Assistant Director, Alumni Class Engagement

College of the Holy Cross; Worcester (MA); On-site; USD 57,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

The Assistant Director of Class Engagement at College of the Holy Cross leads class-based volunteer programs and milestone Reunion fundraising campaigns to drive alumni participation and philanthropic support.

You will collaborate with staff and volunteers to inspire engagement, cultivate a culture of philanthropy, and help achieve participation and revenue goals that support the College's comprehensive campaign.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree required with strong understanding of the College's mission and liberal arts education values.
• Two years of advancement, fundraising, or related experience preferred/required.
• Demonstrated ability to build relationships with diverse constituents, colleagues, volunteers and community members.
• Strong organizational, detail-oriented skills; ability to manage multiple priorities and meet deadlines.
• Exceptional communication, leadership, and interpersonal skills; ability to inspire volunteers.
• Willingness to work occasional evenings and weekends; valid driver's license.

Responsibilities

• Recruit, train, and support alumni class volunteers; oversee 15-20 non-Reunion classes and three milestone classes.
• Provide strategic guidance and ongoing communication to empower volunteers to promote participation and engagement.
• Design and execute annual Reunion fundraising strategies for milestone classes; coordinate with Leadership Annual Giving.
• Contribute to development of class engagement and annual giving strategies aligned with institutional goals.
• Lead the Class Engagement team on the College's texting platform to drive participation and engagement.
• Monitor progress toward class participation and Reunion fundraising benchmarks; prepare regular reports.

Skills

Communication

Leadership

Interpersonal skills

Organizational skills

Discretion

Time management

Education

Bachelor's degree

Job description

The Assistant Director of Class Engagement at College of the Holy Cross leads class-based volunteer programs and milestone Reunion fundraising campaigns to drive alumni participation and philanthropic support.

You will collaborate with staff and volunteers to inspire engagement, cultivate a culture of philanthropy, and help achieve participation and revenue goals that support the College's comprehensive campaign.