NEIU
Director of Alumni Relations
Chicago, Illinois · Director · Contract
Sponsorship not specified$90k-$98kDetected 34 days ago
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About the role
- The Director of Alumni Relations provides strategic leadership for all alumni engagement initiatives, serving as the chief liaison between the University and its 90,000+ alumni.
- In 2025, a comprehensive three-year strategic plan for the Office of Alumni Relations was developed and vetted with the Division of Institutional Advancement, University leadership, and shared governance.
- The Director will be responsible for carrying out this strategic plan while having the flexibility and autonomy to add to it, adjusting approaches and tactics as needed to ensure goals remain both ambitious and achievable.
Responsibilities
- Design and implement innovative alumni programs including affinity groups, NEIU Alumni Association membership initiatives, and regional engagement strategies.
- Develop programs that attract, engage, and connect alumni of all ages and backgrounds.
Requirements
- Seven (7) or more years of progressive experience in alumni relations, event management, fundraising, or related fields
- Excellent communication, interpersonal, and leadership skills, including the ability to articulate and enthusiastically convey organizational mission, values, and goals
- Proficient knowledge of the fundraising cycle, especially the role of alumni relations in this process
- Proficiency in utilizing customer relationship management (CRM) software platforms
- however, official transcripts for all earned degrees will be required of candidates selected for final interviews.
- Copies of unofficial transcripts are accepted; however, official transcripts for all earned degrees will be required of candidates selected for final interviews.
- Bachelor's degree from an accredited institution of higher education
- Three (3) or more years of supervisory experience
- Demonstrated ability to engage and collaborate with diverse groups of faculty, staff, students, administrators, board members, volunteers, and external stakeholders
- Ability to manage and prioritize multiple projects simultaneously
- Ability to responsibly manage operational budgets
- Ability to provide strategic thought leadership in annual planning processes
- Creativity, initiative, and strong problem-solving skills
- A healthy sense of humor
Nice to have
- Master's degree or advanced degree
- Additional certifications or credentials in related field, such as CFRE (Certified Fund Raising Executive)
- Multilingual ability (Spanish language strongly preferred)
- Please submit the following materials along with your application via Northeastern Illinois University's Workday platform:
- Cover letter (may be addressed to the Director of Alumni Relations Search Committee)
- Current Resume (required)
- Three (3) current professional references
- including the name, title, telephone number, and e-mail address (required)
Compensation
- $90,000 - $98,000
- Develop and execute annual plans using data-informed strategies and tactics that drive measurable outcomes.
- Annual Alumni Awards Ceremony
Benefits
- University employees may be eligible for a variety of State of Illinois benefits.
- These benefits are administered through the Illinois Department of Central Management Service (CMS).
Equal opportunity
- Northeastern Illinois University is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action employer and invites applications from Women, Minorities, Veterans and Persons with Disabilities, as well as other qualified individuals.
- Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action employer and invites applications from Women, Minorities, Veterans and Persons with Disabilities, as well as other qualified individuals.
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