Chatham University

Director of Alumni Engagement

Pittsburgh, PA, USA · Director

Sponsorship not specified$46k-$52kDetected 106 days ago

Project ManagementCRMLeadershipCommunicationMentoring

About the role

Chatham University welcomes your interest in employment opportunities and encourages you to review open positions.
Please note that Chatham does not accept unsolicited applications.
Director of Alumni Engagement Chatham University seeks a creative, relationship-oriented, and execution-focused professional to serve as Director of Alumni Engagement.

Responsibilities

Develop programs consistent with the University's strategic plan and ensure that programs effectively address objectives and priorities, operate within budget limitations, and comply with appropriate policies.
Coordinate activities with fundraising staff in order to identify and cultivate major gift prospects and to build programming opportunities that encourage philanthropic support.
Establish and build relationships with alumni locally, regionally, and nationally; maintain regular communication with alumni via direct contact and the coordination of alumni communication programs such as e-mail, the website, and print communications.
Develop and enhance geographic, academic, and affinity group alumni programs through the planning and implementation of events and other alumni gatherings and engagement.
Reporting to the Senior Director of Alumni and Donor Engagement, this role is responsible for designing and delivering meaningful engagement experiences that strengthen relationships with alumni and donors and inspire philanthropic support.
This is a hands-on leadership role for someone who enjoys both strategy and execution, developing engagement programs while actively managing events, communications, and volunteer initiatives.
The Director will play a key role in building a vibrant, connected alumni community and enhancing the donor experience across the institution.
The Director of Alumni Engagement oversees and directs all aspects of alumni programming that seek to engage alumni with the University and to develop relationships that encourage alumni to advance the university's mission by volunteering, mentoring, attending events, and making financial contributions.
The Director will play a vital role in developing distinct alumni engagement programs relevant for

Requirements

Experience managing diverse groups of volunteers, boards, and alumni networks.
Familiarity with advancement CRM's, preferably Virtuous.
alumnae from its time as an undergraduate women's college, graduates of its professional and graduate degree programs, and now alumni as an all-gender institution served on three campuses.
At least five years' experience working in an effective, comprehensive alumni relations office.
Strong project management and organizational skills.
Excellent interpersonal and communication skills.
Willingness to travel and work evenings and weekends.

Nice to have

Bachelor's degree required
Master's degree preferred.

Compensation

$46,100 - $52,400. 40-hour work week.
Exact compensation based on candidate skills and experience.

Benefits

Equal Opportunity Employer with a strong commitment to diversity, inclusion, and equity.

Company info

Ensure that events are well executed, mission-driven, and aligned with engagement and fundraising goals.

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