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Georgetown Univerisity Associate Director, Alumni Alliance Programs & Engagement - Office of Advancement in Washington, District Of Columbia
Georgetown University comprises two unique campuses in the nation’s capital. With the Hilltop Campus located in the heart of the historic Georgetown neighborhood, and the Capitol Campus, just minutes from the U.S. Capitol and U.S. Supreme Court, Georgetown University offers rigorous academic programs, a global perspective, and unparalleled opportunities to engage with Washington, D.C. Our community is a close-knit group of remarkable individuals driven by intellectual inquiry, a commitment to social justice, and a shared dedication to making a difference in the world.
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Georgetown University’s Office of Advancement (http://advancement.georgetown.edu/) is committed to cultivating a safe, equitable, diverse, and inclusive work environment that honors the diverse backgrounds, experiences, and perspectives of our broader colleagues and broader Georgetown community. Consistent with our Jesuit values, we aim to foster a culture that accepts and cares for each individual, and we believe this is central to achieving our goals in support of Georgetown’s mission.
Georgetown University’s industry-based alumni alliance groups bring together alumni with common professional experience and interests. Given the already strong class and regional structures, alliance engagement provides an additional avenue by which alumni who may not be inclined or able to engage through their class or local club can get involved with Georgetown. There are currently five chartered alliance groups: the Wall Street Alliance, Georgetown Entrepreneurship Alliance, Georgetown Entertainment & Media Alliance, Georgetown Technology Alliance, and Georgetown Angel Investor Network. Additionally, there is a multi-phased development process for groups that aspire to one day become a chartered alliance group. By growing the alumni alliances, the University hopes to: a) connect alumni with each other for the purposes of networking, and thereby connect them more closely to Georgetown; b) grow the University brand in industries of strategic importance; and c) expand mentorship and job/internship/informational resources for students.
The Associate Director of Alumni Alliance Programs & Engagement is a key member of the Alumni Relations team, Alumni Association, and Office of Advancement. This position will work closely with volunteer leadership and the University to develop, manage, and build unique events, programs, and resources for the alliance groups at Georgetown. Some key responsibilities include the following:
Event/Program Management and Execution
Coordinate with venues, liaise with speakers, and manage day-of execution for a variety of alliance group events and programs.
Serve as the alliances point of contact for all event partnerships and collaborations with other internal and external teams.
Design and implement creative marketing campaigns to promote alliance events.
Oversee event sponsorship and fundraising campaigns.
Communications and Data Management
Manage websites, social media, newsletters, and other communications efforts for select alliance groups.
Create registration pages and promotional graphics for a variety of events and programs.
Partner with teams across the Office of Advancement and other on-campus offices to cross-promote and cross-program events and other initiatives.
Track event data, alumni engagement, and other alliance activities in Salesforce.
Analyze current alliance engagement efforts and existing data to identify opportunities to expand the reach and depth of alumni engagement in alliance groups.
Volunteer Management and Other Duties
Meet regularly with alliance group leaders to provide guidance, governance support, and direction.
Work with the Director of Alumni Alliance Engagement to manage and partner with volunteer boards to drive forward each alliance group’s strategic plan.
Assist the Director of Alumni Alliance Engagement in implementing a multi-year strategy for existing and prospective alliance groups.
Assist in staffing select signature events within the Georgetown University Alumni Association and Office of Advancement.
Hire and supervise one student worker per semester, working on o ther duties as assigned.
Work Interactions
This position serves as a member of the Office of Advancement and reports to the Director of Alumni Alliance Engagement, who reports to the Senior Director of Alumni Alliance & Affinity Engagement. This position will work closely with alumni volunteers within specific alliance groups. They will interact regularly with alumni volunteers and/or staff from the following teams: Georgetown University Alumni Association, Regional Clubs, Alumni Career Services, Alumni Affinity Groups, and other on-campus offices. Additionally, this position will interact with Development Officers to engage and/or inform potential prospects.
Requirements and Qualifications
Bachelor’s Degree
3-5 years of experience in higher education, alumni relations, nonprofit organization, and/or a related field
Proven success conceptualizing, planning, and executing events and programs
Experience with online marketing and promotion for events and programs
Experience managing volunteers and partnering effectively with diverse professionals and personalities
Excellent oral and written communication skills with ability to adapt communication style for various audiences
Creative thinker with demonstrated experience implementing innovative ideas and strategies
Strong organizational skills, with ability to successfully manage multiple projects simultaneously and meet deadlines
The highest standards of professionalism, integrity, and emotional intelligence
Willingness and ability to travel with some frequency to select cities (mostly U.S.)
Willingness to work occasionally on nights/weekends
Familiarity and interest in the unique culture and traditions of Georgetown University
Preferred Qualifications
Background or interest in entrepreneurship, entertainment & media, technology, or financial services
Experience running and growing social media accounts for a company or organization, including content creation
Experience supervising interns or student workers
Familiarity with Canva or other tools to create promotional graphics
Familiarity with Salesforce
Work Mode Designation
This position has been designated as Hybrid. Please note that work mode designations are regularly reviewed in order to meet the evolving needs of the University. Such review may necessitate a change to a position’s mode of work designation. Complete details about Georgetown University’s mode of work designations for staff and AAP positions can be found on the Department of Human Resources website: https://hr.georgetown.edu/mode-of-work-designation.
Pay Range:
The projected salary or hourly pay range for this position which represents the full range of anticipated compensation is:
$47,586.00 - $87,558.13
Compensation is determined by a number of factors including, but not limited to, the candidate’s individual qualifications, experience, education, skills, and certifications, as well as the University’s business needs and external factors.
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Benefits:
Georgetown University offers a comprehensive and competitive benefit package that includes medical, dental, vision, disability and life insurance, retirement savings, tuition assistance, work-life balance benefits, employee discounts and an array of voluntary insurance options. You can learn more about benefits and eligibility on the Department of Human Resources website (https://benefits.georgetown.edu/staff/enrolling/) .