Senior Specialist, Alumni Engagement & Affinity Networks

Purdue for Life Foundation; West Lafayette (IN); On-site; USD 50,000 - 70,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

10 paid holidays per year

Accrue up to 22 vacation days a year

10% employer contribution to retirement plan

Health Savings Account

Employer funded Dental and Vision insurance

Tuition discounts on eligible programs

Job summary

The Purdue For Life Foundation seeks an Affinity Networks Senior Specialist to enhance connections between alumni and supporters through strategic engagement.

This role requires excellent project management skills and a Bachelor's degree. Responsibilities include managing affinity networks, planning events, and maintaining relationships with volunteers, ensuring a meaningful impact in the Purdue community.

Eligible employees enjoy a benefits package, including vacation days, retirement plans, and tuition discounts.

Qualifications

• Minimum 3 years experience in Alumni relations or higher education.
• Program or event coordination experience is essential.
• Experience in volunteer or stakeholder management is required.

Responsibilities

• Manage multiple affinity networks and engage with program initiatives.
• Coordinate logistics for virtual and in-person events.
• Collaborate with marketing and promote programs.

Skills

Communicate Purdue’s mission effectively

Build relationships with diverse alumni and volunteers

Strong project management and organizational skills

Work independently and collaboratively

Professional judgment and problem-solving ability

Proficiency in business software

CRM experience

Creative thinking

Education

Bachelor's degree

Tools

CRM software

Job description

The Purdue For Life Foundation seeks an Affinity Networks Senior Specialist to enhance connections between alumni and supporters through strategic engagement.

This role requires excellent project management skills and a Bachelor's degree. Responsibilities include managing affinity networks, planning events, and maintaining relationships with volunteers, ensuring a meaningful impact in the Purdue community.

Eligible employees enjoy a benefits package, including vacation days, retirement plans, and tuition discounts.