Associate Director of Alumni Relations
About the Role
The Assistant Director of Alumni Relations is responsible for managing the Office of Alumni Relations’ young alumni engagement efforts, oversees the Young Alumni Council, and partners with the Division of Development & Alumni Relations (DAR) and campus colleagues to increase young alumni philanthropic engagement.
Responsibilities
- Manages volunteer training sessions
- Recruits volunteer leaders
- Leads the marketing effort in collaboration with university departments to develop a multifaceted and representative ambassador group and strengthen the pipeline for young alumni giving
- Implements and executes plans to engage targeted alumni groups at the university to increase young alumni engagement through strategic outreach in partnership with councils and affinity groups
- Works collaboratively with the DAR Annual Giving and Development teams, and the Donor Engagement and Stewardship team, to steward and retain young alumni donors, mobilizing the Young Alumni Council to strategically enhance fundraising and stewardship efforts
- Supports the successful alignment of the strategies, programs, and management of alumni volunteer groups within the office of alumni relations
Qualifications
Minimum Qualifications
- Bachelor’s degree in a related field or equivalent
Preferred Qualifications
- Volunteer management experience
- Sales and marketing experience
- Communications experience
- Experience working in fundraising and nonprofit setting
- Familiarity with the university setting
- Ability to establish the trust of colleagues and build strong relationships with key faculty/staff
- Ability to maintain a high degree of confidentiality and responsibility regarding information related to university business and confidential donor and prospect information
- Exhibits behavior that supports the mission, vision, and values of the University of Georgia
About the Division of Development and Alumni Relations
The Division of Development and Alumni Relations at the University of Georgia advances the goals, objectives, and priorities of the university by generating private financial support, building, and maintaining relationships with alumni and donors, and assisting students with career development opportunities.
About the Office of Alumni Relations
The UGA Alumni Association advances the academic excellence, interests, and traditions of Georgia’s flagship university by inspiring engagement through relevant programming, enhanced connections, and effective communications.
Pay
Advertised salary: $55,000+ commensurate with qualifications and experience
Schedule
Proposed start date: 09/01/2026
Location: Athens Area