About the Role
The Assistant Director of Alumni Engagement designs, executes, and supervises a comprehensive portfolio of alumni relations initiatives to advance Niagara University's mission. This role serves as a key ambassador for the University, proactively recruiting, engaging, and stewarding alumni to foster lifelong affinity and philanthropic support. It requires strong collaboration with campus-wide departments, academic colleges, and the Alumni Association to create an integrated engagement program.
Responsibilities
- Provide direction, oversight and project implementation support for alumni programs, events, communications and activities.
- Oversee and manage all areas of alumni weekend, including registration, event overviews, and mailings.
- Serve as the liaison with network leaders and alumni to communicate and engage graduates.
- Evaluate annual alumni programs, measuring impact, efficiency and effectiveness.
- Work collaboratively with the Niagara University Alumni Association, students, faculty, staff, and departments to strengthen relationships with alumni.
- Monitor and manage all alumni social media platforms.
- Manage NetCommunity/Blackbaud alumni emails and university website, including registration and event builds.
- Approve and oversee monthly e-newsletters and events communication.
- Work collaboratively with the Manager of Annual Fund & Stewardship on initiatives such as Giving Day and the President's Dinner.
- Work collaboratively with Career Services and 5 colleges to better communicate and execute alumni connections.
- Collaborate with Advancement Officers to engage alumni in the donor cycle and assist in donor pipeline development.
- Administer, support, and refine the program of alumni events, on and off-campus.
- Oversee hiring, supervision, and evaluation of Graduate Assistant.
- Act as relationship manager to corporate affinity programs to maximize benefits.
- Maintain technical and professional competence.
- Perform other duties as assigned.
Requirements
- Bachelor's degree in a related field required.
- A valid New York State driver's license required, satisfying University and insurance company underwriting rules and regulations for driving a motor vehicle.
- Must be able to operate a motor vehicle in Canada.
Skills
- Social media management
- Email marketing
- Website management
- Event planning
- Project management
- Collaboration
- Communication
Location
- Niagara University
Work Type
- Full-time
Experience Level
- Assistant Director
Education Level
- Bachelor's degree
Benefits
- Low-cost health benefits
- 403b employer contribution
- Affordable tuition at Niagara University for employee and eligible immediate family members
- Tuition exchange at other designated universities for eligible dependent children
- 20 days of paid holidays annually
- Paid Time Off (PTO)
- ½ day Fridays throughout the summer
- Approved employer for the Public Service Loan Forgiveness program
- Free parking
- On-site dining options
- Access to Tim Horton's and Starbucks
About the Company
- Niagara University is a vibrant institution with a beautiful park-like setting.
- Campus life offers free parking, on-site dining options, and fresh coffee at Tim Horton's and Starbucks.
