Director of Alumni Relations

Job Description Summary

The Director of Alumni Relations is a leader in the Miami University Alumni Association (MUAA), responsible for strategic programming that strengthens alumni connections beyond campus.

Job Description

Primary duties:

Direct and manage alumni engagement outside of Oxford, including leading alumni chapter programs, key events, and driving alumni activity in key regions

Work with chapter volunteers and partners to expand alumni engagement, specifically in Cleveland, Cincinnati, Columbus, Chicago, Washington D.C., and Denver

Work in partnership with Advancement Communications to promote regional engagement in print, online, and email marketing and social media

Contribute to the development of new and enhancement of existing online (virtual) and regional program offerings to bring Miami University social, professional, and educational content to all alumni.

Meet regularly with the MUAA executive leadership to set the strategic direction of regional engagement

Attend MUAA staff meetings, University Advancement meetings, and quarterly MUAA board of directors’ meetings. 

Incorporate key initiatives of THRIVE Strategic Plan into work and report to THRIVE Committee on Strengthening Alumni Engagement.

Work with University Advancement colleagues, campus partners, and volunteers to build a pipeline for alumni engagement that supports programming and initiatives, develops generational leaders, increases data integrity, and enhances philanthropic support.

Coordinate annual fund efforts for key constituent groups through regular communication and strategic planning with Annual Giving and major gift officer(s) to ensure that Miami University achieves campaign fundraising and engagement goals.

Track metrics and data points to make strategic business decisions, determine program effectiveness, and discover and cultivate opportunities for programmatic collaboration; produce reports and recommendations.

In conjunction with divisional and university partners, develop a plan to allow for sponsorship of regional events

Minimum Qualifications:

Bachelor's degree required; minimum of five years in alumni relations with progressively responsible experience.

Preferred Qualifications

Knowledge of Miami University. 

Experience in volunteer management. 

Experience with regional alumni programs, chapters, or clubs

Required Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities

Must possess excellent oral and written communication skills, close attention to detail, strongorganizational, inter personal, and customer service skills, and proven leadership qualities. 

Must have the ability to problem-solve and deal diplomatically with challenging issues, situations, and partners. 

Willingness to travel, ability to work weekends and/or extended hours

Required Application Documents

To be considered for this position please upload a resume and cover letter.