Director of Alumni Affairs and Engagement

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Department

University Advancement

Job Summary

Job Description

POSITION SUMMARY:
Reporting to the Executive Director of University Advancement, the Director of Alumni Affairs and Engagement is responsible for the development, planning and evaluation of a comprehensive and diverse engagement program, which offers opportunities for alumni to support the University mission and its strategic priorities.

The Director is responsible for creating sustainable and complimentary campus partnerships to strengthen a culture of engagement, generosity, and philanthropy.  The Director serves as a key ambassador and representative of the University within the alumni community as well as the greater New Orleans community.

The Director is responsible for developing and managing a robust volunteer engagement program to support various programs within the Alumni Association and throughout the University.

As a member of the senior staff of the Office of University Advancement, the Director is the primary liaison to the University of New Orleans Alumni Association Board of Directors, working closely with the Board chair to implement the Association strategic plan, identify and recruit volunteers and ensure that the Alumni Association implements best practices for university alumni associations.

RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Develop, manage, and evaluate an annual tactical plan which implements the mission, primary goals and strategies of the strategic plan.

• Recruit and hire skilled and committed staff, establish performance expectations and metrics, and provide ongoing education and coaching to support staff success.

• Manage the operating budget to ensure strong stewardship and efficient use of budget resources.

• Develop a comprehensive engagement program in four key areas:  communication engagement, experiential engagement, and donor engagement, in collaboration with University Advancement staff.

• Implement a system of engagement metrics to evaluate programming.

• Develop strong university and community partnerships to enhance the impact of alumni engagement programs.

• Formalize a volunteer engagement program with a description of volunteer roles, responsibilities, and methods of accountability.

• Work with University Advancement staff to cultivate individual gifts and solicit sponsorships in support of a variety of events.

• Plan, develop, promote, coordinate, implement and evaluate alumni engagement programs, projects, and events for the University. These events include the annual fall alumni Homecoming Week and Distinguished Alumni Gala, regional and local networking events, and support for the career fairs.

• Duties as assigned.

REQUIRED QUALIFICATIONS:

• Bachelor’s degree.

• Four years relevant experience in advancement, development, and alumni relations.

• Demonstrated success in the areas of budget management, staff and volunteer management, program development and strategic planning.

• Strong communication skills and technical aptitude.

• Ability to build consensus within a diverse constituency, manage change and strive for continuous improvement.

• Commitment to professional development and impeccable ethical standards.

• Ability to manage multiple tasks in a fast-paced environment.

• Ability to establish and sustain a superior standard of excellence for programing, staff and volunteers.

• The ability to record and maintain data in computerized and non-computerized formats, including proficiency working with Microsoft Office, Outlook, Excel, and PowerPoint.

• The ability to engage in travel, and work evening and weekends.

DESIRED QUALIFICATIONS:

• Five years relevant experience in higher education, preferably in advancement, development, and alumni relations. Experience in marketing, networking, and public relations.

• Proven record of leadership success in higher education.

• Ability to maximize impact of staff and budget resources.

• Outstanding special event planning and management skills.

• Experience with Raiser’s Edge database platform.

SALARY:

Commensurate with qualifications and experience.

APPLICATION PROCEDURE:

Application materials should be submitted via the University of New Orleans online applicant portal at www.uno.edu/careers .

Required Attachments

Please upload the following documents in the Resume/Cover Letter section. 

• Detailed resume listing relevant qualifications and experience;
• Cover Letter indicating why you are a good fit for the position and University of Louisiana Systems;
• Names and contact information of three references;
• Diversity Statement (required for all Faculty positions and any Staff position of Assistant Manager and higher).

See Diversity Statement instructions by clicking this link: https://www.uno.edu/careers/diversity-instructions

Applications that do not include the required uploaded documents may not be considered.

Posting Close Date
This position will remain open until filled.

Note to Applicant:

Applicants should fully describe their qualifications and experience with specific reference to each of the minimum and preferred qualifications in their cover letter. The search committee will use this information during the initial review of application materials.

  

References will be contacted at the appropriate phase of the recruitment process.

  

This position may require a criminal background check to be conducted on the candidate(s) selected for hire.

  

As part of the hiring process, applicants for positions at the University of New Orleans may be required to demonstrate the ability to perform job-related tasks.

The University of New Orleans is an Affirmative Action and Equal Employment Opportunity employer.  We do not discriminate on the basis of race, gender, color, religion, national origin, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, protected Veteran status, age if 40 or older, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state, or local law.