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Keck Graduate Institute · 1 day ago

Director of Alumni Engagement

Claremont, CA

Full-time

Onsite

Lead/Staff, Director/Executive

$78K/yr - $85K/yr

5+ years exp

Keck Graduate Institute (KGI) is a recognized leader in applied life sciences, healthcare and pharmacy education. The Director of Alumni Engagement is responsible for building a vibrant network for KGI’s diverse graduate community by designing and executing a comprehensive engagement strategy that connects alumni, students, and industry partners.

EducationHigher Education

No H1B

Responsibilities

Develop and own the end-to-end alumni engagement strategy

Ensure all activities (panels, awards ceremonies, networking events, reunions) are developed to offer professional value, moving beyond generic events to interconnected, high-impact programming

Demonstrate fluency in KGI’s core domains (Biotech, Pharmacy, Genetics, etc.) to effectively engage alumni in industry-specific dialogue

Design panels and initiatives that reflect current market trends and the specific professional needs of KGI graduates

Create coherent process where alumni engagement directly supports admissions, the student experience, academic excellence and corporate partnerships

Partner closely with the advancement colleagues to align engagement activities with fundraising priorities, ensuring that events and initiatives serve as effective cultivation vehicles for annual and major giving

Actively identify and qualify high-potential alumni through their participation and volunteerism, converting general engagement into a tangible pipeline of philanthropic support and leadership ambassadorship

Collaborate with the Council to ensure their time is spent on actionable initiatives rather than general updates

Guide the group’s efforts to make sure their industry expertise and professional networks are effectively used to support KGI’s growth

Collaborate with campus colleagues to identify and cultivate alumni volunteers and donors, creating a pipeline for engagement opportunities and future philanthropic support

Collaborate with Student Affairs and Program Directors to integrate alumni into the student lifecycle early, fostering a culture of philanthropy and 'alumni-in-training' well before graduation

Proactively leverage AI and emerging technologies to scale personal outreach, optimize mentorship matching, and analyze engagement data for continuous improvement

Manage alumni data strategies (utilizing Raiser’s Edge) to track engagement metrics, ensuring the database is a active tool that informs decision-making and forecasting

Manage the department budget, negotiate vendor costs for events, and supervise student workers as needed to ensure flawless execution of the annual operating plan

Design, Manage, and Evaluate: all aspects of the alumni engagement activities

This includes print and electronic communications, volunteer identification and management, student interaction, and programs across the Institute

Other duties as assigned by the Vice President for Advancement

Qualification

Alumni RelationsBiotech KnowledgeAI Tools ProficiencyCRM SystemsData AnalysisProject ManagementCollaborative LeadershipExecutive PresencePersuasive MessagingAgility