Emory University · 1 day ago
Director of Alumni Engagement – Candler School of Theology
Atlanta, GA
Full-time
Hybrid
Lead/Staff, Director/Executive
5+ years expEmory University is a leading research university that fosters excellence and attracts world-class talent to innovate today and prepare leaders for the future. The Director of Alumni Engagement will develop and implement programs to strengthen ties between the Candler School of Theology and its constituents, focusing on increasing alumni engagement through various initiatives and events.
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Responsibilities
Develops, designs, leads, and implements programs and activities designed to strengthen ties between a school, unit, or program and its constituents
Develops, markets, plans, and manages the events/activities coordinated through the designated program
Responsible for increasing alumni engagement through alumni and student programming and events, special interest groups, volunteer programs, affinity programs, and online services
Develops, cultivates, and manages relationships with volunteers, board, chapter, and affinity alumni organizations
Develops and advances program or school relationships both within the division, and other campus offices, schools/divisions
Supports the representation of the program off campus and manage the integration of activities with other initiatives/events
Manages a school, unit, or program budget
Performs related responsibilities as required
Partner with division advancement and engagement officers to qualify, engage, cultivate, solicit, and steward potential prospects
Maintain information on selected alumni and prospects including activity reports in CRM system
Meet department metrics for visit preparation, qualification, activity reports, visits, referrals, and accurate coding using the CRM system
Track and evaluate program metrics and produce reports on program and event participants to provide an analysis of populations served and directly support achieving goals for respective volunteer programs
Use CRM and other applications to communicate with stakeholders, track progress, and collect, analyze, and interpret information to inform operations
Distribute monthly e-newsletter prepared by Candler Communications
Establish and maintain meaningful relationships with alumni through ongoing cultivation and strategic stewardship. Leverage relationships and connections to strategically engage individual prospects or groups/networks
Develop and conduct individual and training programs, orientations, and written materials for alumni programs
Develop, lead, and train colleagues and volunteers to execute digital engagement campaigns/programs in support of increased connectivity, philanthropy, and presence across alumni communities
Direct Senior Class Giving Campaign
Direct activities of the Candler Alumni Board
Maintain knowledge/expertise of best practices and current trends for alumni engagement
Some night and weekend work is required
Some travel may be necessary
This position requires coming in person two days a week
Qualification
Required
A bachelor's degree and five years' experience in alumni engagement, fundraising, or public relations
Preferred
Successful candidates will possess strong organizational, written and verbal communication, and effective presentation skills
Strong interpersonal and problem-solving skills with attention to detail, the ability to work with ambiguity, navigate a complex work environment, and the ability to manage multiple projects simultaneously
Experience managing volunteers and events, leading teams, working independently as well as collaboratively to achieve goals, with a commitment to delivering exceptional customer service
Experience working with various technologies including advanced knowledge and experience with Microsoft Office Suite, mass email applications, database and project management software, and CRM systems
Prior experience in advancement, fundraising, alumni engagement, non-profit, or a university setting
Flexibility to accommodate changing priorities and deadlines
Experience with faith-based institutions in either volunteer or professional roles
Company
Emory University
Emory University is an institute of higher learning and a private research university.
10001+ employees
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Funding
Current Stage
Late StageTotal Funding
$719.87MKey Investors
GettyNational Institutes of HealthHyundai Hope On Wheels
2025-08-20Grant· $0.28M
2024-11-13Grant· $15M
2024-08-28Grant· $0.4M
Leadership Team
Claire E Sterk
President Emerita and Charles Howard Candler Professor of Public Health
Gregory Fenves
Chancellor
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