Northwestern University · 7 hours ago
Assistant Director, Alumni Engagement
Evanston, IL
Full-time
Hybrid
Entry, Mid Level
$60K/yr - $64K/yr
2+ years expNorthwestern University is seeking an Assistant Director of Alumni Engagement to lead strategic initiatives aimed at enhancing alumni relations and volunteer engagement. This role involves managing alumni clubs and committees, collaborating with various campus partners, and executing plans to foster deeper connections with alumni.
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Responsibilities
Assist volunteer leaders in achieving annual goals
Ensure volunteer leaders are informed of NAA goals and policies and are equipped with necessary resources
Cultivate the volunteer pipeline by identifying prospective leaders and providing targeted training, motivation, and recognition
Partner with colleagues to connect volunteers to NAA signature programs
Administers and maintains existing strategic plans
Recommends changes and improvements to maximize and ensure efficient use of processes, ultimately leading to a culture of engagement and participation with the University
Involves collaboration with internal department partners and with University partners in implementing and expanding existing relationships to accomplish strategic goals
Manages 1 or more portions of alumni engagement or participation in programming
Works with development officers to implement strategies that will maximize participation of donors
Develops plans to retain volunteer leaders for additional volunteer positions after terms are served; builds a robust pipeline of potential volunteer leaders throughout the organization
Completes associated stewardship responsibilities
Assists with volunteer management, including generating reports and lists, coordinating updates, and other scheduled communications
Implements leadership training opportunities both in-person and virtually designed to meet the needs of entry level to advanced alumni leaders in locations around the world
Travels occasionally throughout the region or country
Staff team and Alumni Association events
Organizes and executes administrative aspects of production and distribution of constituent communications
Includes data manipulation
Manages timelines and related expenses
Coordinates graphic design and/or scripting
Documents results & response levels
Responsible for tracking participants & volunteers, recording engagement, and donor interactions in database
Assists in the development of dashboards & metrics which provide quantitative analysis of program & event outcomes
Performs other duties as assigned
Qualification
Required
Successful completion of a full 4-year course of study in an accredited college or university leading to a bachelor's or higher degree; OR appropriate combination of education and experience
2 years development, marketing, sales or the equivalent experience is required
Critical Thinking and Problem-Solving: Demonstrated ability to assess situations, ask thoughtful questions, seek out relevant information, and contribute to practical solutions. Applies structured thinking to identify issues, weigh options, and make decisions, working both independently and in collaboration with others as needed
Communication Skills: Demonstrated clear and professional verbal and written communication, with the ability to convey information effectively with all stakeholders
Collaboration and Teamwork: Ability to work effectively with colleagues across teams and levels; strong listening skills; customer-service orientation
Adaptability: Demonstrated ability to stay organized and effective in a fast ‑ paced setting. Ability to prioritize tasks, manage competing deadlines, and adjust quickly to shifting priorities while maintaining quality and professionalism
Preferred
Experience managing volunteers or serving in a relationship-management role that involved motivating, supporting, and coordinating individuals who are not direct reports
Relationship Management & Influence: Ability to engage, motivate, and work effectively with volunteers or stakeholders who are not direct reports
Judgment in Ambiguous Situations: Ability to navigate competing priorities or unclear information and make thoughtful decisions aligned with program goals
Benefits
Meaningful, competitive, high-quality health care plans
Retirement benefits
Tuition discounts
Comprehensive programs and services to help you and your family navigate life’s challenges and opportunities
Flexible work arrangements
Programs to help you locate and pay for quality, affordable childcare and senior/adult care
Employee career development in all circumstances whether your workspace is on campus or at home
A variety of tools and resources
Company
Northwestern University
Northwestern University is a private research and teaching university that offers academic programs across various fields of study. It is a sub-organization of Northwestern Athletics.
5001-10000 employees
H1B Sponsorship
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Funding
Current Stage
Late StageTotal Funding
$98.02MKey Investors
National Peanut BoardAdvanced Research Projects Agency for HealthGRAMMY Museum
2024-10-30Grant
2024-10-04Grant· $34M
2023-11-28Grant· $0.02M
Leadership Team
Diego Klabjan
Professor
Henry Bienen
Interim President
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