Alumni Engagement & Events Coordinator

Colgate University; New York (NY); On-site; USD 30,996 - 33,751; Full time

Job summary

Colgate University is seeking a Program Coordinator in the Office of Advancement to support alumni engagement and annual giving programs. You will coordinate on-campus and regional events, manage giving society memberships, and help implement marketing communications and donor stewardship activities.

Requires at least two years of administrative experience, strong communication skills, and flexibility to work evenings/weekends for major events such as Reunion and Commencement.

Qualifications

• Minimum of two years of administrative experience including managing calendars, arranging travel, and managing expenses.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills.
• Occasional evening and weekend work to support events.

Responsibilities

• Coordinate event logistics for alumni programs, including on-campus events, regional programs, reunions, and donor events.
• Manage membership for giving societies, Alumni Council, and other volunteer communities.
• Execute marketing communications and data management for email and direct mail campaigns.
• Provide event support for donor engagement and stewardship activities.
• Provide front-line customer service for alumni engagement and annual giving.
• Support inventory management, event materials, and day-of staffing logistics.

Skills

Administrative experience

Calendar management

Travel coordination

Expense management

Written and verbal communication

Event support

Customer service

Blackbaud Raiser's Edge

Education

Associate’s degree

Job description

Colgate University is seeking a Program Coordinator in the Office of Advancement to support alumni engagement and annual giving programs. You will coordinate on-campus and regional events, manage giving society memberships, and help implement marketing communications and donor stewardship activities.

Requires at least two years of administrative experience, strong communication skills, and flexibility to work evenings/weekends for major events such as Reunion and Commencement.