Alumni Engagement Lead — Remote Community Builder

University of Fredericton; Fredericton; Hybrid; CAD 55,000 - 75,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health and Vision Care

RRSP Match

3 weeks vacation to start

Flexible work arrangements

Professional Development

Job summary

University of Fredericton is seeking an Alumni Engagement Officer to lead the alumni relations program and create meaningful opportunities for graduates to stay connected beyond graduation. You will design and deliver programs, communications, partnerships, and signature events that foster an engaged alumni community and active participation in university life.

The role focuses on strategy, storytelling, partnerships, and data-driven improvements, with a remote-friendly setup in New Brunswick

Qualifications

• Undergraduate degree in a relevant discipline or equivalent combination of education and experience.
• 3-5 years of progressive experience in alumni relations, community engagement, relationship management, communications, marketing, partnership development, or a related field.
• Demonstrated experience developing and leading engagement programs, events, or community-building initiatives.
• Experience working in a higher education environment is an asset.
• Experience using CRM platforms and digital engagement tools is an asset.

Responsibilities

• Develop, implement, and evolve a comprehensive Alumni Relations strategy and annual operating plan.
• Recommend annual priorities, initiatives, budgets, and success measures aligned with institutional goals.
• Research emerging trends and best practices to strengthen alumni engagement and enhance the alumni experience.
• Monitor program performance, analyze outcomes, and recommend continuous improvements based on engagement data and alumni feedback.
• Build and maintain meaningful relationships with alumni through ongoing engagement and personalized outreach.
• Develop and deliver an annual alumni engagement program with networking events, webinars, Convocation ceremonies, recognition programs, and regional gatherings.
• Lead the planning and execution of Convocation ceremonies and alumni engagement platforms like UFred Connect.
• Develop and execute an alumni communications strategy across newsletters, social media, and digital content.
• Identify and share alumni success stories to demonstrate impact of UFred education.
• Collaborate with Marketing to support recruitment, brand awareness, and alumni engagement.
• Lead alumni recognition initiatives that celebrate graduate achievements and strengthen pride.
• Develop and grow programs that encourage alumni to serve as ambassadors, mentors, volunteers, and speakers.
• Collaborate across the University to integrate alumni engagement into recruitment and student experiences.
• Represent the University professionally in interactions with alumni and external stakeholders.
• Collect and analyze alumni feedback and engagement data to inform strategy and reports.
• Manage projects, budgets, and administrative activities to ensure effective delivery.

Skills

Relationship building

Communication

Project management

Strategic thinking

Partnerships

Analytical skills

Self-motivation

Education

Undergraduate degree

3-5 years alumni relations or related field

Experience with CRM/digital engagement tools

Tools

CRM platforms

Digital engagement tools

Job description

University of Fredericton is seeking an Alumni Engagement Officer to lead the alumni relations program and create meaningful opportunities for graduates to stay connected beyond graduation. You will design and deliver programs, communications, partnerships, and signature events that foster an engaged alumni community and active participation in university life.

The role focuses on strategy, storytelling, partnerships, and data-driven improvements, with a remote-friendly setup in New Brunswick