Manager of Alumni Affairs and Annual Fund

Reporting to the Dean and the VP of Institutional Advancement (IA), the Manager of Alumni Affairs and Annual Fund is responsible for fostering and managing relationships with alumni to build a vibrant, engaged, and supportive community. This role involves organizing alumni events, communicating regularly with alumni, and managing the annual fund campaigns targeting lower-level gifts. The Manager of Alumni Affairs and Annual Fund will create and maintain a robust alumni network, conduct research to identify potential donors, and collaborate closely with the IA team to align alumni engagement activities with broader fundraising strategies. Manager of Alumni Affairs and Annual Fund will also work with the Director of Marketing and Communications to provide necessary content and materials for effective alumni communications and marketing efforts. Additionally, the role includes developing an alumni association, recruiting, and managing alumni volunteers, developing ideas for alumni engagement, and working with and supporting the Events and Fundraising Coordinator in executing events. The Manager of Alumni Affairs and Annual Fund will compile and analyze data on alumni fundraising activities, sharing insights with the IA team to inform future strategies and enhance alumni engagement.

Primary Duties:

• Alumni Engagement:
  • Develop an alumni association
  • Foster relationships with alumni to build a sense of community and loyalty.
  • Organize and host alumni events such as reunions, networking gatherings, and recognition ceremonies to maintain engagement.
  • Communicate regularly with alumni through newsletters, social media, and personalized outreach to keep them informed and involved.
• Annual Fund and Campaign Support:
  • Assist and promote in the development and implementation of the annual fund campaign targeting alumni lower entry gifts.
  • Encourage participation in giving through direct mail, email campaigns, and online giving platforms.
• Prospect Identification and Research:
  • Create and maintain a thriving and robust alumni network.
  • Identify potential gift prospects or corporate sponsors opportunities and share this information with the Institutional Advancement (IA) team.
  • Maintain an updated database with detailed profiles of alumni prospects.
• Collaboration with Development Officers:
  • Work closely with development officers to align alumni engagement activities with broader fundraising strategies.
  • Assist development officers in arranging meetings and visits with potential alumni major gift donors.
• Communications and Marketing:
  • Provide information and content to the Director of Marketing and Communications to develop high-quality collateral materials for alumni communications, including newsletters, brochures, and digital content.
  • Collaborate with the Director of Marketing and Communications to manage alumni communication channels, including social media, email campaigns, and the alumni website.
  • Ensure that the Communications department has the necessary materials and information to maintain and update alumni communication platforms.
  • Assist in maintaining fundraising materials, including collateral, funding opportunities, and donor forms.
  • Coordinate with the Communications department to ensure consistent and effective messaging across various platforms.
• Volunteer Management:
  • Recruit and manage alumni volunteers to support fundraising activities, such as organizing events or participating in fundraising committees.
  • Provide training and support to alumni volunteers to enhance their effectiveness in fundraising efforts.
• Data Analysis and Reporting:
  • Compile and generate reports on alumni fundraising activities and outcomes.
  • Analyze information after events, including costs, attendance, and engagement metrics, and provide these insights to the Institutional Advancement VP.
  • Share data and findings with the IA team to inform future strategies.
  • Use data to identify opportunities for enhancing alumni engagement and increasing donations.

Education/ Experience

• Bachelor’s degree preferred.
• Minimum of 3-5 years of experience in alumni relations, development, or a related field preferred.

Knowledge/ Skills/ Abilities

• Proven track record of building and managing successful alumni programs.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
• Strong project management and organizational skills.
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team.
• Proficiency in using CRM systems and other relevant software (eg: Blackbaud & Microsoft Office)
• Experience in higher education or a non-profit organization.
• Knowledge of the dental profession and related industries preferred.
• Familiarity with fundraising and development practices.

Physical Demands

• This position requires compliance with Touro's Vaccine Mandate policy