Director, Constituent Engagement Programs (Hybrid)

Wisconsin Foundation and Alumni Association; Madison, Northern (WI, KY); Hybrid; USD 90,000 - 130,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

10% 401k contribution after 1 year

Outstanding benefits program

Job summary

Wisconsin Foundation and Alumni Association is seeking a Director for Constituent Programs to lead the Alumni Relations & Engagement team in engaging key segments including alumni, students, and donors. The role focuses on data-informed strategies, portfolio leadership, and collaboration with campus partners to deliver impactful engagement initiatives.

The position supervises staff, oversees budgets, and drives cross-functional projects.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree or equivalent experience.
• 5+ years of experience in alumni or donor relations, educational institutions, non-profit or fundraising environment or related area.
• Experience supervising and managing professionals and collaborating with volunteers.
• High degree of proficiency in Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, and Outlook) is essential.
• Knowledge or experience with project management tools and processes.
• Demonstrated ability to develop and execute a strategic engagement plan with a team.
• Experience planning and executing large and small-scale events and engagement activities.
• Familiarity with marketing and communications practices, including use of social media.
• Excellent analytical, written, and interpersonal communication skills.
• Experience managing a team and advising students and/or volunteers.

Responsibilities

• Supervise and lead a team of full and part-time staff on the Constituent Program Team, including leading cross-functional portfolio teams to set strategies aligned with business area plan outcomes; budgeting; and overseeing the execution of tactics in the plans.
• Coach and support the portfolio leads team members in the management of priorities and workflow, ensuring effective planning and execution of activities.
• Identify resource gaps and problem-solve solutions for maximum return.
• Collaborate with the Associate Vice President for Engagement Programs and other program directors to ensure consistency across teams in approach to planning, execution, and intended outcomes.
• Provide leadership for the design and delivery of engagement strategies that serve to establish and grow key constituent segments through engagements with UW/WFAA.
• Work collaboratively with cross-functional teams and serve as project lead at times.
• Intentionally solicit feedback and participation from volunteers, alumni, and donors in the design and development of engagement strategy.
• Build and cultivate relationships with members of constituent groups, ensuring regular, clear, and professional communication.

Education

Bachelor’s degree or equivalent experience

Tools

Microsoft Office

Job description

Wisconsin Foundation and Alumni Association is seeking a Director for Constituent Programs to lead the Alumni Relations & Engagement team in engaging key segments including alumni, students, and donors. The role focuses on data-informed strategies, portfolio leadership, and collaboration with campus partners to deliver impactful engagement initiatives.

The position supervises staff, oversees budgets, and drives cross-functional projects.