Vanderbilt University · 1 day ago
Associate Director, Reunion and Class Engagement
Nashville, TN
Full-time
Hybrid
Entry, Mid, Senior Level, Lead/Staff
1+ years expVanderbilt University is seeking an Associate Director of Reunion and Class Engagement to oversee the recruitment and management of volunteers for undergraduate class-based programs. This role is essential in enhancing donor participation and involves training and cultivating volunteers to increase engagement and fundraising efforts.
E-LearningEducationHigher Education
Responsibilities
Lead volunteer recruitment for assigned classes for both class agent and reunion opportunities
Oversee day-to-day volunteer management to facilitate peer-to-peer outreach to grow involvement and to make solicitations for a gift
Work creatively to cultivate and steward volunteers in unique and personal ways to grow their engagement and commitment to the university
Executes outreach directly to members of assigned classes to solicit gifts and match alumni to opportunities for more involvement with the university and their class community
Achieve a 100% participation rate in giving among volunteers, and work to provide a top-notch experience by gathering feedback and direction from volunteers on a regular basis
Manage reunion campaign efforts for assigned classes, spanning volunteer recruitment and outreach along with overall communications and event logistics as needed
Collaborate across DAR to maximize volunteer roles and peer-to-peer outreach in direct support of school/unit fundraising team objectives
Perform other duties as assigned
Qualification
Required
A Bachelor's Degree is necessary
One or more years of experience is necessary
Strong organizational and communication skills
Ability to work independently but also collaboratively in a team environment
Goal-oriented mindset and innovative thinking
Interpersonal skills and judgment suitable for exercising appropriate discretion and demeanor when dealing with alumni, parents, friends, and employees
Ability to exercise good judgment in the handling of confidential information
Ability to use current computer technology, such as Windows, Excel, Word, and Vanderbilt's donor management system
Excellent written and oral communication skills
Ability to work independently, take initiative, manage multiple projects simultaneously, meet deadlines, and adapt to ever changing priorities
Some evening and weekend work, as needed; must be available annually during Reunion week and weekend (generally in October/November), except in extenuating circumstances
Preferred
Prefer experience with higher education development
Company
Vanderbilt University
Vanderbilt University is a private research university offering undergraduate, graduate, and professional programs.
1001-5000 employees
H1B Sponsorship
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Funding
Current Stage
Late StageTotal Funding
$28.55MKey Investors
Mark AbkowitzNational Science Foundation
2018-11-07Grant· $4.5M
2018-04-18Grant· $0.55M
2015-07-10Grant· $12.8M
Leadership Team
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Bharat Bhuva
Professor
Bill Blot
Professor
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