Alumni Networks and Groups Manager

Corehr; Oxford; On-site; GBP 38,000 - 47,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading university in Oxford is looking for an Alumni Networks and Groups Manager to spearhead their global alumni engagement strategy. The role involves managing international chapters and volunteer groups, enhancing alumni relations, and coordinating events in collaboration with faculty. We welcome applicants who promote diversity and inclusiveness to join our dynamic team.

Benefits

Generous holiday allowance of 38 days including bank holidays

Membership of the Oxford staff pension scheme

Discounted bus travel

Subsidised onsite catering

Many other University benefits

Qualifications

• Experience in managing international volunteer networks.
• Strong strategic focus on alumni relations.
• Proven expertise in project management and budgeting.

Responsibilities

• Develop and implement a global engagement strategy for alumni.
• Manage a diverse portfolio of international alumni chapters and volunteers.
• Coordinate global alumni events in partnership with faculty.

Skills

Communication

Relationship Building

Project Management

Cultural Sensitivity

Job description

Grade 7: £38,674 - £46,913 per annum including the Oxford University Weighting of £1,500 per annum

Permanent, full time (37.5 hours per week)

At Saïd Business School, University of Oxford, we’re proud to house one of the largest and most successful fundraising and alumni engagement teams outside of the Central University. We’re seeking a driven and globally-minded Alumni Networks and Groups Manager to help shape and lead our international alumni engagement strategy. You’ll play a pivotal role in strengthening our alumni relations programme—building meaningful lifelong connections between Oxford Saïd and our 18,000+ alumni and elumni across the world.

As Alumni Networks and Groups Manager, you will be responsible for developing and delivering the strategy for our global alumni Chapters, Ambassadors and special interest groups. You’ll manage a diverse portfolio of international volunteer leaders, support the growth of key alumni communities and coordinate global engagement activities aligned with Oxford Saïd’s strategic priorities.

Key responsibilities:

• Develop and implement a global engagement strategy for alumni Chapters, Ambassadors and alumni groups.
• Cultivate, support and manage a portfolio of 20+ international alumni chapters and 70+ individual volunteers.
• Act as a key liaison for global alumni leaders, offering guidance, sharing best practices and ensuring alignment with School strategy.
• Coordinate and support global alumni events, often in partnership with faculty and senior leadership.
• Contribute to internal reporting, communications strategies and volunteer recognition programmes.

You will bring substantial experience in managing international volunteer networks with a strong strategic focus on alumni relations. You will possess excellent communication and relationship-building skills across global audiences, alongside proven expertise in project management, budgeting and ROI analysis. Strong organisational abilities, diplomatic acumen and cultural sensitivity are also essential.

Further information on this role can be found in the job description.

At Saïd Business School we believe in fostering a diverse and inclusive work environment where everyone can thrive. We welcome applicants from all backgrounds and communities to bring their unique perspectives and experiences to our team. Join us to build a brighter, more equitable future, where we celebrate diversity, advance equity, and nurture inclusion across everything we do.

We offer very generous benefits, some of which are:

• Generous holiday allowance of 38 days including bank holidays
• Membership of the Oxford staff pension scheme
• Discounted bus travel
• Subsidised onsite catering
• Plus, many other University benefits

All applications must include a CV, Supporting Statement/Cover Letter and Current Salary.

The closing date for applications is 27 June 2025 at 12.00 noon. Interviews will likely be held 9 July 2025.

Salary (£) : £38,674 - £46,913 per annum including the Oxford University Weighting of £1,500 per annum

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