Job ID: 307024

Department

EXTERNAL AFFAIRS (NW-EXAF-IUNWA)

Department Information

This is an exciting opportunity to make a significant impact on IU Alumni in Northwest Indiana. We are looking for someone with excellent communication and organizational skills, a passion for networking and engagement, and experience in planning and enhancing alumni engagement.

The Director of Alumni Relations will develop and implement initiatives, programs, and events for alumni and other constituents that align with the alumni association and advance the mission, vision, values, and goals of IU Northwest. The individual will build financial and volunteer support, direct volunteers and committees, cultivate current and prospective volunteers and potential donors, oversee events and ceremonies, and lead alumni communication and marketing efforts in collaboration with the Marketing and Communications Department.

Job Summary

Department Specific Responsibilities

Develops and implement strategies for engaging and cultivating alumni relationships and philanthropic initiatives
Manages and administrates the alumni annual fund, including setting goals, creating budgets, and reporting on progress.
Deepen alumni loyalty build the alumni community, we will learn how alumni identify with IU Northwest and each other, and then offer relevant experiences that encourage stronger commitment.
Champion major AR initiatives. Lead complex, high-visibility process redesign and innovation projects. Develop and implement initiatives as needed.
Coordinates and trains volunteers who work on events, projects, and programs.
Represents the organization at various community and/or business meetings, committees, and task forces; promote existing and new programs and/or policies.
Serves on committees relating to alumni relations and serves as a liaison between IU Northwest and the community.

General Responsibilities

Leads the planning, development, and implementation of alumni programs and major ceremonies and events that complement and advance the goals of university alumni and development offices, academic units, and student life.
Identifies and cultivates relationships with both alumni and students to promote engagement as volunteers on committees, with programs, and as members of the alumni association.
Develops and manages a portfolio of alumni, volunteers, donors, and prospects. Collaborates with other units on fundraising efforts and events.
Collaborates with internal department partners and volunteer leaders to develop plans and implement programs (professional and career development, celebrations, fundraising, etc.) that connect students and alumni and increase engagement and participation with the local service community and the worldwide alumni community and supporters.
Establishes and coordinates opportunities that retain students and alumni in a lifelong relationship connected to the university.
Leads the collaboration with the Marketing and Communications Department concerning the design and production of alumni-related marketing and communication, including online, social media, and web content.
Manages unit operations and budgets; may manage a team of staff.

Qualifications

Combinations of related education and experience may be considered. Education beyond the minimum required may be substituted for work experience. Work experience beyond the minimum required may be substituted for education.

EDUCATION

Required

Bachelor's degree In related field

Preferred

Master's degree

WORK EXPERIENCE

Required

5 years In alumni relations, development, event planning, public affairs, marketing, and/or volunteer management

SKILLS

Required

Ability to build strong customer relationships
Articulate and responsive to colleagues
Ability to lead/manage others
Ability to drive multiple projects to successful completion
Strong verbal communication and listening skills
Ability to simultaneously handle multiple priorities
Maintains a high degree of professionalism
Demonstrates experience creating and utilizing social media networks
Ability to exercise initiative, work both independently and effectively as a team member

Preferred

Exceptional interpersonal, negotiation, diplomacy, and political acumen skills. Successful track record of establishing credibility and trust with diverse groups, including senior leaders. Demonstrated experience engaging and motivating groups of diverse individuals.
Ability to juggle a vast quantity of incoming information, interruptions, and inquiries with a high level of professionalism and tolerance for ambiguity.
Expert analytical and problem-solving skills. Strong project and program management skills with demonstrated effectiveness in data analysis, critical thinking, creative problem solving, consulting, facilitation, negotiating, influencing, people leadership, and strategic decision-making skills.
Proficiency with Microsoft Office Suite to include Teams, LinkedIn, and the ability to become familiar with new system and programs

Working Conditions / Demands

This role requires the ability to effectively communicate and to operate a computer and other standard office productivity equipment. The position involves sedentary work as well as periods of time moving around an office environment and the campus. The person in this role must be able to perform the essential functions with or without an accommodation.

Work Location

Gary, Indiana

Advertised Salary

Salary Range: $60,000 - $73,000

Benefits Overview

For full-time staff employees, Indiana University offers a wide array of benefits including:

Multiple plan options for medical insurance
Dental insurance
Health Savings Account with generous IU contribution
Life insurance, LTD, and AD&D options
Base retirement plan contribution from IU, subject to vesting
Additional supplemental retirement plan options
Tuition benefit for IU classes
10 paid holidays per year
Generous Paid Time Off
Paid Parental Leave
Employee Assistance Program (EAP)

Learn more about our benefits by reviewing our online Benefits Brochure.

Job Classification

Career Level: Advanced

FLSA: Exempt

Job Function: Development & Advancement

Job Family: Alumni Relations

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Equal Employment Opportunity

Indiana University is an equal employment and affirmative action employer and a provider of ADA services. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment based on individual qualifications. Indiana University prohibits discrimination based on age, ethnicity, color, race, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, genetic information, marital status, national origin, disability status or protected veteran status. Indiana University does not discriminate on the basis of sex in its educational programs and activities, including employment and admission, as required by Title IX. Questions or complaints regarding Title IX may be referred to the U.S. Department of Education Office for Civil Rights or the university Title IX Coordinator. See Indiana University's Notice of Non-Discrimination here which includes contact information.

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