted strategies to effectively engage young alumni (typically within 0-10 years post-graduation), recognizing their unique needs, interests, and communication preferences.
  4. Communications: Develop and implement communication strategies to effectively engage alumni through various channels, including email newsletters, social media platforms, website updates, and print materials.

Requirements:

  • Excellent management, communication, and organizational skills.
  • Ability to work well with and motivate alumni volunteers.
  • Strong commitment to diversity, equity, and inclusion.
  • Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite, CRM systems, and social media platforms.
  • Ability to lift a minimum of 10lbs in support of events.

Education and Experience: Bachelor's degree required, minimum 5-7 years of experience in alumni engagement, event management, or related fields.

Salary Range: $60,500-$70,000

How to Apply: Please submit your online application, cover letter, resume, and list of three references.



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