Alumni Relations & Events Lead

Texas Wesleyan University; Fort Worth (TX); On-site; USD 55,000 - 75,000; Full time

Job summary

Texas Wesleyan University in Fort Worth is seeking a creative events and communications professional to plan and manage alumni programming. The role focuses on event planning, digital communications, and engagement across social platforms to strengthen TXWES alumni connections.

You will partner with the Office of Advancement and Alumni Relations to execute promotions, manage vendor relations, and support donor stewardship.

Qualifications

• Three years of experience planning and coordinating events and/or communications.
• Experience using social media platforms (Facebook, Instagram, LinkedIn) for program and event promotions.
• Experience with planning and assessment, including development, implementation, and evaluation.

Responsibilities

• Plan and manage events for the Office of Advancement and Alumni Relations, including timelines and priorities.
• Coordinate with marketing, vendors, and campus partners for event promotion and execution.
• Manage social media content across platforms and develop engagement strategies.
• Develop strategic plans to engage alumni and conduct personal visits and communications.
• Assist with Alumni Board management and oversee the alumni scholarship process.
• Manage alumni communications calendar and draft copy for promotions and university calendar.
• Establish post-event follow-up, analyze performance, and gather stakeholder feedback.
• Supervise student workers and other duties as assigned by leadership.
• Collaborate with donor relations on post-event stewardship opportunities.

Skills

Event planning

Social media management

Communications

Relationship building

Project coordination

Tools

Raiser's Edge

Blackbaud NetCommunity

Job description

Texas Wesleyan University in Fort Worth is seeking a creative events and communications professional to plan and manage alumni programming. The role focuses on event planning, digital communications, and engagement across social platforms to strengthen TXWES alumni connections.

You will partner with the Office of Advancement and Alumni Relations to execute promotions, manage vendor relations, and support donor stewardship.