Performs professional duties in one or more alumni/development program area(s).
Incumbents provide assistance in the more complex alumni/development programs, such as servicing clubs, organizing special events, overseeing publications, and working with special interest groups.
Plans and coordinates all phases of alumni chapter meetings. Coordinates activities of alumni association or student alumni association special interest groups. Identifies new prospects and gathers information concerning potential donors. Develops and assists in developing programs for alumni, such as homecoming events, socials, parties, reunions, and related affairs. Advises a student alumni association and oversees its activities. Organizes publicity and promotion efforts for alumni. Directs the writing and editing of alumni publications. Organizes alumni clubs to create interest in the agency and to locate potential sources of financial support. Develops alumni fund-raising projects. Coordinates activities of alumni networks involved in student recruiting, special events, and fund-raising.
Knowledge of program agency goals and objectives. Knowledge of effective sales techniques and means of contacting alumni, such as personal ability to relate alumni programs to meeting agency goals and objectives. Ability to make effective presentations to individuals, groups, businesses, and community interest groups. Ability to establish good working relationships with alumni, students, businesses, and the general public. Ability to communicate effectively. Ability to develop budgets and monitor expenditures.
A bachelor's degree and related experience in an area such as alumni development, fundraising, prospect research, or business development.