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Strategic Director of Alumni Engagement

2 months ago


Palo Alto, California, United States Stanford University Full time
About the Role

The Senior Director of Alumni Relations is a key member of the Stanford University External Relations leadership team, responsible for connecting over 30,000 Stanford Graduate School of Business (GSB) alumni to each other and to the school.

This strategic leader will drive the overall Alumni Relations vision, develop and implement strategic plans, and build meaningful long-term relationships with alumni. The role will work closely with GSB colleagues in communications, development, information systems, special events, and programs; faculty; and key university partners, particularly in the Stanford Alumni Association and other Stanford graduate schools.

Key Responsibilities
  • Drive Vision for Alumni Engagement
    • Conceive opportunities during the Centennial period to set a new standard for alumni engagement
    • Apply creativity to improve communication, delivery, and marketing of programs and activities
    • Embed a data-centric approach to alumni relations throughout activities
  • Lead Operations of the Alumni Relations Office
    • Provide vision and oversight (including engagement metrics) for the organization
    • Work closely with managers on specific activities and programs
  • Empower Attract, Develop, Motivate, and Retain Staff
    • Shape a culture that attracts, develops, excites, and retains high-performing colleagues
    • Create opportunities for development and growth to maximize employees' potential
  • Engage Stanford Business School Alumni Association Board
    • Identify, cultivate, and support board members; foster and maintain productive relationships between board members and the school
    • Oversee all board-related activity, including meetings and the work of related committees, task forces, or working groups
  • Represent the GSB and University
    • Establish and build relationships with alumni locally, nationally, and globally
    • Represent the alumni association at internal and external events and programs
  • Collaborate with GSB and Campus Partners
    • Build and maintain ties with departments across Stanford GSB and the University to engage and serve alumni
Requirements
  • Bachelor's degree and eight years of relevant experience or a combination of education and relevant experience.
  • Ability to obtain a valid passport for international travel. Some local, domestic or international travel will be required.
  • Excellent management skills, including a track record of attracting, developing, motivating, and retaining professional staff.
  • Strong track record as a relationship builder and collaborator. Success in managing and organizing others, including volunteers, is highly preferred.
  • Experience in and responsibility for planning, executing, and evaluating programs designed to reach, serve, and engage university constituencies.
  • Excellent strategic, organizational, and project management skills, and the ability to simultaneously plan and execute multiple projects.
  • Ability to work occasional evenings and weekends.
  • Ability to work outdoors.
Preferred Requirements
  • Familiarity with Stanford University, Stanford GSB, and/or alumni relations
  • Advanced degree