Ucumberlands

Ucumberlands

Alumni Engagement & Special Events Coordinator

Williamsburg, KY

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About the role

  • Join our team of student-focused individuals working together in order to encourage intellectual and spiritual growth, leadership and service.
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  • This position exemplifies professionalism, integrity, servant leadership, and a commitment to providing exceptional experiences for alumni, donors, students, and friends of the University.

Responsibilities

  • Develop, coordinate, and implement alumni engagement programs that promote lifelong relationships with the University, including reunions, homecoming activities, regional alumni gatherings, networking events, recognition ceremonies, and affinity-based programs.
  • Assist in developing programs that connect alumni with current students through mentoring, career networking, and professional development opportunities.

Requirements

  • Bachelor's degree from an accredited institution.
  • Proficiency with Microsoft Office Suite and event management software.
  • Ability to work evenings and weekends as required by event schedules.
  • Valid driver's license and ability to travel occasionally.
  • Master's degree.
  • Familiarity with CRM platforms such as Blackbaud Raiser's Edge NXT, Slate, Salesforce, or similar constituent management systems.
  • Experience managing volunteers.
  • Knowledge of fundraising and donor stewardship practices.
  • Required
  • Excellent organizational and project management skills.
  • Strong written and verbal communication abilities.
  • Ability to manage multiple projects simultaneously while meeting deadlines.
  • Exceptional interpersonal and customer service skills.
  • Preferred
  • Experience working in higher education or nonprofit organizations.
  • One to three years of experience in event planning, alumni relations, communications, nonprofit management, higher education, hospitality, or a related field.

Nice to have

  • Plan and facilitate committee meetings.
  • Coordinate committee communications, follow-up items, and event involvement.
  • Graduation & Career Fair
  • Presidential events
  • Alumni award ceremonies
  • Other events, as necessary.
  • Coordinate venues, catering, audiovisual needs, décor, signage, transportation, and volunteer staffing.
  • Ensure all events reflect the University's mission, values, and brand standards.

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