Scholarship Strategy & Outreach Lead

UC Irvine; Irvine (CA); On-site; USD 82,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

University of California, Irvine invites applications for the Scholarship Development & Outreach Manager, reporting to the Associate Director of Scholarships. Based in Irvine, this role leads scholarship product planning, marketing, and compliant administration of aid programs, working with campus units, faculty, and donors.

Responsibilities include reviewing applications, selecting recipients, expanding existing scholarships, and driving outreach efforts to improve student access.

Qualifications

• Advanced knowledge of policies, regulations, and practices for awarding financial aid.
• Experience with federal, state, university, UC packaging policies and practices.
• Strong understanding of University policies and procedures.
• Strong advising and counseling skills.
• Ability to interpret complex policies and ensure compliance.
• Experience with large data sets and complex databases.
• Excellent organization and ability to manage deadlines and multiple projects.
• Advanced written and verbal communication with diverse groups.
• Strong customer service orientation.
• Advanced problem solving and critical thinking.
• Bachelor's degree and 7-9 years of related experience.

Responsibilities

• Plan, develop, and market scholarship programs.
• Review applications and select scholarship candidates.
• Enhance existing scholarships and develop new ones.
• Coordinate with faculty and donors on scholarship initiatives.
• Ensure compliance with all regulations and policies.

Skills

Financial aid knowledge

Policy interpretation

Data analysis

Regulatory compliance

Communication skills

Project management

Customer service

Team collaboration

Attention to detail

Education

Bachelor's degree or equivalent

7-9 years related professional experience

Master's degree (preferred)

Tools

Student Financial Planning systems

Student Billing Systems

Job description

University of California, Irvine invites applications for the Scholarship Development & Outreach Manager, reporting to the Associate Director of Scholarships. Based in Irvine, this role leads scholarship product planning, marketing, and compliant administration of aid programs, working with campus units, faculty, and donors.

Responsibilities include reviewing applications, selecting recipients, expanding existing scholarships, and driving outreach efforts to improve student access.