Organize and execute in-person, virtual and hybrid events and activities with strategic engagement goals and objectives related to specific alumni and stakeholder affinity groups, including young alumni and campus neighbors.
Manage and assess current volunteer opportunities for reach and effectiveness using participation data and participant feedback.
Follow up with alumni and stakeholders after events or other activity participation.
Create new volunteer opportunities to achieve specific charges and University engagement goals in collaboration with the Assistant Director for Alumni Programs.
Build a pipeline of potential donors through assessment of volunteering and engagement, determining next steps for cultivation in partnership with the Associate Director of Prospect Research, Mid-Level Giving Officer and Director of Annual Giving.
Develop and implement marketing and outreach strategies in collaboration with engagement team colleagues for the purpose of inspiring and recruiting ambassadors and advocates.
Recruit individuals to serve as committee volunteers, guest speakers, or panelists.
Discover and share alumni and stakeholder accomplishments and contributions which provide testimony to the value and return on investment of a UNE education.
Track alumni and stakeholder involvement across UNE by fostering relationships with campus offices, schools, and divisions.
Collaborate with faculty and professional staff across colleges and departments in implementing and expanding existing relationships to increase alumni and stakeholder engagement.
Develop outreach for young alumni in collaboration with the Assistant Director of Next Generation Annual Giving.
Assist with other Institutional Advancement initiatives as assigned.
Travel and attendance at evening and weekend events required.
Other related duties as assigned
Requirements
Bachelor’s degree and three years of alumni engagement, event planning, public relations or other related experience OR an equivalent combination of experience, education, and/or training.
Successful candidates will possess strong organizational, written, and verbal communication skills and possess the ability to manage multiple projects simultaneously.
Strong interpersonal and problem-solving skills with the ability to navigate nuanced professional relationships.
Curiosity for discovering the affinities and experiences that create connection and sense of belonging.
Commitment to delivering excellent customer service, the ability to work collaboratively, and comfort working with ambiguity.
Experience with managing volunteers and events.
Experience working with various technologies including advanced knowledge and experience with Microsoft Office Suite, mass email applications, database and project management software, and CRM systems.
Self-starter with a willingness to take personal initiative to manage a project.
Ability to understand and communicate the mission and goals of a private university.
Benefits
UNE offers a generous comprehensive benefits package to eligible employees.
The package includes varied health and dental plans; a retirement plan that includes up to an eight percent match; extensive paid leave including holidays, vacation, sick, and personal time; and educational benefits.
Notes
Position Type: Professional Staff
Faculty Track: missing
Employment Status: Full Time
Months: 12
Campus: Portland, ME
About the University of New England: UNE is Maine’s largest private university, with two beautiful coastal campuses in Maine, a one-of-a-kind study-abroad campus in Tangier, Morocco, and an array of flexible online offerings.
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