Alumni & Industry Partnerships Lead

The University of Georgia; Athens (GA); On-site; USD 70,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

The University of Georgia in Athens invites applications for the role of Associate Director of Alumni & Industry Relations in the Odum School of Ecology. The role connects alumni and industry partners with school priorities, manages special projects, and expands development through donor engagement and events.

Based in the Odum School of Ecology, the holder will supervise a stewardship portfolio and collaborate with central advancement units. Flexible evenings and weekends may be required.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in a related field or equivalent and 2 years of professional experience.

Responsibilities

• Industry Relations: Develop and implement engagement strategy with corporate partners and sponsorships.
• Alumni Engagement: Oversee Alumni Board operations and coordinate regional engagement opportunities.
• Event Management: Design and manage a portfolio of programs including academic symposia and donor events.
• Donor Stewardship & Relationship Management: Manage a stewardship portfolio of 50+ alumni and industry partners; track interactions using advancement systems.

Skills

Self-initiative

Attention to detail

Organization

Excellent listening

Event management

Donor relations

Communication

Flexibility

Education

Bachelor’s degree in a related field or equivalent

2 years of professional experience

Tools

Word processing

Database management

Email management

Job description

The University of Georgia in Athens invites applications for the role of Associate Director of Alumni & Industry Relations in the Odum School of Ecology. The role connects alumni and industry partners with school priorities, manages special projects, and expands development through donor engagement and events.

Based in the Odum School of Ecology, the holder will supervise a stewardship portfolio and collaborate with central advancement units. Flexible evenings and weekends may be required.