Senior Executive Director of the Alumni Association

Senior Executive Director of the Alumni Association

About the Company
Respected public research university
Industry
Higher Education
Type
Educational Institution
Founded
1856
Employees
10,001+
Categories
Baltimore
Healthcare
Hospitals & Clinics
University of Maryland
College Park
Colleges & Universities
Education
Universities
EdTech

Specialties
Higher education and research

About the Role
The Company is seeking a Senior Executive Director for its Alumni Association, who will also serve as the chief alumni officer. This role involves leading the 501c3 alumni association, which represents over 414,000 alumni and has been recognized with multiple industry awards. The successful candidate will be responsible for developing and implementing strategies to enhance alumni engagement, promote networking, and support the university's mission. This includes building regional, affinity, and corporate alumni networks, as well as fostering a comprehensive alumni relations program that involves various stakeholders within the university.Applicants for this position should have a minimum of 11 years of experience in alumni or volunteer relations, or a related field, with a proven track record of managing staff and budgets. The role requires superior skills in public speaking, communication, and leadership, as well as a deep understanding of non-profit organizations, particularly in the context of higher education. The Senior Executive Director will work closely with the university's Division of University Relations to advance the institution's goals and will be a key member of the senior staff team, contributing to division-wide priorities and initiatives. The ideal candidate will be an innovative and entrepreneurial leader, capable of driving the alumni association's growth and impact.
Hiring Manager Title
Associate Vice President of People and Engagement
Travel Percent
Less than 10%
Functions
CEO/President
Non-Profit Management
Education/Academic Administration
Strategy
General Management
Operations

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