Associate Director of Alumnae/i Programs & Volunteer Engagement

Goucher College; York (York County); On-site; USD 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

A higher education institution in York, PA is seeking an Associate Director of Alumnae/i Programs & Volunteer Engagement to strengthen connections with its alumnae/i community. The role involves managing volunteer-led initiatives, planning events, and leading communication efforts for alumni engagement. Candidates should have extensive experience in events planning and alumni relations, along with proficiency in CRM databases. This position requires flexibility to work evenings and weekends.

Qualifications

• Experience in higher education, events planning, and alumnae/i engagement preferred.
• Able to work weekends or evenings.

Responsibilities

• Manage class reunion planning and committee development.
• Organize virtual and regional events for alumnae/i.
• Support affinity group communication and transition.

Education

5 years of experience in higher education events planning, alumnae/i engagement, or fundraising

Experience with CRM databases (such as Raiser’s Edge) and platforms like GiveCampus

Job description

Associate Director of Alumnae/i Programs & Volunteer Engagement

Associate Director of Alumnae/i Programs & Volunteer Engagement

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Executive Director of Alumnae/i Engagement

The Associate Director of Alumnae/i Programs & Volunteer Engagement plays a leadership role in strengthening connections between Goucher College and its alumnae/i community through volunteer management, class reunion engagement, affinity group support, and event coordination. This position is responsible for building meaningful volunteer opportunities, managing alumnae/i-led initiatives, and creating programs that foster lifelong connections and philanthropic support.

Essential Job Functions:

• Manage class reunion planning and committee development in coordination with the Development and Annual Giving teams.
• Support class-based giving campaigns and implement targeted outreach using platforms like GiveCampus.
• Lead communications for reunion committees, including quarterly meetings and updates.
• Organize an annual convening call for all reunion volunteers to kick off the engagement cycle.
• Lead planning and execution of reunion activities during Alumnae/i Weekend.
• Oversee logistics, collaborate with campus partners, and ensure high-quality volunteer and attendee experiences.
• Recruit, train, support, and recognize alumnae/i volunteers, including class reunion leaders, event hosts, and affinity group representatives.
• Maintain and regularly update volunteer engagement rosters and track involvement across programs.

15% D.Virtual and Regional Engagement

• Plan and host virtual events such as panels, webinars, and social meetups to engage alumnae/i across geographies.
• Plan and execute regional events in partnership with alumnae/i volunteers and ambassadors.

10% E. Affinity Group Support

• Serve as the primary liaison for identity-based and interest-based alumnae/i groups.
• Facilitate regular communication with group leaders and ensure smooth leadership transitions and event support.

Non-Essential Functions:

5% A. Initiate and coordinate meetings with campus partners to support the goals and objectives outlined for this position. Serve on committees/workgroups as assigned. Maintain open communication with peers and departmental colleagues. Participate in campus events hosted/administered by the Advancement Division.

Education:

Professional Experience:

Required: 5 years of experience in higher education events planning, alumnae/i engagement, or fundraising.

Preferred: 5 years of increasingly responsible experience in higher education, events planning, alumnae/i engagement, student engagement, or fundraising, with 2 years, specifically working in alumnae engagement. Experience with CRM databases (such as Raiser’s Edge) and platforms like GiveCampus.

This position requires the employee to work weekends or evenings.

Seniority level

• Seniority level

  Mid-Senior level

Employment type

• Employment type

  Full-time

• Industries

  Higher Education

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